About the Music
In celebration of America's 250th birthday, composer and arranger Noah D. Taylor presents a stirring collection of original compositions and cinematic arrangements. From the bravery of soldiers to the beauty of the Heartland, this music captures the American story — filled with pride, hope, and history.
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Fanfare 250
A Salute to 250 Years of Service
Bright, bold, and heroic, Fanfare 250 ignites the spirit of celebration. Dedicated to the men and women of the United States Army, this thrilling concert opener surges with patriotism and honor, echoing the legacy of service that has defended our Nation for two and a half centuries.
Instrumentation:
Piccolo Flute 1 Flute 2 Oboe 1 Oboe 2 Bb Clarinet 1 Bb Clarinet 2 Bb Clarinet 3 Bb Bass Clarinet Bassoon 1 Bassoon 2 Eb Alto Saxophone 1 Eb Alto Saxophone 2 Bb Tenor Saxophone Eb Baritone Saxophone Bb Trumpet 1 Bb Trumpet 2 Bb Trumpet 3 F Horn 1 F Horn 2 F Horn 3 F Horn 4 Trombone 1 Trombone 2 Trombone 3 Euphonium Tuba Double Bass Timpani Percussion 1: Gran Cassa Percussion 2: Triangle, Mark Tree, Snare Drum Percussion 3: Piatti, Suspended Cymbal Percussion 4: Xylophone, Glockenspiel Piano Harp
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Simple Gifts
A Soaring American Anthem
The beloved Shaker melody Simple Gifts takes flight in this cinematic, uplifting arrangement. With sweeping lines and brilliant orchestrations, this version feels like a musical sunrise — a tribute to hope, gratitude, and the enduring beauty of simple joys that bind the American spirit.
Instrumentation:
Piccolo Flute 1 Flute 2 Oboe 1 Oboe 2 Bb Clarinet 1 Bb Clarinet 2 Bb Clarinet 3 Bb Bass Clarinet Bassoon 1 Bassoon 2 Eb Alto Saxophone 1 Eb Alto Saxophone 2 Bb Tenor Saxophone Eb Baritone Saxophone Bb Trumpet 1 Bb Trumpet 2 Bb Trumpet 3 Bb Trumpet 4 F Horn 1 F Horn 2 F Horn 3 F Horn 4 Trombone 1 Trombone 2 Trombone 3 Euphonium Tuba Double Bass Timpani Percussion 1: Snare Drum, Tambourine Percussion 2: Gran Cassa, Tam-tam Percussion 3: Piatti Percussion 4: Mark Tree, Suspended Cymbal, Triangle Percussion 5: Chimes, Glockenspiel Piano Harp
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When Johnny Comes Marching Home
Aggressive, cinematic, and triumphant, this arrangement captures the emotional power of homecoming. When Johnny Comes Marching Home surges with momentum and heart, painting a vivid picture of soldiers returning to a hero’s welcome — a thrilling moment of American pride and gratitude.
Instrumentation:
Piccolo Flute 1 Flute 2 Oboe 1 Oboe 2 Bb Clarinet 1 Bb Clarinet 2 Bb Clarinet 3 Bb Bass Clarinet Bassoon 1 Bassoon 2 Eb Alto Saxophone 1 Eb Alto Saxophone 2 Bb Tenor Saxophone Eb Baritone Saxophone Bb Trumpet 1 Bb Trumpet 2 Bb Trumpet 3 F Horn 1 F Horn 2 F Horn 3 F Horn 4 Trombone 1 Trombone 2 Trombone 3 Euphonium Tuba Double Bass Timpani Percussion 1: Gran Cassa, Tam-tam Percussion 2: Snare Drum Percussion 3: Concert Toms, Chimes, Crash Cymbals Percussion 4: Suspended Cymbal, Crash Cymbals Piano
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Battle Cry for Freedom
The Sound of a Nation Rising
This modern march setting of Battle Cry of Freedom transforms the iconic Civil War song into a dynamic rallying cry for liberty. With vigorous rhythms and a fresh, powerful energy, this piece bridges the historic and the contemporary, reminding us that the fight for freedom echoes across generations.
Instrumentation:
Piccolo Flute 1 Flute 2 Oboe 1 Oboe 2 Bb Clarinet 1 Bb Clarinet 2 Bb Clarinet 3 Bb Bass Clarinet Bassoon 1 Bassoon 2 Eb Alto Saxophone 1 Eb Alto Saxophone 2 Bb Tenor Saxophone Eb Baritone Saxophone Bb Trumpet 1 Bb Trumpet 2 Bb Trumpet 3 Bb Trumpet 4 F Horn 1 F Horn 2 F Horn 3 F Horn 4 Trombone 1 Trombone 2 Trombone 3 Euphonium Tuba Double Bass Timpani Percussion 1 (2 players): Snare Drum, Bass Drum Percussion 2: Suspended Cymbal, Crash Cymbals Mallets: Bells, Chimes Piano Harp