The Country Club Stomp!: Percussion 1
By JaRod Hall
Grade: 3
Item: 98-PC-DB1876_PC1
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Description
Experience a New Orleans vibe with this exciting, parade-inspired crowd pleaser! A celebration of music, life, and love, this piece has an infectious rhythmic groove and spirited melody. Elements of jazz occur throughout, and there is strong reference to the West African circle dances from which this music evolved. Stellar writing that is fun, catchy, informative, and spirited! (3:00)
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Additional Details
Series:
FJH Concert Band
Publisher:
The FJH Music Company, Inc.
SKU:
98-PC-DB1876_PC1
More about this title
About the Composer: JaRod Hall
JaRod Hall brings a distinctive voice to concert band literature shaped by deep roots in both classical and contemporary wind music. Born in 1991, he earned his bachelor's degree in music education from the University of North Texas and his master's from Texas State University, studying composition with Dr. Michael Ippolito and Dr. Jack Wilds while developing conducting skills under Dr. Nicholas Williams and Dr. Caroline Beatty. His performance credentials span principal positions with the Texas State Wind Symphony and the North Texas Wind Symphony, plus rare distinctions including four consecutive years on the Texas All-State Band (2007-2010) and a principal chair in the state jazz ensemble.
Hall's eight years as a band director produced consistently high-performing ensembles, including a 2018 middle school band that became the first in Frisco ISD history to earn the state Citation of Excellence. His compositions have secured places on the Texas Prescribed Music List, J.W. Pepper's Editor's Choice selections, and the Bandworld Top 100. His brass choir "Silver Fanfare" won the 2020 Dallas Winds Call for Fanfares, while his grade 2 work "Through the Storm" received the 2021 Barbara Buehlman Prize for middle school band.
Why we love this
Hall captures the infectious energy of New Orleans street music without sacrificing solid musical writing or pedagogical value. The piece moves beyond novelty through its deliberate incorporation of West African rhythmic traditions and jazz vocabulary, giving students something genuinely interesting to learn rather than just play. Audiences consistently respond to its groove and spirit, making it an ideal closer that leaves crowds smiling.
What to expect
The piece radiates New Orleans warmth and celebration, with a syncopated groove that immediately captures attention. Spirited melodies dance over a rhythmic foundation rooted in West African circle dance traditions, creating music that feels both joyful and musically coherent.
Who it's for
This work fits Grade 3 bands looking for engaging concert material with real musical substance. Directors seeking novelty pieces that actually teach musicianship will find a piece that excels both programmatically and educationally.
How to get the most out of it
- Lock the rhythmic pulse early in rehearsal. The parade feel depends on a steady, confident groove from the percussion section and low brass. Invest time in ensemble precision around syncopated figures before layering melody parts.
- Highlight the melodic voices without letting them overpower the rhythmic foundation. Balance solo lines and countermelodies so the piece maintains its forward motion rather than becoming cluttered.
- Lean into the jazz vocabulary throughout. Encourage slight swing feels and articulation choices that reflect the style references rather than treating all eighth notes identically.
- Allow the piece to breathe during any sectional moments. The writing invites natural phrasing; avoid mechanical metronomic playing that would kill the celebratory character.
How to use it
Program this as a concert closer or a stand-alone feature that demonstrates your band's range beyond traditional concert fare. Its accessible Grade 3 difficulty and three-minute duration make it ideal for spring concerts where you want to showcase both musicianship and ensemble spirit.
Skills your students will build
- Reading syncopated rhythms and swing figures
- Understanding jazz articulation and phrasing conventions
- Balancing independent melodic lines within a rhythmic groove
- Recognizing and performing West African rhythmic influences in contemporary band music