Bassoon; Concert Band (Score) - Grade 3 SKU: HL.44013085
For Bassoon (or Baritone Saxophone) and Concert Band. Composed by Philip Sparke. Anglo Music Concert Band. Classical. Softcover. Duration 410 seconds. Anglo Music Press #AMP450-140. Published by Anglo Music Press (HL.44013085). UPC: 888680737610.
Wind in the Reeds was commissioned by Deena Draycott in memory of John Watson, an army bandsman, teacher and bassoonist. Wind in theReeds is both a tribute and lasting memorial to John. The piece is largely pastoral in nature, evoking images conjured up by the 'play on words' in the title, but includes a faster central section which exploits other aspects of the character of the bassoon. Transitions between the various sections of the piece are achieved through a series of accompanied cadenzas for the soloist.