Concert band (Flute 1, Flute 2, Oboe, Bassoon, Clarinet in Bb 1, Clarinet in Bb 2/3, Bass Clarinet, Alto Saxophone, Tenor Saxophone, Baritone Saxophone, Trumpet in Bb 1, Trumpet in Bb 2, Horn in F, Trombone, Baritone B.C., (Baritone T.C.), Tuba, Bells, Timpani, Percuss) - grade 2

SKU: CN.11100

Composed by Franklin D. Adams. Band Music. Pioneer Band Series. Score and parts. Duration 3:00. Published by C. Alan Publications (CN.11100).

Pay homage to the adventurous spirit of the early American pioneers as they blazed their trails westward. Spirited and bold passages reflect their determination while the lyric middle section represents the beauty of the landscapes they encountered.

Dedicated to the St. Gabriel School Junior High Band - Concord Township, OH and to the Northeast Ohio MusicAlliance Eastside Summer Honors Band This composition pays homage to the adventurous spirit and determination of the early American pioneers who left New England blazing a trail westward. Johnnycake refers to a simple flat bread made of cornmeal which kept well on the pioneers' long journey. The lyrical middle section of the piece musically depicts the beauty of the landscapes that the settlers encountered. 'FDA.