Swing (Digital Copy) Size:Digital Copy

Swing (Digital Copy) Size:Digital CopyPerformance Notes SWING is a mid tempo piece, featuring a classic swing beat. This piece is best suited for intermediate to high school level ensembles. Rhythmically, SWING consists of , and whole rests, notes, 1 8th notes (groups of 2 and 4) and rests and 1 8th triplets. Brushes are seldom used in percussion ensembles; therefore, this is the perfect piece for their extended use. The introduction is the familiar doorbell chime which is also featured

this number was designed for use in any music class using repeated patterns for easy learning with all parts equal in difficulty

the shouting of “Wait”

The sky’s the limit on a topic

concert-style setting

similar to letter A

Rolls may be open or closed

and has attributes that make it ideal for the high school level

the sonic complexion completely changes: snare drums parts are performed mostly on the rims

This is a wonderful number for your students and your audience with a surprise ending that brings the last measure in line with the title of this piece

At letter B each part becomes sparse

limited rehearsal time for the director and the performer

5-stroke roll