This is arranged in rhythmic, syncopated waltz tempo sections, in addition to a lush tutti section, all using jazz harmonies. The melody is mostly assigned to Clarinet 1. Slight tempo changes, a rubato
In this up-tempo, rhythmically fun piece, there are many tempo and key changes. The jazz harmonized melody is passed around, giving the solo to clarinet 4 and bass clarinet in one section. This is an
Staccato rhythms, accented notes and dynamic contrasts give the familiar themes from "Carmen" plenty of expression, drama and flair! Scored for four clarinets and bass clarinet.
This is one of Fillmore's early marches and reflects his varied experiences while he was touring as a circus musician with five different big top shows. To be played at a fast tempo.
Hang on! This is an art piece telling a story of driving through a big city with its main thoroughfares, dark alleys, and neon bright light districts. The challenges include intonation, rhythmic stability,
Hold on to your hat! This high-energy encore features the first clarinet as soloist at high speed while the rest of the ensemble do their best to keep up! Audiences will be dazzled by the flurry of flying
This unique, delightful arrangement of the Haydn Concerto for Trumpet accompanied by bassoon ensemble was first performed by trumpeter, John Hagstrom, of the Chicago Symphony with the Sooner
The Overture from the opera which contains the famous Waltz. Some challenging passages in all the parts.
Beautifully written in a chorale style using jazz harmonies in three different keys, this arrangement's challenge is intonation. The quintet also has an opportunity to be very expressive.
Here is an opportunity to learn how to swing a clarinet quintet! This features clarinet 1, with a brief solo in clarinet 2. The challenges are listening carefully to playing in tune in a jazz setting, and
An energetic, lyrical solo, written for Claude Smith's daughter, Pam, and easily accessible to a high school or college bassoonist. Based on a lighthearted melody, the solo has some technical passages based
Features the Bass Clarinet. Best if performed with Golliwogg's Cake Walk as a two-movement selection from the Children's Corner.
The presto tempo and the buoyant wave of persistent eighth notes leave the listener engaged and at the edge of their seats in this breathless and exciting overture. Classical music at its best - a perfect
Not really intended to be played in one minute but to be played at a vigorous tempo. All parts have solo passages.