What services does Dr. Ward Miller offer?

Dr. Ward Miller offers custom band arranging and commissioned compositions, guest conducting and ensemble clinics (in-person or virtual), honor band conducting, and professional development workshops for band directors and music educators.

Can Dr. Ward Miller conduct or clinic my band remotely?

Yes, Dr. Miller offers virtual clinics and consultations via Zoom, Google Meet, and Microsoft Teams, making expert guidance accessible regardless of location or budget.

What types of band arrangements does Dr. Miller write?

Dr. Miller writes custom and stock arrangements for concert band, marching band, pep band, jazz band, and complete halftime show packages. All arrangements feature readable parts, manageable ranges, and logical rehearsal marks.

Where can I purchase Dr. Ward Miller's arrangements?

Dr. Miller's arrangements are available in his online music store at drwardmiller.com/store, organized by category: Concert Band, Marching/Pep Band, Complete Halftime Show, Jazz Band, and Textbook. All are affordable, licensed, and instantly downloadable.

What are Dr. Ward Miller's qualifications?

Dr. Miller holds a Bachelor of Music Education from Auburn University, a Master of Music in Trombone Performance from Arizona State University, and a Doctor of Musical Arts in Band Conducting from the University of Iowa. He has over 30 years of experience as a band educator, arranger, and consultant at the middle school, high school, collegiate, and World Class drum corps levels.

Has Dr. Miller written a textbook?

Yes. Dr. Miller co-authored 'Developing Error Detection Skills in the Wind Band Educator' with Dr. Cathryn Foster, published by GIA Publications in 2023. It is available in his online store.

Choosin' Texas (Advanced-Larger)

$59.99

"Bring the biggest country smash of the year to the field! This Grade 4+ marching band arrangement of Ella Langley's record-breaking hit, "Choosin' Texas" is built to bring down the house. Whether you need an undeniable stands tune or a show-stopping field production, this chart delivers. As a track that dominated the Billboard Hot 100 for 16 weeks and was co-written by Miranda Lambert, your students and Friday night crowds will instantly connect with its undeniable energy.Soulful

Writing: I focused heavily on capturing the authentic, gritty country attitude of the original track while expanding the harmonic vocabulary for the marching arts. Expect rich chord voicings that give your ensemble a deeply soulful sonority.

Big Impacts: Pacing is everything. This chart features strategically constructed build-ups that lead to massive, wall-of-sound impacts. It's designed to maximize your band’s volume and let your hornline blow the press box away.

Smart Percussion by Dr. Jeff Grant: Dr. Jeff Grant's percussion writing here is smart, brilliant, and tasteful. It perfectly locks in the driving 112 BPM tempo, supports the wind phrasing, and gives your drumline plenty of substantial features without ever muddying the ensemble sound. Ideal for advanced high school or university programs."

Composer: Ella Langley

Arranger: Ward Miller

Percussion: Jeff Grant

buyLink: https://www.sheetmusicdirect.com/se/ID_No/2092202/Product.aspx

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"Bring the biggest country smash of the year to the field! This Grade 4+ marching band arrangement of Ella Langley's record-breaking hit, "Choosin' Texas" is built to bring down the house. Whether you need an undeniable stands tune or a show-stopping field production, this chart delivers. As a track that dominated the Billboard Hot 100 for 16 weeks and was co-written by Miranda Lambert, your students and Friday night crowds will instantly connect with its undeniable energy.Soulful

Writing: I focused heavily on capturing the authentic, gritty country attitude of the original track while expanding the harmonic vocabulary for the marching arts. Expect rich chord voicings that give your ensemble a deeply soulful sonority.

Big Impacts: Pacing is everything. This chart features strategically constructed build-ups that lead to massive, wall-of-sound impacts. It's designed to maximize your band’s volume and let your hornline blow the press box away.

Smart Percussion by Dr. Jeff Grant: Dr. Jeff Grant's percussion writing here is smart, brilliant, and tasteful. It perfectly locks in the driving 112 BPM tempo, supports the wind phrasing, and gives your drumline plenty of substantial features without ever muddying the ensemble sound. Ideal for advanced high school or university programs."