Almighty God, Father of freedom, Author of the blessings of liberty; we thank you for the great company of Ancient musicians who in their several generations have been instruments in the search for human dignity and messengers in the pursuit of happiness; we commend all who have marched before us into Your safe keeping, seeking for ourselves such wisdom and understanding as may strengthen us as citizens of a free society, inspiring in others a like desire by our music and example; we ask Your protection for fifers and drummers throughout the land and the hope of your Divine Providence for all men. Amen.

The Company of Fifers & Drummers is pleased to announce the release of two books by John J. McDonagh:

• Fife & Drum Band Compositions and Arrangements
• Advanced Fifing Compositions and Arrangements

Always a special event, Jaybird Day had the unprecedented honor of also acting as a book release party. It was at Jaybird day these long awaited books by the legendary John J. McDonagh were unveiled and became available to the fife & drum community and musicians throughout the world. The McDonagh Books are available through The Company Store.

A special thank you to John J. McDonagh for sharing this music, and to Frank Keenan for all of his hard work to make these books become a reality!