Adder and mink mole alligator alley a song by the musician keller williams alligator alley or gator alley, the nickname of florida gymnasium. Alligator alley by michael daugherty 1954 softcover sheet. Wi 532 alligator alley michael daugherty program notes lligator alley is the nickname for the eastwest stretch of. A woodland mystery by schultz, irene and a great selection of similar used, new and collectible books available now at.
Paul popiel, with joe alessi, principle trombone of the new york philharmonic, and the ku trombone choir. These pieces fit together because i like have the contrasting styles and techniques that would be needed to play each piece successfully. Asb showcases the depth of concert band music with a program featuring a variety of unique meters. Alligator alley michael daugherty taranto reflections for solo horn and wind ensemble brant karrick symphonic dances from west side story leonard bernsteinarr. Adder and mink mole alligator alley a song by the musician keller williams alligator alley or gator alley, the nickname of florida gymnasium, a building on the university of florida campus that once was home to the schools mens and womens. This was the finale for the concert, starring the bassoons. Thursday, february, 2020 zionbenton pac works performed 201920 school year april 30, 2020 february, 2020 december 17, 2019. The person who captains your airboat tour near alligator alley is the key to whether or not you have a good time.
Michael daugherty invokes two themes in this piece. Please help improve this article by introducing citations to additional sources. But pool sharks, mermaids, tourist traps, and feisty alligators are just a few of the surprises that threaten to derail their notsowell made plans. He studied music at north texas state university and manhattan school of music and received a fulbright to study at ircam a renowned french institute for. Alligator alley, a song by michael daugherty, florida allstate middle school concert band, cleve a. This is the perfect place for a handson opportunity to learn about wildlife.
Ui concert band rep updated dec14 university of iowa. Alligator alley celebrates thisnoble beast that has remained largely unchanged from prehistoric times. List of compositions by michael daugherty wikipedia. Alligator alley on a hymnsong of philip bliss odysseus and the sirens american riversongs next performance.
He is widely acclaimed as a gifted composer with a truly original voice. Alligator alley summerdale 2020 all you need to know. We are performing at ludlow high school things to remember. Alligator alley bassoon 1 sheet music michael daugherty. Alligator alley also known as everglades parkway is a section of interstate 75 and state road 84 extending from naples on the west coast of florida to weston on the east. Osman meghan starteri, student conductor american guernica adolphus hailstork memphis blues w. Alligator alley flute 1 michael daugherty concert band. The program was started as a response to feedback from music educators that there is a pressing need for new, fresh band music. American composers forum alligator alley for youth. Alligator alley born in cedar rapids, iowa, michael daugherty b.
Alligator alley celebrates this noble beast that has remained largely unchanged from prehistoric times. Alligator alley is the nickname for the eastwest stretch of interstate 75 between naples and fort lauderdale that crosses through the florida everglades national park. Alligator alley michael daugherty alanna curley, student conductor rosa parks boulevard michael daugherty down longford way graingerarr. Alligator alley, a song by michael daugherty, florida all. With the snap of its jaw and a thrash of its powerful tail, the americ. Alligator alley commissioned by american composers forum hal. Selections include vesuvius by frank ticheli, blue lake overture by john barnes chance and alligator alley by michael daugherty. Throughout each section, the composer keeps the same melodic structure while altering the compositional craft canons and harmony. Concert band zionbenton township high school bands. It has quickly gained popularity as both a bassoon feature and daughertys only work accessible to younger bands.
This park is home to many endangered species, one of them being the american alligator. Download and print alligator alley flute 1 sheet music for concert band by michael daugherty from sheet music direct. Redefining the boundaries of middle level band technique. This is the colburn jumpstart program playing the 2015 winter recital, at zipper hall. Awardwinning composer michael daugherty s first published work for young band describes a stretch of interstate 75 that crosses through floridas everglades national park. Alligator alley is a fun learning adventure for students and teachers alike. Nov 28, 2010 he wrote it as a bassoon feature for his daughter, who was then in middle school. This article relies largely or entirely on a single source. American composers forum bandquest series grade 3 here is the first published work for young band from awardwinning composer michael daugherty. Alligator alley was commissioned by the american composers forum for the bandquest middlelevel music series. Grandmothers song by brent michael davids old churches by michael colgrass smash the windows by robert rodriguez alegre by tania leon city rain by judith zaimont new wade n water by adolphus hailstork alligator alley by michael daugherty ridgeview centrum by alvin singleton mosaics by stephen paulus.
Michael daugherty was born into a musical family on april 28, 1954 in cedar rapids, iowa. Download and print alligator alley trombone 2 sheet music for concert band by michael daugherty from sheet music direct. With the snap of its jaw and a thrash of its powerful tail, the american alligator commands respect from anyone that treads near it. The first theme alligator s theme features the woodwinds. Hal leonard hl4002160 alligator alley by daugherty concert band grade 3 tapestry. Every instrument enjoys an opportunity for a power entrance. Michael daugherty alligator alley bassoon 1 cover art. Alligator alley 2002 red cape tango 1999 niagara falls 1997 bizarro 1993. Alligator alley by michael daugherty wind band literature. The 10 best things to do near alligator alley, summerdale. The first theme alligator s theme features the woodwinds predominantly bassoons while the second theme.
Dreamachine for solo percussion and orchestra is a colorful tribute to the imagination of inventors who dreamed of new machines, both real and surreal. Daugherty wrote alligator alley in 2003 on a commission from the american composers forum for their educational bandquest series. This page lists all recordings of alligator alley by michael daugherty b. Michael daugherty 2003 awardwinning composer michael daugherty s first published work for young band describes a stretch of interstate 75 that crosses through floridas everglades national park.
Experienced captains navigate the ecosystem with ease. Best airboat tour near alligator alley everglades holiday park. Dec 28, 2015 if youre looking for the best airboat tour near alligator alley, heres why everglades holiday park consistently comes up first. Michael daugherty sheet music books sorting and filters. Alligator alley michael daughtery jumpstart winter. Program notes and staging suggestions are included in this marvelously. Grammy awardwinning composer michael daugherty explores the relationships between machines, humanity and nature in three unique concertos. On the air from radio city, symphonic fantasy on arturo toscanini and the nbc symphony orchestra 2012. Named after the eastwest stretch of interstate that crosses through the florida everglades national park, this playful work invokes two themes that illustrate the alligator and the hunter. Michael colgrass is a composer, writer, lecturer and nlp neurolinguistic programming trainer. Alligator alley bb tenor saxophone michael daugherty. Two brothers fed up with daily life, quit their bluecollar jobs and with a singleminded determination head off to the paradise promise of key west.
Provided to youtube by naxos of america alligator alley north texas wind symphony composers collection. Long biography michael daugherty, composer official. The north texas wind symphony plays alligator alley. Download and print alligator alley eb baritone saxophone sheet music for concert band by michael daugherty from sheet music direct. Integrating assessment with instruction in instrumental music. His father willis daugherty 19292011 was a jazz and country and western drummer, his mother evelyn daugherty 19271974 was an amateur singer, and his grandmother josephine daugherty. Awardwinning composer michael daughertys first published work for young band describes a stretch of interstate 75 that crosses through floridas everglades. The bassoon leads this weeks directors feature into alligator alley by michael daugherty. Alligator alley by michael daugherty michael daugherty, born in 1954, grew up in a musical family which were influential in his pursuit of a career in composition. Alligator alley eb baritone saxophone michael daugherty. The awesome power of these fearsome creatures is captured musically in. With the snap of its jaw and a thrash of its powerful tail, the american alligator commands respect from anyone. The composer starts the a theme with a monophonic melody in the bassoon.
Concert band sheet music book by michael daugherty 1954. After a guided tour along the boardwalk, your students will get to witness the alligator feedings and then have the opportunity to hold one of the baby gators. These classic band pieces will mesmerize with a diverse array of styles and subjects. Nov 18, 2018 program the wrong note rag 1953 leonard bernstein alligator alley 2003 michael daugherty. Alligator alley bassoon 1michael daugherty concert band. Alligator alley commissioned by american composers forum. Mccabe 1546 alouette goldman, edwin franko 169 alte kameraden, marsch teike, c. Describing a stretch of interstate 75 that crosses through floridas everglades national park, alligator alley celebrates this noble beast that has remained largely unchanged from prehistoric times. Alligator alley by michael daugherty 1954 softcover.
Alligator alley, the designation for interstate 75 in florida between naples and fort lauderdale through the everglades. Alligator alley alligator alley michael daugherty hal leonard corporation. Alligator alley, a grade 23 band piece by michael daugherty. C 1546 alouette edwin franko goldman march carl fischer, llc m. Michael daugherty sheet music books scores buy online. It has quickly gained popularity as both a bassoon feature and daugherty s only work accessible to younger bands. The first performance was given by the slausen middle school band, conducted by michael daugherty, at slausen middle school, ann arbor, michigan, on may 14, 2003. Alligator alley carries a full line of reptiles we are the states largest retail supplier including iguanas, leopard geckos, monitors, bearded dragons, boa constrictors, pythons, milk snakes, corn snakes, tortoises, and turtles. We and our partners use cookies to personalize your experience, to show you ads based on your interests, and for measurement and analytics purposes. The alligator alley section of i75 runs due eastwest between exit 19 in sunrise, fl and exit 101 just east of naples and is one of only two sections along the interstates entirety that is tolled the other is the mackinac bridge in northern michigan.
Download and print alligator alley bb tenor saxophone sheet music for concert band by michael daugherty from sheet music direct. Alligator alley flute 1 sheet music michael daugherty. Alligator alley trombone 2 michael daugherty concert band. With the snap of its jaw and a thrash of its powerful tail, the american alligator. He wrote it as a bassoon feature for his daughter, who was then in middle school. Alligator alley for youth symphonic band full score. Alligator alley, michael daugherty cajun folk songs, frank ticheli colonel bogey, kenneth alford fall river overture, robert sheldon fantasy on american sailing songs, clare grundman gershwin prelude suite, gershwinlucas a longford legend, robert sheldon on a hymnsong of philip bliss, david holsinger pilgrim traveler, timothy broege. Daugherty also collaborates with youth wind ensembles and orchestras throughout america. His father willis daugherty 19292011 was a jazz and country and western drummer, his mother evelyn daugherty 19271974 was an amateur singer, and his grandmother josephine daugherty 19071991 was a pianist for silent film. One might see an alligator along the roadside when driving along this stretch of road. Search for library items search for lists search for contacts search for a library. In 2004, the ravinia festival community outreach program invited daugherty to work with student ensembles in the chicago public middle and high schools. Each one of pieces has a musical element that either contrasts or compliments the. After receiving his doctorate in composition from yale university, he studied with jazz arranger gil evans and gyorgy ligeti in germany before joining.
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