Bay Shore Park

Description

Piccolo, Flute, Oboe, Flute 2, Clarinet in Bb 1, Clarinet in Bb 2, Bass Clarinet, Bassoon, Alto Saxophone, Tenor Saxophone, Baritone Saxophone, Trumpet in Bb 1, Trumpet in Bb 2, Horn in F, Trombone, Euphonium, Bb Euphonium, Tuba, Mallet Percussion, Bells, Timpani, Percussion 1, Snare Drum, Bass Drum, Percussion 2, Crash Cymbals — Personal NoteMy high school band director, Clarence F. Wroblewski, died on November 24, 2018. In the 1950s, he was a pioneer in the field of public school instrumental music inxa0 Baltimore City. He was my mentor and my dear friend. It was his guidance and encouragement that set my young life’s course on the path of music.Performance NotesBay Shore Park is intended for a band with at least one year’s training. It is also suitable for more experienced bands. It should be performed as a traditional American style concert march. A successful performance will require careful attention to balance in the Trio at m. 55. Additionally, balance will also be crucial at m. 103 where the Trio melody and the melody from m. 9 are heard together. The overall character of the music should be lively and carefree, much like a summer day at Bay Shore Park on the shores of the Chesapeake Bay. Bay Shore Park is a lively and carefree piece evocative of a summer day at Bay Shore Park on the shores of the Chesapeake Bay. Written for more experienced bands, this work is designed to help students further their musicianship. Students will gain practice in watching the conductor closely, listening to fellow players, and being attentive to dynamics. This tuneful and engaging work will be a hit with your ensemble.