American Sketches
American Sketches
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American Sketches brings a patriotic flair to the field with a powerful and heartfelt tapestry of classic American songs, masterfully arranged for competition and crowd appeal alike. From the bold opening featuring “My Country Tis of Thee” and a snippet of the National Anthem, to the dynamic metamorphosis of “When Johnny Comes Marching Home,” the show captures the rugged American spirit. A moving second movement honors service members with “America the Beautiful” and a reprise of “My Country Tis of Thee,” followed by a spirited swing arrangement of “American Patrol” showcasing playful American charm. The show concludes with a reverent and uplifting segment featuring “Battle Hymn of the Republic,” “Simple Gifts,” and a triumphant restatement of “The Star-Spangled Banner,” leaving audiences inspired by the strength and future of the nation.
Musical Selections:
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- "My Country Tis of Thee" Traditional
- "The Star-Spangled Banner" by Francis Scott Key & John Stafford Smith
- "When Johnny Comes Marching Home" Traditional
- "America the Beautiful" by Samuel A. Ward & Katharine Lee Bates
- "American Patrol" by F.W. Meacham
- "Battle Hymn of the Republic" Traditional
- "Simple Gifts" by Elder Joseph Brackett
Show Duration: 7:38
Tempo Range: 76, 160, 168 BPM
Difficulty Levels:
- Brass: 4
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Woodwind: 3
- Battery: 4
- Front Ensemble: 3
Instrumentation:
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Winds:
- Piccolo
- Flute
- Clarinet 1, 2
- Alto Saxophone
- Tenor Saxophone
- Baritone Saxophone
- Trumpet 1, 2, 3
- Mellophone
- Trombone
- Baritone
- Tuba
- Vocalist (segment 4)
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Percussion:
- Glockenspiel
- Vibraphone 1
- Vibraphone 2/Sampler
- Marimba 1
- Marimba 2/Xylophone (1 Player)
- Synthesizer
- Timpani
- Drumset
- Percussion 1, 2
- Snares
- Tenors (5 Drums)
- 4 Bass Drums (5 Bass Drum part available upon request)
- Cymbals
- Glockenspiel
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