The Uprising

Eighth Note Publications Flexible Band/String Series provides ultimate flexibility for ensembles with incomplete instrumentation or odd combinations. These pieces are playable by as few as 5 woodwind, brass, or string players with or without percussion. This creates the opportunity for a mixed quintet to perform these titles but also allows for performance for 10-15 players up to full a band/orchestra with parts doubling. Great for music camps, contest use or any band room that has non-standard instrumentation. The Uprising is a bold and daring work portraying a group challenging the people in power. This has been staged in 6 programatic sections: “The Current Regime” is noble and confident in character—perhaps too confident. “Next Is the Planning”—the rebel forces begin planning quietly but with purpose and drive. This builds as “The Forces Gather”—louder, stronger, and passionate about their beliefs. This inevitably leads to “Battle!” where the forces collide in combat. Short aggressive bursts of sound lead to “Victory Is Ours,” where a new order takes their place in charge. “Celebration” begins and builds to a joyous conclusion.