Presidential Suite

Composer: Michael Oare
Instrument: Concert Band

Song List:
Presidential Suite

Instrumentation:
CONDUCTOR SCORE (FULL SCORE)
FLUTE 1
FLUTE 2
OBOE
BASSOON
BB CLARINET 1
BB CLARINET 2
BB CLARINET 3
BB BASS CLARINET
EB ALTO SAXOPHONE 1
EB ALTO SAXOPHONE 2
BB TENOR SAXOPHONE
EB BARITONE SAXOPHONE
BB TRUMPET 1
BB TRUMPET 2
BB TRUMPET 3
F HORN
TROMBONE 1
TROMBONE 2
BARITONE B.C.
BARITONE T.C.
TUBA
STRING BASS
PERCUSSION 1
PERCUSSION 2
TIMPANI
MALLET PERCUSSION 1
MALLET PERCUSSION 2

Description:
Commissioned by the Virginia Band and Orchestra Directors Association to commemorate its 75th anniversary, Presidential Suite recognizes the rich historical heritage of Virginia, particularly as the birthplace of eight United States presidents. Using a suite format, the work focuses on three of the founding fathers. The first movement, Mount Vernon, is a serene musical impression of the home of George Washington. Monticello is the second movement and portrays the stately style of music typical of Thomas Jefferson's time. The suite concludes with Montpelier, the home of James Madison, and uses bold and majestic motifs to portray the broad and magnificent landscape of Madison's estate. Dur: c 5:30
Difficulty: 3.5