Symphonic Works

(Gr.3/ 3:13)Dedicated to my paternal grandmother, Armanda, who was a Flamenco artist in Spain, this fiery, intense Spanish work in a Paso Doble feel is written with inexpressible gratitude for my Spanish heritage. 3 min. *Avail now at "MF Music Buy Here" link above

(Gr.3/ 4:30) A memorial commissioned by Iowa Directors: A poignant but stirring and inspiring lyrical work set in Bolero Style with multi-cultural elements. Haunting melody, sweeping countermelodies, and a gentle, warmly swaying rhythmic tapestry. *Avail now at "MF Music Buy Here" link above

3: 58  Al-Andalus /Iberian spirit: Mysterious, Dynamic. Very intense cinematic concert band work with a blend of Spanish, Middle-Eastern, rhythmic African elements. *Avail early 2025 Hal Leonard !

Authentic, Gr. 3+/4- (4:40)  Afro-Cuban written to honor the courage of immigrants throughout history, regardless of origin. Traditional rhythm patterns simplified (still highly authentic). All perc parts fully notated. Playable by 4-5 Perc. *Click Above for "MF Music Buy Here" page.

A stirring work (Gr. 3-) that honors the children of Ukraine. The images conjured depict the struggle and pay respect to the human cost. Not following "typical march form"; this work includes dramatic tempo contrasts.  *Click Above for "MF Music Buy Here" page .

4:29 JW Pepper "Editor's Choice": This Grade 3-  work has an intense drive throughout and is written in an exciting, authentic Middle Eastern flavor. Playable by 5 perc. *Click Above for "MF Music Buy Here" page (also coming soon: a String Orch version w/ concert perc). Plus picture book video !

The Youth Pride Band of South Florida (Symphonic) requested a stirring, uplifting disco theme. Based on changes "Over the Rainbow", this 3 min work has iconic grooves, AfroLatin hints with soaring, happy melodies, catchy motifs with Opt open solo section.  *Click Above for "MF Music Buy Here" page .

Gr 5/ 7:35. This Afro-Latin homage to Cultural Unity was premiered at CBDNA (FAMU) and SCMEA (Clemson). Gr 4+/5 playable by as few as 5 perc. Avail via Excelcia/JWPepper. (*The separate big band version will be played at 2023 Midwest (see Gr 4/5 Jazz Works Pg.)

STRING VERSION: Cuban-style ballad (Bolero) scored for Flugel Solo/Strings/Rhythm. Inspired by that mysterious, alluring inner light we all carry within and which gives us resilience, enabling us to strengthen others. *Visit our "MF Music Purchase" page. Also: Big Band version avail via Hal Leonard.