Orchestra - Grade 1.5

SKU: AP.49932

Composed by Erica Donahoe. MakeMusic Cloud; Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles; String Orchestra. Highland/Etling String Orchestra. Patriotic. Score and Part(s). Duration 2:20. Highland/Etling #00-49932. Published by Highland/Etling (AP.49932).

ISBN 9781470657826. UPC: 038081575681. English.

With driving bass lines and sweeping melodies, this piece captures the warrior ethos of our many service members and veterans of the United States Air Force. Students will love the rhythmic drive of the low string parts, and all performers get a chance to shine in the melodic sections. Written by USAF veteran (and veteran orchestra director) Erica Donahoe, Air Warriors is a great way to honor the veterans in your community! (2:20).

Grade 2

SKU: CL.024-4655-01

Young Concert Band. Rising Band Series for Developing Bands! Audio recording available separately (item CL.WFR396). Extra full score. Composed 2018. Duration 1 minute, 24 seconds. C.L. Barnhouse #024-4655-01. Published by C.L. Barnhouse (CL.024-4655-01).

The inspiration that motivates composers to create music often originates from a multitude of different sources. Over the last few weeks, numerous band director friends have suggested the creation of a patriotic selection that honors military personnel, both past and present. They also requested that lyrics be included so as to allow their choir colleagues to join in creating a spectacular grand finale. I sincerely hope that your audiences, both young and old, will enjoy this musical salute to America’s lasting heroes. A real crowd-pleaser!