Recently, at the Texas Music Educators Association convention, I had an interesting conversation with a director. She said that she wished there was more beginning band repertoire that taught 6/8, and that most of what she had found was too hard. I put this conversation in the back of my brain and let it cook…
DetailsRandall Standridge has combined original material with themes from his wind ensemble work Deus Ex Machina, as well as Saint-Saens Samson and Delilah, and Rimsky-Korsakov’s Scheherazade to create a cinematic show that imagines a far off land of magic, adventure, and excitement. Altered scales and creative use of sound design and percussion scoring add to…
DetailsInspired by the art of Japanese drumming, this work features three taiko drummers (optional toms or marching bass drums) to create an exciting soundscape of rhythm, harmony, and texture. A great selection for your next concert or festival performance. Written for 9+ players, and scored for Mallet 1 (metallic), Mallet 2 (wood), Timpani, Drummer 1,…
DetailsAmuse, Entertain, and educate your performers and audience with this whimsical new percussion ensemble arrangement of Beethoven’s well known theme. This work offers flexibility with two optional parts and optional doublings to serve percussion ensembles of many sizes. Scored for Bells (with optional vibes), Marimba 1, Marimba 2 (optional), Timpani, Percussion 1 (Bongos/Triangle), Percussion 2…
DetailsI have been a full time composer so long that sometimes, I think, people forget that I started my career as an educator. I was a band director for twelve years in Harrisburg, AR, and when I say I was a band director, what I actually mean is I was THE band director (for eight…
DetailsWar, Pestilence, Famine, and Death are illustrated in this dramatic suite for Wind Ensemble. This work was commissioned by the Colorado Mesa University Wind Symphony and their conductor, Calvin Hofer, with the generous support of Karen Combs Peace, Love, and Music. Published by Randall Standridge Music, LLC PRICING: Digital Copy (PDF and Site License) -…
DetailsVanishing Point is a minimalistic work for Wind Ensemble that is inspired by the coasts of the Great Lakes. One can easily step up to the water’s edge, gazing off to the horizon, and let one’s imagination and creativity go where it will. It is a truly magical place, and I hope this work captures some…
DetailsThis narrative story tells a tale of romance and mercy as a Matador falls in love with a beautiful lady in the crowd. The music pulses with passion and flirtation, offering several opportunities for solos and small ensembles. During the bull fight at the climax of the show, the heroine begs the Matador to spare…
DetailsRandall Standridge has combined original material with themes from his wind ensemble work Deus Ex Machina, as well as Saint-Saens Samson and Delila, and Rimsky-Korsakov’s Scheherazade to create a cinematic show that imagines a far off land of magic, adventure, and excitement. Altered scales and creative use of sound design and percussion scoring add to…
DetailsIgor Stravinsky’s The Rite of Spring is re-imagined in this darkly delightful new production, Ritual, by arranger/composer, Randall Standridge. Familiar themes are mixed with new material to create a dissonant and thrilling soundtrack that provides moment after moment for effect and staging. Clever sound design and careful scoring make this an achievable but effective choice…
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