Under the direction of Kayla Crowley

Program

The Avengers by Robert Longfield

Spoiler alert: this piece is SUPER! Featuring dark sonorities and a driving rhythmic pulse, here is an exciting theme from the movie series you know and love! The flavor of the action-packed films is effectively captured in this exciting arrangement. Put on your super suit, assemble your squad, grab Mjölnir, and enjoy the music that marks the most popular film series of our time.

Over the Rainbow by Michael Story

Judy Garland's enchanting voice has made a permanent impression on every generation with this beautiful song from "The Wizard Of Oz." Mike Story has done a great job of arranging the tune for bands, retaining all the wonder of the original while exploring different instrument groupings and voices. This piece is sure to bring a smile to your face!

Dark Ride by Randall Standridge

Take a moonlit chase through a darkened forest in this haunting piece written in a galop-esque character that adds to the thrill. This thrilling work features dissonant harmonies, driving percussion, and a catchy melody that is sure to be stuck in your head for days. Brace yourself, and get ready for a dark ride you'll never forget!

Personnel

Flute

Zuleyka Giron

Alanah Jackson

Cassandra Leon-Lopez

Miguel Ramos

Andrea Rodriguez

Maria Trejo

Oboe

Maria Nieto

Clarinet

Quinci-Onna Brown

Valentina Calderon

Amy Padilla

Madeline Sosa

Bass Clarinet

Ramiro Arzola

Jennifer Izaguirre

Alto Sax

Aston Gomez Estrada

Brianna Solis-Martinez

Trumpet

Martin Gonzalez

Jeramie Romo

Horn

Gabby Cortez Gonzalez

Luis Garza

Trombone

Silvia Moreno

Roberto Pineda

Madison Toney

Euphonium

Angelo Vazquez

Tuba

Michael Osterhoudt III

Rebeca Renteria

Percussion

Angel Candanosa

Sophia Herrera

Victor Puente Martinez

Angel Villa

Awards & Honors

Earned 20 1st Division Medals at the Solo & Ensemble Contest

5 Soloists Earned a 1st Division with Honors

Cassandra Leon-Lopez, Flute

Maria Trejo, Flute

Jennifer Izaguirre, Bass Clarinet

Brianna Solis-Martinez, Alto Sax

Angel Candanosa, Snare Drum

2 Ensembles Earned a 1st Division with Honors

Flutes & Oboes

Clarinet, Alto Saxes, Trumpets & Horns

Earned Excellent Ratings at the Poteet Concert Evaluation

Earned Excellent Ratings at the UIL Concert Evaluation

Earned Superior Ratings at the UIL Sight Reading Evaluation

First time in school history for at least 20 years

John Kline Award for Band

Announced at Concert

Special thanks to...

Mike Major

McDonald Band Director

Andrew Pouttu

McDonald Percussion Director

Paige Durr

Percussion Instructor

Lance Walker

North Mesquite Assistant Band Director

Elizabeth Alvarez

McDonald Clarinet

Shelletta Grignion

McDonald Clarinet