A beguine, a slow groove, and barbershop-style harmony help distinguish Fripperies, Volume 2 from the other collections in Lowell E. Shaw's horn-quartet series. The set contains Nos. 5-8, marked Beguine, Medium Fast, Slow Groove, and Barbershop Style. It offers four different ways for the same ensemble to shape rhythm and character.
The barbershop selection makes a useful contrast to the dance and groove pieces: the group can shift its attention from rhythmic lift to the alignment and balance of the harmony. Throughout the collection, Shaw's concept is a quartet that supplies its own musical momentum, not four horn parts laid over a separate rhythm section. Listening to the supporting figures is therefore as important as following the tune.
This Hornists' Nest publication, HN6, includes score and parts for four horns. It is a practical choice for ensemble coaching or lighter concert programming; compatible bass-clef parts are available separately.
Mix and match with trombone or bassoon with this sheet music here.
A beguine, a slow groove, and barbershop-style harmony help distinguish Fripperies, Volume 2 from the other collections in Lowell E. Shaw's horn-quartet series. The set contains Nos. 5-8, marked Beguine, Medium Fast, Slow Groove, and Barbershop Style. It offers four different ways for the same ensemble to shape rhythm and character.
The barbershop selection makes a useful contrast to the dance and groove pieces: the group can shift its attention from rhythmic lift to the alignment and balance of the harmony. Throughout the collection, Shaw's concept is a quartet that supplies its own musical momentum, not four horn parts laid over a separate rhythm section. Listening to the supporting figures is therefore as important as following the tune.
This Hornists' Nest publication, HN6, includes score and parts for four horns. It is a practical choice for ensemble coaching or lighter concert programming; compatible bass-clef parts are available separately.
Mix and match with trombone or bassoon with this sheet music here.