The Huguenots

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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, Suspended Cymbal — I have always been in disbelief when studying world history and the wars between religious groups. People killing each other in the name of God is still going on today, as evidenced by the bloody riots and wars in the Middle East. The painting by François Dubois of the Saint Bartholomew Massacre depicts one of the worst of such instances in human history. During this three-month period in the sixteenth century, about 30,000 Protestant French Huguenots were massacred by the Catholics over religious beliefs. That is mind-blowing to me!The Huguenots, however, were strong and persevered, some settling in the United States. Several great Americans, including George Washington and Davy Crockett, were from the Huguenot stock. This com- position depicts their strength. Ed Kiefer uses the strength and perseverance of the French Huguenots as the basis for this powerful concert piece for young bands. A perfect opportunity to do some cross-curricular work with your history department. Also, a fine piece to highlight the strength of your band at contest/festival.

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