Ed Roseman

Heavy rock metal style composition Optional precussion breaks Chords in C Dorian mode (notes of Bb), few accidentals Clarinets do not cross the break

A regal fanfare is followed by lyrical melodies and robust dances Contrapuntal section teaches independent playing 2nd clarinets cross the break; optional part allows more advanced players to play hig...

Contemporary sounding composition Introduction to tone clusters and chordal juxtaposition Clarinets do not cross the break; optional above the break part

Easy variations on the traditional American folksong-Michael, Row the Boat Ashore Clarinets do not cross the break; optional part that does the break for better players 1st Trumpet's highest note is D

Bold sounding composition Clarinets do not cross the break 1st trumpet's highest note is D#

Written in the Phrygian mode (Bb key) No accidentals Rhythm only has whole, half and quarter notes Sounds like an adventure movie theme, with a spectacular ending. 1st trumpet's highest note is D

Written in the minor mode of C (in key of Bb) Rhythm includes only whole, half and quarter notes (percussion has some eight notes) 1st trumpet's highest note is A

All sections share the melody Humorous and quirky use of harmonies Chorus section includes syncopated quarter note patterns Contrasting middle chorale section is a traditional treatment of Blessing of...

traditional Jewish melody