The Beginning

When all optimism and confidence is crushed by an unforeseeable obstacle that breeds self-doubt and hopelessness, it may seem like there is no end in sight. Intended for High School bands, this emotional piece challenges the players to become a unified force of beauty as the tempo abruptly drops and then slowly rises, telling the inspirational story of how the composer overcame his struggles with autism and realized that the end of the hardship was truly the beginning of something far greater. Whether it’s an aptly titled opener or a delightfully ironic conclusion, “The Beginning” is sure to captivate any audience while providing an excellent growth opportunity for bands that struggle to be cohesive with tempo and tone.