Tom Davis, retired director of music at Wallace Memorial Presbyterian Church, wrote and arranged The Wallace March to celebrate the 20th anniversary of the Mahoosuc Community Band. He first wrote this music as a hymn in 2005 for the church to help remembering their new Mission Statement. Davis re-wrote the song as a march for the Mahoosuc Community Band.
Songs for this concert include “Trombone Tiger Rag” arranged by Chris Sharp, “Fairest of the Fair” by John Phillips Sousa, “The Ludlows” arranged by Sean O’Loughlin featuring Liz Smith on the piano, “Fiddle-Faddle” by Leroy Anderson featuring Scott Hynek on the marimba, “Saint Louis Blues” arranged by Jerry Nowak, “In the Shining of the Stars” by Robert Sheldonand more. Student conductors Simon Smith and Samantha Tibbetts will each direct two numbers.
All ages are welcome. Donations accepted at the door to defray the cost of music and the director. Refreshments will be served following the concert.
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