Vermont State Fair (Orchestra)

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Vermont State Fair (Orchestra)

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When I was a kid, we’d often travel a few hours north to Vermont for Labor Day, to spend the final days of summer with my extended family.  While there, we’d pile in the car to spend a day at the Vermont State Fair.  The fair was an exciting, vibrant place, with rides and games, animals, fried dough, and horse racing.  This piece captures the sights, sounds, and excitement of a day at the fair.

Also available for wind band here.

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Printed Score & Printed Parts: $199.99
Printed Score & Digital PDF Parts: $179.99
 

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Grade 5 – Orchestra
Year of Composition: 2015
Length: 6:30 

Program Note

When I was a kid, we’d often travel a few hours north to Vermont for Labor Day, to spend the final days of summer with my extended family.  While there, we’d pile in the car to spend a day at the Vermont State Fair. The fair was an exciting, vibrant place, with rides and games, animals, fried dough, and horse racing.  

That was always the most exciting part of the fair, for me – the horse racing.  My grandfather was a big fan and would study the racing program days in advance of the races – I can still picture his notes written all over the program.

In Vermont State Fair, you’ll experience the sights and sounds of the fair, the hustle and bustle of activity, and the excitement and energy of watching the races.  Off to the fair!

Also available for wind band here.

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Vermont State Fair (Orchestra)

When I was a kid, we’d often travel a few hours north to Vermont for Labor Day, to spend the final days of summer with my extended family.  While there, we’d pile in the car to spend a day at the Vermont State Fair.  The fair was an exciting, vibrant place, with rides and games, animals, fried dough, and horse racing.  This piece captures the sights, sounds, and excitement of a day at the fair.

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