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Collection |
Ken McCoy Music Scores |
Object ID |
2022.3.14 |
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Music, Sheet |
Title |
Princess Leia's Theme |
Description |
Princess Leia's Theme was written by John Williams for the movie Star Wars. In 1978, it was arranged by Ken McCoy for the US Army Field Band presumably under Maj. Samuel J. Fricano. Ken McCoy graduated from Greenville High School in Greenville, Ohio. After earning his degree in music education, he taught instrumental music for four years in public schools. In 1977, he accepted a position with the United States Field Band as a staff arranger and eventually was promoted to Chief Arranger. McCoy's arrangements and compositions have been performed in all 50 US states and several foreign countries. In 1995, he joined the Ohio State University Marching Band Staff and arranged at least one full half time show per year for the band culminating with his 23rd show in 2017. Ken McCoy passed away January 11, 2018. |
Search Terms |
Ken McCoy Maj. Samuel J. Fricano 1978 Film Score Star Wars US Army Field Band John Williams Princess Leia's Theme |