Memoirs of Maestro: December 2009

Dynasty Chen - Pianist/Singer

The world of exploring and experiment is the style of the band member, Dynasty. After the musical spark ignited his light bulb at the age of 12, he has been a learner of all styles of music. With the ability to turn melodies into orchestrations, all he ever need is a piano.

Jim Yan - Auxiliary Percussionist

Jim is a hardcore skater at heart, who finds the sounds of the band Maroon 5 to be fitting well with his everyday actions. With more than two years of experience in playing the Trumpet, he now decides to dive into the world of Auxiliary Percussion and bomb the world with his sound effects.

Noah Erickson - Guitarist

Gathered much inspirations from the Punk Rock scene. In his free time, Noah loves to jam with other talented musicians. Although he doesn't have much experience in guitar playing, he is encouraged to learn as much as he can.

Paul Hufnagel - Trumpeter

Spending seven years of his life doing improvisation and in multiple school bands, Paul is one of the rarest and true form of a Jazz/Symphonic musician. Deriving music of his inspirations from the melodies of the Universe, he is bound to impress all sorts of listeners.

Chris Caruthers - Percussionist

A Rock genre influenced drummer, Chris has been in multiple music groups, many such as DDHS Drum-line, DDHS Symphonic Band and Cold Case Clue. A truly passionate expert in the field of Percussion, many have said that he brings the atmosphere of a war battlefield right onto the stage.

Annie Ralston - Cellist/Singer

Annie, known as the coffee addict with the energy to drive our band to success. She's composed with the voice of an angel and more than half of a decade worth of Cello abilities. During performances, she often times bring the audience into a surreal dream-scape, where all the harmonies feast & dance.

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NEW SONG: Max, I Am

Main Vocal: Dynasty
Minor Vocals: Annie and Chris
Drums: Noah
Trumpet: Paul
Cello: Annie
Aux Percussions: Jim

4/4
Intro:
Cello => Drums + Guitar (Chorus Riff) X1

(Chorus) x2
I am Max! Saving the Princess from acastle!
I am Max! Slaying Dragons is no hassle!

Verse One:
(Dynasty)
(All Instruments)
Climbing up the mountain, nearing to the castle.
I see the Princess standing there, calling out to me.
SAVE ME MAX! (A>B>C>E) X2 (Holding out last note for ride out)

(Chorus Melody, No Words)

[Cymbal Brush Ride Out Into Story]

Story:
(Dynasty)
(Cello Solo)
I’m Max, the savoir of Princesses across the land.
Riding my 3-legged Steed, (smirk) slaying Dragons is too easy for me.
I storm castles to find the key.
No doubt…! The Princess will be free.

[Guitar Pick Up & Solo]

Verse Two:
(Dynasty)
(All Instruments)
Preparing for battle, I draw my blade.
Go ahead dragon make my day!

(Chorus Melody, No Words)

Bridge:
(Dynasty)
(Guitar, Cello Whole Notes [Mid-High],
This is bridge and I am finally here.
You thought I was little, but I have no fear.
Fret not Princess I'll save you dear.
Killing the Dragon is my final frontier. [High note outro]

Battle Theme (3/4)
Tom Ensemble
Guitar Riff
Cello/Trumpet Attacks [Sfz, staccato, marc, interval heavy]
Piano [Low notes for suspense]
Taiko Ensemble [Low]
Bamboo Ensemble [High hit]
Egg Shaker [Suspense]
Rice Bowl [Tik, tik, tik]
Everything Else ;)

Length: Epic necessary bars.

Victory Fanfare:
(Paul)
(Trumpet)

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Brushed Cymbal Crescendo Ride Out
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4/4
Verse Three:
(Dynasty)
(Guitar Soft Whole Note Strums, Brushed Cymbal, Toy Piano, Single Triangle Note)

As my Mom calls me in, my Tricycle is still a Steed.
My homework is still waiting for me.
I realize life is good, to be or not to be
But my imagination will be always running free.

End:
\(>O<)/