Will Rapp: Mittelschwere Noten

With relentless energy and a driving pulse, the Finale from William Bolcom's Fifth Symphony lends itself quite naturally to an interpretation for the contemporary percussion ensemble. Impressive!

The creative genius of Jimi Hendrix is certainly evident in this distinctive hit. Effectively arranged for the field (or stands), Jay's chart displays an incessant underlying beat, great brass scoring...

The creative genius of Jimi Hendrix is certainly evident in this distinctive hit. Effectively arranged for the field (or stands), Jay's chart displays an incessant underlying beat, great brass scoring...

Popular again thanks to a recording by Tony Bennett and Lady Gaga, this wonderful swing standard from the '30s has also been featured on the TV show Glee. After a hard-hitting intro, the melody starts...

The creative genius of Jimi Hendrix is certainly evident in this distinctive hit. Effectively arranged for the field (or stands), Jay's chart displays an incessant underlying beat, great brass scoring...

Similar to the mash-up on Glee, here are two classics from Journey together in a powerful and driving chart for the field. Trombones get a chance to shine, before the entire band joins in for an excit...

The Broadway hit Mamma Mia! features the exciting sounds of the group ABBA. This opener/production starts with a dramatic fanfare, then launches into the driving rock beat of the title song. Energetic...

The Broadway hit Mamma Mia! features the exciting sounds of the group ABBA. This opener/production starts with a dramatic fanfare, then launches into the driving rock beat of the title song. Energetic...

The Broadway hit Mamma Mia! features the exciting sounds of the group ABBA. This opener/production starts with a dramatic fanfare, then launches into the driving rock beat of the title song. Energetic...

From Les Misérables, this arrangement features the powerful opening strains of the show followed by the driving 6/8 At the End of the Day. Lots of variety and a strong ending.

From Grease, the musical that never gets old, here is a driving opener featuring plenty of solid full band playing, but also offering spots for percussion effects and visuals. Exceptionally scored for...

From Grease, the musical that never gets old, here is a driving opener featuring plenty of solid full band playing, but also offering spots for percussion effects and visuals. Exceptionally scored for...

As one of the defining moments in the hit musical Wicked, this song conveys emotion mixed with excitement. Jay's powerful arrangement is based on the version recorded by the cast of the TV series Glee...

As one of the defining moments in the hit musical Wicked, this song conveys emotion mixed with excitement. Jay's powerful arrangement is based on the version recorded by the cast of the TV series Glee...

As one of the defining moments in the hit musical Wicked, this song conveys emotion mixed with excitement. Jay's powerful arrangement is based on the version recorded by the cast of the TV series Glee...

From Grease, the musical that never gets old, here is a driving opener featuring plenty of solid full band playing, but also offering spots for percussion effects and visuals. Exceptionally scored for...

Based on the hard-hitting big band version in Toy Story 2 as performed by Wheezy (voice of Robert Goulet), here is a swingin' arrangement for the field or stands. Effectively paced throughout, Paul's...

Based on the hard-hitting big band version in Toy Story 2 as performed by Wheezy (voice of Robert Goulet), here is a swingin' arrangement for the field or stands. Effectively paced throughout, Paul's...

Driving funk classic from Tower of Power. Written with comfortable ranges for younger players and in cut time to make the rhythms easier to handle, this is an exciting production number with hot drum...

Recorded by Van Halen in 1984 and made popular again thanks to the TV series Glee, here is a rock-the-stands version of this signature rock anthem. With a moderate tempo and pounding groove, this is o...

Since its initial release by Aerosmith in 1973, this classic rock ballad has enjoyed continual popularity through the years in film and TV, most recently being featured on the hit TV series Glee. This...

Written for Frank Sinatra and title track of his 1958 album, this tune remains popular through recent recordings and usages in TV and film. This chart brings a swingin' big band style to the field in...

Now even younger bands can provide the answer to this musical question from Tower of Power. The ultimate in funk for the marching field!

Starting slowly and softly, then gradually building intensity throughout, this arrangement provides a satisfying and powerful closing to your Mamma Mia! field presentation. Carefully constructed for m...