KokomoParkBand - 2024-06-19

“Spotlight on Youth”

Wednesday, June 19, 2024

Pre-Concert-6:45 PM: 29th Annual Youth Multicultural Rhythm Ensemble – Art Reiner, Director

Program – 7:30 PM

American Legion March……………………………………………………………………………….Charles Parker

Music Makers……………………………………………………………………………………….……...Alfred Reed

Concerto for Clarinet………………………………………………………………………………....…….Artie Shaw

Maximus Bruner, clarinetist

Kokomo Park Band Collegiate Solo Competition Winner

Big City Lights…………….…………………………………………………………………………….Marie Douglas

African Marching Song………………………………………………………………………………....John O’Reiley

Featuring the Youth Multicultural Rhythm Ensemble

Red Tails – In honor of the Tuskegee Airmen……………........………………………………....Ayatey Shabazz

Overture in Bb……………………………………………………………….…………………...Caessar Giovannini

Juba Dance…………………………………………………………………………..Robert Dett/arr. Loras Schissel

Scarborough Fair………………………………………………………….…………………………Robert W. Smith

Pop and Rock Legends: Stevie Wonder……………………………………………………………...John Wasson

Sir Duke - I Wish - Don't You Worry 'Bout A Thing - Superstition Isn't She Lovely

Star Spangled Banner………………………………………………………………………….arr. Sousa-Damrosch

Dr Ishbah Cox, Guest Conductor

Curt Alexander, Announcer

Clarinetist Maximus Bruner is the 2024 winner of the KPB Collegiate Solo Competition. Max is currently pursuing a Bachelor’s in Clarinet Performance, studying with Kylie Stultz-Dessent at Purdue Fort Wayne. He enjoys studying classical repertoire, different styles of jazz, and other genres of music to widen the reach of his musical skillset. Max has performed as a clarinet soloist with PFW's orchestra, PFW's jazz ensemble, the Indiana Music Education Association Conference, the International Clarinet Association's Clar-eidoscope Virtual Conference, the PFW Wind Ensemble’s 2023 European Tour and has held principal positions in the PFW Wind Ensemble, PFW Orchestra, and the IMEA Intercollegiate Band. Max intends on pursuing a Masters of Music in Clarinet Performance after his time at PFW.

Dr. Ishbah Cox brings over 20 years of experience leading bands in both universities and public schools to his current role as Director of Wind Ensembles at Capital University in Columbus, Ohio. Prior to this, Dr. Cox honed his craft as Associate Professor of Bands at Purdue University and Director of Bands at Olentangy Orange High School (OH). His impressive academic background includes degrees from Auburn, Alabama, and Ball State Universities. Cox is an accomplished euphonium player and a past player in the KPB. He is making his third appearance as KPB guest conductor, the first being in June of 2012. But Dr. Cox's talents extend far beyond conducting. He's a highly sought-after arranger, creating pieces for the prestigious publisher Hal Leonard and numerous high schools and universities across the country. His impressive client list includes marching bands from Purdue, Penn State, Ohio State, and Wisconsin. He's even pushed boundaries by collaborating with popular artists like Papa Roach and the Huntertones, adapting their music for combined performances with marching bands. Dr. Cox's dedication extends beyond his own ensembles, as he actively participates in over five professional organizations and holds numerous honorary memberships, demonstrating his continued impact on the music world.