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Jenkins  \n1 Full Score  \n8 Flute  \n2 Oboe  \n2 Bassoon  \n4 Clarinet 1  \n4 Clarinet 2  \n2 Bass Clarinet  \n2 Alto Saxophone 1  \n2 Alto Saxophone 2  \n2 Tenor Sax  \n1 Baritone Sax  \n4 Trumpet 1  \n4 Trumpet 2  \n3 F Horn  \n6 Trombone  \n2 Baritone B.C.  \n2 Baritone T.C.  \n4 Tuba  \n1 Timpani (optional part)  \n3 Percussion 1: Snare Drum, Bass Drum  \n2 Percussion 2 (optional part): Triangle, Suspended Cymbal  \n1 Bells  \nExtra Part-P3016631  \nProgram Notes  \nDragon Fire is a musical work intended to depict the legend of the dragon. Characteristically portrayed as a huge fire breathing, scaly and horned lizard-like creature, with leathery, bat-like wings, four legs and a long muscular tail, they are also known for possessing magical powers or qualities. The typical dragon is said to have protected a cavern or castle filled with gold or treasure and was often associated with a great hero who tried valiantly to slay it.  \nBe sure to play this piece plenty of energy throughout. Pay close attention to the syncopated rhythms and especially the times when they are different. The articulations (accents, staccatos, etc. ) are important to help with the style of the piece. Make sure that the countermelody can be heard in the horns, trombones, and tenor saxophones when it is present (mm. 15-22 and 51-56. ) Work toward making sure that mm. 25-38 are balanced and do not drag in tempo. I hope that you have fun playing and enjoy this piece!  \nAbout the Composer  \nDarren Jenkins is a native of Topeka, Kansas. He is a graduate of Washburn University and the University of Kansas, where he studied composition with James Barnes. An award-winning composer, his works have been performed and recorded by various groups across the country, as well as internationally. He has written successfully for virtually every area of instrumental music. In addition to his work as a composer/arranger, Jenkins also enjoys a successful career as a music educator.  \nAchievement Series Lesson Guide  \nEvery selection in the Wingert-Jones Achievement Series features concise learning objectives that support the National Standards for Arts Education.  \nDRAGON FIRE  \nDarren W. Jenkins  \nNational Standards addressed through this publication:  \n\\#2 Performing on instruments, alone and with others, a varied repertoire of music.  \n\\#5 Reading and notating music.  \n\\#6 Listening to and analyzing and describing music.  \n\\#9 Understanding the music in relation to history and culture.  \nLEARNING OBJECTIVES  \nStudents should focus on dynamic contrasts and playing with appropriate style while maintaining a constant rhythm and tempo. Be careful that you do not slow down when playing softer.  \nMUSIC THEORY  \nKEY: Concert Eb Major. Learn or review the scale and arpeggio, which is printed at the top of each player’s part.  \nTIME SIGNATURE  \n -The upper number indicates that there are 4 beats to a measure. The lower number indicates that a  \nquarter note (  ) receives one beat.  \nDYNAMIC MARKINGS  \nmp (mezzo piano)– moderately soft mf (mezzo forte)– moderately loud f (forte)– loud  \ncrescendo (  )– gradually get louder  \nSTYLE INDICATORS  \naccent (  )– emphasis on a note or chord. Accented notes are separated notes.  \nstaccato (  )– detached, separated and light  \nOTHER TERMS  \nAllegro con moto – Italian musical terms: allegro – fast  \ncon – with moto – motion  \nTime ca. 1:50 Grade 2  \nDragon Fire  \nDarren W. 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