Rough draft of an Original ballad feature some motifs from Lux Aeterna

SandstormBalladDRAFT

FSU Marching Chiefs - Work 2023 - Orange Bowl Recording (By Dr. Chandler Wilson & Eric Levy)

A Friend Like Me – Marching Band Arrangement

Arranged by Dr. Chandler Wilson (ASCAP) | Percussion by Eric Levy (ASCAP)

A Friend Like Me – Marching Band Arrangement

Here's a sampling of the percussion arrangement of "Hurricane Season" and "Do Whatcha Wanna" that was written for the FSU Marching Chiefs. Winds written by Dr. Chandler Wilson, with Percussion by Eric Levy.

Hurricane Season & Do Whatcha Wanna - Drumline Only

A sample of an arrangement of Industry Baby by Lil' Nas X. Winds by Dr. Chandler Wilson, and Percussion by Eric Levy.

Industry Baby - Marching Band Arrangement

Friend Like Me - FSU Marching Chiefs - Marching Band Arrangement

An arrangement of the hit Separate Ways by Journey, performed by the Florida State University (FSU) Marching Chiefs Marching Band. The winds arrangement is by Dr. Chandler Wilson, with percussion composed by Eric Levy.

Separate Ways - FSU Marching Chiefs - Marching Band Arrangement

CLIMB - FSU Marching Chiefs - Marching Band Composition

An arrangement of Oompa Loompa from the hit movie "Charlie and The Chocolate Factory", performed by the Florida State University (FSU) Marching Chiefs Marching Band. The winds arrangement is by Dr. Chandler Wilson, with percussion composed by Eric Levy.

Oompa Loompa - FSU Marching Chiefs - Marching Band Arrangement

A marching band arrangement of "Conga" made famous by Latin music superstar Gloria Estefan and the Miami Sound Machine! Winds arranged by Dr. Chandler Wilson, with percussion composed by Eric Levy.

Conga - Marching Band Arrangement

A reduced version of the Eric Whitacre piece "Lux Aurumque" written for marching band. Wind parts arranged by Chandler Wilson, Percussion by Eric Levy. Draft version missing various pit segments.

Lux Aurumque (Marching Band Version) by Chandler Wilson

Orange Grove Trot - El Baterista de Florida - by Eric Levy

Alligator Alley - El Baterista de Florida - by Eric Levy

Fort Everglades - El Baterista de Florida - by Eric Levy

Biscayne Bay - El Baterista de Florida- by Eric Levy

The first movement of The Right, Ideals and Reality, opens the production with a musical exploration of identity, contrast, and transformation. Combining iconic American themes such as the National Anthem with poignant motivic material from Movement for Rosa, this movement presents a landscape where tradition and introspection coexist — where bold ideas are introduced, questioned, and reshaped.

The Right - Movement 1 - Marching Band Show Production

The second movement of "The Right" marching band show production entitled "Refusal", captures the friction, unrest, and quiet resistance that defined a critical moment in the historical arc of The Right. Drawing on a strikingly dissonant and emotionally charged excerpt from Movement for Rosa, this section embodies the growing tension that follows the injustice explored in the first movement — a musical reflection of both societal oppression and personal resolve.

The Right - Movement 2 - Marching Band Show Production

The third movement of "The Right" is a solemn yet resolute turning point in the show — a reflective meditation on the struggles endured in the pursuit of equality, and a hopeful vision of what still lies ahead. Musically centered around We Shall Overcome, this movement blends the emotional depth of the Civil Rights anthem with thematic elements drawn from America the Beautiful, reinterpreting both as symbols of resilience and aspiration rather than passive nostalgia.

The Right Movement 3 - Marching Band Show Production

The story begins in light. Hope, anticipation, and unity fill the air as the promise of a shared future takes shape. This moment reflects purity and belief—the calm before the fracture. The world feels whole, untouched by loss, and love exists without question.

Yet even in this serenity, destiny quietly turns. What is meant to be eternal is suddenly fragile, and paradise stands unknowingly on the edge of collapse.

Paradise Lost - Part 1 "The Promise" - Marching Band Show Production

Redemption - Part 1 - 2025 Version

The horizon stretches endlessly as the journey begins. The shore fades behind, not with fear, but with purpose. This opening chapter captures the moment of departure—when courage outweighs certainty and the unknown feels full of possibility. The sea is vast and untested, but the call to explore is stronger than hesitation.

There is unity in direction and belief in what lies ahead. Each wave passed reinforces commitment, and each mile traveled affirms the choice to leave familiarity behind. The voyage is not yet tested, but its promise is undeniable. The adventure has begun, and the ocean opens itself as both guide and challenge.

Across The Seas - Part 1 "The Voyage Begins" - Marching Band Show Production

The surface world fades as the journey turns inward. Beneath the waves lies a realm of stillness, beauty, and reflection—where time seems suspended and the sea reveals its gentler nature. Here, motion slows and awareness deepens, allowing the crew to experience the ocean not as an obstacle, but as a living, breathing presence.

Light filters softly through the water, illuminating a sense of wonder and calm. The sea becomes a mirror, reflecting vulnerability, awe, and quiet connection. This moment of tranquility is not an escape from the journey, but a reminder of why it began: to understand, to feel, and to be transformed by the depths we dare to explore.

Across The Seas - Part 2 "Beneath the Waves" - Marching Band Show Production

Without warning, the sea reveals its true power. The calm shatters as storm clouds gather and the waters rise, testing every ounce of resolve. Waves crash with relentless force, and the vastness that once inspired wonder now demands survival. This is the moment where preparation meets reality.

Yet within the chaos, strength emerges. Unity replaces fear, and determination cuts through the storm. The crew does not conquer the sea—they endure it, learning that triumph is not found in dominance, but in resilience. As the storm breaks and the horizon reappears, the journey stands complete—not because the ocean was tamed, but because its challenge was met together.

Across The Seas - Part 3 "The Tempest’s Triumph" - Marching Band Show Production

InnTrapped - Part 2 "Do Not Disturb" - Time begins to slow to a crawl. The motel begins to reveal its true nature—not through force, but through manipulation. Comfort becomes routine, routine becomes dependence, and dependence becomes confinement. What once felt welcoming now feels watched, controlled, and impossible to escape.

Familiar melodies twist into something unfamiliar, mirroring the growing realization that this place operates on its own rules. The walls close in, choices narrow, and the line between reality and illusion blurs. Leaving is discussed, imagined, even attempted—but the truth is undeniable: checking out was never part of the plan.

InnTrapped - Part 2 "Do Not Disturb" - Marching Band Show Production

Inntrapped  - Part 3 "You Can Never Leave" - The final movement strips away all illusion. Judgment arrives not with chaos, but with certainty. The motel is no longer a place—it is a sentence. Escape is no longer feared or hoped for; it is simply impossible.

The weight of inevitability settles in as resistance fades. What remains is confrontation with fate itself, where fear gives way to acceptance and stillness replaces struggle. The road does not continue. The doors do not open. The vacancy sign glows—not as an invitation, but as a reminder that some places are never meant to be left.

Inntrapped  - Part 3 "You Can Never Leave" - Marching Band Show Production

Inntrapped  - Part 1 "Vacancy" - The journey begins on an empty stretch of highway, where movement feels endless and the promise of escape still exists. The motel appears not as a threat, but as a momentary refuge—a place to pause, reset, and continue forward. There is confidence in motion, belief in choice, and comfort in the idea that this stop is temporary.

Beneath the surface, however, something feels slightly off. Familiar signs glow just a little too long, and the road behind seems harder to remember. The energy of departure remains strong, but the first seeds of doubt are quietly planted. The sign reads Vacancy—and nothing about that feels dangerous… yet.

Inntrapped  - Part 1 "Vacancy" - Marching Band Show Production

The journey descends into the underworld—a realm shaped by volatility, weight, and inner reckoning. Fire and shadow dominate, and the path forward grows uncertain. Each step tests resolve as doubt presses inward.

Amid the darkness, moments of reflection emerge. Echoes of faith, memory, and longing surface through Russian Christmas Music, offering brief reminders of the world above. These fragments of light do not erase the danger—but they sustain hope. The watchman’s call searches the horizon for dawn, even as the night feels endless.

Paradise Lost - Part 3 "Descent Into the Shadows" - Marching Band Show Production

At the heart of the underworld, love confronts destiny. This final chapter is not about domination, but conviction. Passion and sacrifice collide as devotion is tested beyond reason.

Love does not escape unscarred—but it endures. Whether through reunion or transformation, the journey proves that paradise is not a place, but a promise upheld through courage. What was once innocent emerges forged, deeper, and unbreakable.

Paradise Lost - Part 4 "Love Defies Fate" - Marching Band Show Production

VERY Early draft of a marching band show entitled "Breathe" Movement 1-Inhale..... Draft is using old sound fonts, updated version coming soon!

Inhale (Early Draft)

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