Flight Cadets

Description

Flute, Oboe, Flute 2, Clarinet in Bb, Bass Clarinet, Alto Saxophone, Tenor Saxophone, Baritone Saxophone, Trumpet in Bb, Horn in F, Trombone, Euphonium, Bassoon, Bb Euphonium, Tuba, Mallet Percussion, Bells, Timpani, Percussion 1, Snare Drum, Bass Drum, Percussion 2, Crash Cymbals — Flight Cadets is intended for first-year band students. Tempo and articulation appropriate to the abilities of students may be determined by the director. The roll-offs are intended to allow young players some measures of rest. They may be omitted or repeated according to the endurance needs of young wind players. All cues are for endurance considerations. When cymbals are merely following the bass drum part, be certain that the player observes the proper balance. Notice that the third timpani tuned to C is optional.Thank you for choosing this composition.Joseph Compello Written for first-year band students, this accessible and fun march will be a great contest or festival march choice. The development of tempo consistency, articulations, and the ability to count rests are key educational components of this beginning-level composition. Your ensemble and audiences will enjoy this piece intended to fit your developing band’s needs while improving its skills.