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.

I Just Might (Advanced-Larger)

$59.99

Take the field with undeniable style and swagger in this advanced Grade 4.5 arrangement of Bruno Mars' "I Just Might." Designed for high-level high school and college marching ensembles, this chart delivers the rich harmonies and intense rhythmic drive of the original track in a format perfectly suited for the modern stadium.

Arranged by Ward Miller, this score features expanded wind parts to fully utilize a larger, more experienced ensemble. Daniel Pall's percussion parts (Snareline, Tenorline, Bass Drums, and Cymbal Line) remain central to the groove, operating alongside a Drum Set part to provide a massive, authentic R&B foundation. Additionally, an Electric Bass part is included to ensure that vintage bottom-end sound translates perfectly to the field.

Composer: Bruno Mars

Arranger: Ward Miller

Percussion: Daniel Pall

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Take the field with undeniable style and swagger in this advanced Grade 4.5 arrangement of Bruno Mars' "I Just Might." Designed for high-level high school and college marching ensembles, this chart delivers the rich harmonies and intense rhythmic drive of the original track in a format perfectly suited for the modern stadium.

Arranged by Ward Miller, this score features expanded wind parts to fully utilize a larger, more experienced ensemble. Daniel Pall's percussion parts (Snareline, Tenorline, Bass Drums, and Cymbal Line) remain central to the groove, operating alongside a Drum Set part to provide a massive, authentic R&B foundation. Additionally, an Electric Bass part is included to ensure that vintage bottom-end sound translates perfectly to the field.