Commissioned by Richard and Delilah Rudolph for the Quest School of Music, this piece was designed as a vehicle to teach various Caribbean styles. It's like having 4 tunes in 1! The thematic
material is arranged in 4 different variations: so ... (Read More)
A happy tune dedicated to my daughter that weaves its way between calypso, soca and rock styles. The piece features a short optional solo section and some challenging lines for the leads
during the chorus section. The remaining parts are fa ... (Read More)
Dedicated to Cliff Alexis, this composition switches between the Samba and Soca styles. Simple changes make this a great vehicle for beginning improvisers.
Duration: 2:58
Style: Samba/Soca
Level: medium-easy
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Fresh shrimp are fried in a batter made of eggs, flour, salt, pepper, and coconut flakes. This tune is an uptempo calypso based on the chord changes to Gershwin's
"I Got Rhythm." The double seconds and guitars get to play mel ... (Read More)
This arrangment begins in a traditional chorale style and then transitions into a calypso feel.
Duration: 3:40
Style: chorale/calypso
Level: medium-easy
Personnel: 5+
Instrumentation: tenor pan (lead), ... (Read More)
A "bomb" arrangement of the famous Franz Lizst composition featuring a lead pan soloist. Many people will recognize this piece from the famous Bugs Bunny cartoon "Rhapsody Rabbit." The tempo
increases throughout generating excitement to the ... (Read More)
A "bomb" arrangement of the 3rd Movement of Beethoven's Septet, Op. 20 in a Soca style. This arrangement is attainable for less experienced ensembles and provides each section with a feature
moment.
Duration: 3:18
Styl ... (Read More)
Commissioned by Richard and Delilah Rudolph of the Quest Academy, this piece traces the musical evolution of the pan in 3 movements: 1. Tamboo Bamboo/Metal and Tin, 2. Old Time Pan, 3. Modern
Steel Band
The Tamboo Bamboo/Meta ... (Read More)
Chunks of fresh pineapple are marinated in various spices including lime juice, chadon bene (similar to cilantro), garlic, salt, pepper, and hot peppers in this Trini recipe. This tune is a
catchy soca in F major and is a great choice for le ... (Read More)
A "bomb" arrangement of Schubert's classic in a Soca style. This arrangement is inspired by an Invaders version recorded on An Enchanted Evening arranged by Anthony Prospect
and is attainable for less experienced ensembles.
D ... (Read More)
An upbeat holiday medley including Deck the Halls, Jolly Old St. Nicholas, Jingle Bells, and Joy to the World. This flexible arrangement can be performed as written, or as short individual pieces
for less experienced ensembles. It can also b ... (Read More)
This simple tune has just enough twists and turns to keep it interesting. The accessible rhythms and chord structure make this a great choice to introduce the soca rhythm to your band.
Duration: 1:55
Style: soca
Lev ... (Read More)
Duration: 1:52
Style: calypso
Level: easy
Personnel:5+
Instrumentation: tenor pan (lead), double tenors (optional), double seconds, triple guitars, bass pans. The engine room parts include drumset and three optional p ... (Read More)
A "bomb" arrangement of the Christmas classic. Includes a timbale feature.
Duration: 2:08
Style: soca
Level: medium
Personnel:8+
Instrumentation: tenor pan (lead), double tenors,
double seconds, tr ... (Read More)