• NEMESIS – Gary D. Ziek
  
• THE RIDE OF THE VALKYRIES – Richard Wagner/arr. Robert Longfield
  
• MORPHEUS – Randall D. Standridge
  
• CHILDREN OF GAIA – Robert Sheldon
  
• THE WHITE KNIGHT – Gary P. Gilroy
  
• FATE OF THE GODS – Steven Reineke
  
• NESSUN DORMA (from TURANDOT) – Giacomo Puccini/arr. James Barnes
  
• THE COMPLETE HARRY POTTER – arr. Jerry Brubaker

TRUMPET
John Acosta
John Baker ♫
Lacey Bigler
Cyndi Burchfield
Richard Crawford
Matt King
Terri (Theresa) Molesky
Sherlyn Padron
Roberto Plumey
Chris Shultz
John Whitaker
Michael Vail

FRENCH HORN
Christina Frye
John Green
Jackie Hall
Bradley Harp ♫
Bryan Santana
Michael Siebenthal
Jennis Thomas

TROMBONE
Raymond Deckert
Sara Fraze
Michael Henry
Lewis Lopez ♫
Walt Shaffner

BASS TROMBONE
Vince Chrisman

EUPHONIUM
Saniyah Abram
Brianna Emge
Rick Hatfield
Edgar Kilborn
Emily Raines

TUBA
Douglas Barlar
James Coyne
Daniel Hadden
Leigh Simonton ♫
Robert Singleton

PERCUSSION
Steve Brown ♫
Tim Diehl
Sam Koppelman
Dante Quiles Morales
Manuel Rosadilla
Jae Xiong

PIANO
Joseph Rose

Conductor Ted M. Hope has served as the conductor of the Fanfare Winds and Hillsborough Community College for the past 10 years. He was affiliated with the Hillsborough County School District for 39 years and retired as the Supervisor of Middle and Secondary Music after 19 years of service in March of 2023. He received his Associates Degree from Hillsborough Community College, Bachelor of Music Education from Florida State University, and his Master of Music Education and Education Specialist from the University of Southern Mississippi. He subsequently taught in the public schools for twenty years as band director at Hillsborough High School (1984-1987) and Bloomingdale High School (1987-2004). He is a member of the Florida Bandmasters Association where he served as chairman and secretary. Mr. Hope’s professional affiliations include Music Educators National Conference, Hillsborough County Secondary Music Council, Phi Mu Alpha Sinfonia, the Bay Area Saxophone Quartet and the Hillsborough Association of School Administrators. Mr. Hope is an active clinician and adjudicator in concert band, jazz ensemble, and marching band.

Nemesis – Gary D. Ziek

In Greek mythology, Nemesis was the god of retribution and vengeance. It has come to mean an unstoppable foe, an unbeatable rival, an implacable enemy. The piece is based on a descending three note motive using the intervals: perfect fourth, minor second. It is marked with malice and is highly volatile in nature, projecting the powerful and ominous feelings association with the title.

The Ride of the Valkyries – Richard Wagner/arr. Robert Longfield

The Ride of the Valkyries is an orchestral selection from Richard Wagner’s “Die Walkure” the second of four operas comprising his massive Der Ring des Nibelungen (The Ring of the Nibelung.)
The Valkyries were nine daughters of Wotan, ruler of heaven and earth; and Erda, the goddess of fate. The Wotan employs them to gather fallen heroes from the battlefield and to create a defense of Valhalla. The Ride of the Valkyries takes place at the beginning of Act III, as the Valkyries return from the battlefields. It is a most vivid scene, as the Valkyries carry fallen warriors on horseback while storms subside and lightning flashes vividly. The opera Die Walkure was first performed August 14, 1876.

Morpheus – Randall D. Standridge

In Greek mythology, Morpheus is the god of sleep and/or dreams. The composer remembered learning about this in junior high and was re-introduced to the concept of the dream god in Neil Gaiman’s fantastic Sandman graphic novel series (also a Netflix mini-series). He may appear in any form and sends dreams to mortals through one of two gates (one gate is ivory for good dreams, one gate is horn for band dreams).
Morpheus is intended to paint a dreamscape of sound where colors and textures shift and bleed into one another. The meandering ostinato and chordal shifts are representative of the illogical and often way dreams can change and evolve.

Children of Gaia – Robert Sheldon

Gaia is a primordial deity in the Ancient Greek pantheon and considered a Mother Goddess of Mother Nature. In mythology she had numerous children, many of whom are of great significance to the ancient Greeks. Three of these children are represented in the dramatic work – Typhon, Tethys, and Enceladus.
Typhon was one of the largest and most fearsome of all creatures. His human upper half reached to the heavens and his arms reached for miles with a hundred dragon heads on each hands. His bottom half was gigantic viper coils that could reach the top of his head when stretched out and made a hissing noise. His whole body was covered in wings, and fire flashed from his eyes. He is represented first as a sleeping giant who awakened with a violent outburst.
Tethys was mother of the chief rivers of Earth that were known to the Greeks and was considered an embodiment of the waters of the world. Her musical representation is calm and weightless as if floating in the ocean.
Enceladus had serpent-like lower limbs, with the scales of dragons for feet. He was buried under Mount Etna. The volcanic fires of Etna were said to be the breath of Enceladus, and its tumor caused by him rolling his injured side beneath the mountain. The Greeks sometimes refer to an earthquake as a “strike of Enceladus.” He is represented as a mischievous and menacing character, which brings the piece to an energetic conclusion.

The White Knight – Gary P. Gilroy

The White Knight was composed in memory of Tim Johnson, band booster extraordinaire, the Sanger High school Band Program. The Merriam-Webster Dictionary define a White Knight as “one that comes to the rescue of another,” or “one that champions a cause.”
Mr. Johnson was obsessed with the band program. He drove the equipment truck, made equipment, and actively supported music programs from other high schools that his children were not even affiliated with. Tim was always there at the football games and served as President of the Bulldog Marching Band. Dana Pena, Band Director at Sanger High School, stated, “Tim was a very “hands on” band booster who was not afraid of hard work. As a band director I was always extremely grateful for wonder band parents like him. He was a GEM and he was our WHITE KNIGHT!

Fate of the Gods – Steven Reineke

Fate of the Gods was inspired by tales of Nordic mythology. The piece tells the story of Ragnarok, also known as the “Twilight of the Gods.” An incredible war between forces of good and evil is fought, bringing about the end of the cosmos. After the destruction, a new and idyllic world will arise, and the new earth will be filled only with joy and abundance.
The first section of the piece represents the creation of the primordial world in which forces of both good and evil are established. The second section is the development of the dark, devious themes that symbolize the God Loki, the personification of all things evil. His theme gives way to the more soothing music that represents the God Balder, son of Odin. Balder personifies all that is good, pure, and innocent. When evil ensues once again, Heimdall, the watchman of the Gods, sounds the horn, signaling the beginning of the end. From all of the corners of the world, gods, giants, dwarves and elves will ride towards the huge plain where the last battle will be fought. This tremendous battle brings about massive chaos and eventually the destruction of the world. All is destroyed save on tree, the tree of life, known as Yggdrasil. The tree gradually brings existence back to the world. This time it is only forces of goodness which are created. Evil has destroyed itself and good has won overall.

Nessun Dorma from the opera Turandot – Giacomo Puccini/arr. James Barnes

Nessun Dorma (None shall sleep) is an aria from the final act of Giacomo Puccini’s opera Turandot and is one of the best-known tenor arias in all of opera. It is sung by Calaf (the unknown prince), who falls in love at first sight with the beautiful but cold Princess Turandot. Any man, however, who wished to wed Turandot must first answer here three riddles; if he fails, he will be beheaded.
In the act before this aria, Calaf has correctly answered the three riddles put to all of Princess Turandot’s prospective suitors. Nonetheless, she recoils at the thought of marriage to him. Calaf offers her another chance by challenging her to guess his name by dawn. If she does so, she can execute him; but if she does not, she must marry him. The cruel and emotionally cold princess then decrees that none of her subjects shall sleep that night until his name is discovered. If they fail, all will be killed.
As the final act opens, it is now night. Calaf is alone in the moonlit palace gardens. In the distance, he hears Turandot’s heralds proclaiming her command. His aria begins with an echo of their cry and a reflection of Princess Turandot.

The Complete Harry Potter – arr. Jerry Brubaker

The wizard lives on! The most memorable Harry Potter film themes are beautifully arranged into one manageable work. Over ten years, four different composers contributed truly magical scores to eight award-winning films. Included are Hedwig’s Theme; Nimbus 2000; Hogwarts; Quidditch; Harry’s Wondrous World; Fawkes the Phoenix; Harry in Winter; Dumbledore’s Farewell; Voldemort; Elder Wand; Lily’s Theme; The Friends; The Weasly Stomp; Obliviate; and John Williams’s compelling Family Portrait theme as a fitting finale.

Platinum
Joni Long
Gloria and Rosie Stagi
(in memory of Joe Stagi)
Kathryn Thorson
Dawn White

Bronze
Alli Howard Tampa Realty
Andrew Altman
Ian Crumpton
Jacqueline DeBeer
Debbie Eisenstadt
Mark Frederick
Emily Garrett
Bradley Harp
Tina Hill
Niki Holmes Kantzios
Aaron Kaplan
Kay Kleinhample
Andrew Krupski
Terri & Hank Molesky
Dale A. Roberts
Larry Smith
Sally C. Spencer
Yajaira Suarez
Amy Tramer
Carmel vanHoek
Gregory Vass
John Walker
George Zucker

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The Fanfare Concert Winds has earned its reputation as the premier hybrid community/college band in Tampa Bay through a combination of exceptional musicianship, community engagement, and a commitment to musical excellence. One key factor is the band’s unique blend of talented musicians, comprising both seasoned community members, current and former music teachers, and dedicated Hillsborough Community college students. This diverse composition brings together individuals with a wide range of musical experiences and backgrounds challenging a rich and dynamic ensemble that appeals to a broad audience.

The band’s commitment to musical excellence is evident in its rigorous rehearsal schedule and the pursuit of challenging repertoire. Under the direction of skilled conductors, section leaders, and instructors, Fanfare Concert Winds consistently delivers performances that showcase both technical proficiency and emotional depth. This dedication to artistic achievement not only enhances the musicians’ skills but also elevates the overall musical experience for the audience, contributing to the band’s recognition as one of the best in the Tampa Bay region.

Community engagement and education plays a pivotal role in the Fanfare Concert Winds’ success. The band actively promotes new teacher involvement and educational outreach programs. This action only strengthens the ensemble’s connection with area band directors by “building their resilience”, but also with its audience while promoting a sense of pride and unity among its members. By serving as cultural ambassadors in the Tampa Bay area, the Fanfare Concert Winds has become an integral part of the community, further solidifying its reputation as the top hybrid community/college band in the region.

Fanfare Concert Winds would like to thank Ken Hanks, Chair of Visual and Performing Arts, and Ruthie Nelson, Director of Choral Activities of Hillsborough Community College for their encouragement and support.

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VISION
The Fanfare Concert Winds will contribute to the musical culture and community throughout Hillsborough County by providing quality music performance and educational experiences for the young and the young at heart.

MISSION
• To facilitate a venue for music educators, professional and community musicians and Hillsborough Community College students to come together in a professional-level ensemble.
• To supplement the music education of the Hillsborough County Public Schools and Hillsborough Community College through clinics, side-by-side concerts, festivals and scholarships.
• To expose our members and audiences to quality musical literature.