Blume'n Cuban
Arranger/Composer: Jeffrey Nearpass
Item Code: 07810
Publisher: C. Alan Publications
Marimba Feature
This feature for marimba soloist(s) and Latin percussion ensemble gives several players the opportunity to shine - from offering the solo part to as many players as you like to opening the Latin percussion parts up to improvised solos. Excellent pop tune to close out your next concert!
Grade Level: 3
Copyright: 2002
Number of Players: Solo + 6 Percussion & Electric Bass
Duration: 9:00
Type: Octet; With Soloist
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Instrumentation
Solo Marimba (4.3-octave) - As many playing the solo part as possible
Bass
Congas
Bongos
Timbales
African Cowbell
Amadinda Xylophone (2 players) - This instrument is tuned to a pentatonic scale with a range of 2-1/2 octaves. The instrument has large bars which are played with a 1/2-inch dowel rod on the edge of the bar while seated. You may substitute a marimba for these parts