The Happy Camper Blues - Tom Morgan [DIGITAL SCORE]

Feature a student soloist or bring in a pro for this rockin' fun vibraphone feature for percussion ensemble. The vibe part includes a written-out solo, but the performer is encouraged to follow the basic 12-bar blues chord progression and burn up the bars!

Genre: Solo Vibraphone with Percussion Ensemble | # of Players: 8-9
Level: Medium | Duration: 3:00

Instrumentation
Solo Vibraphone
Bells
Xylophone
Vibraphone
Marimba 1 (4-octave)
Marimba 2 (5-octave)
Drum Set
Auxiliary Percussion (Congas, Cowbell)

Program Notes
Written for the opening concert of the 7th Annual Northeast Kansas Total Percussion Camp at Washburn, University, The Happy Camper Blues is a rock n’ roll style blues in B-flat that features the vibes. A written-out vibraphone solo is included but the player should feel to improvise. The drum set part is also written out, but it is only a suggestion and the player should embellish as needed. The bass part can be played on a 5-octave marimba or on electric bass guitar. The solo section could be opened up to allow other soloists to perform if desired. This fun tune should be played with a lot of energy and with a strong groove. Have fun and be happy!

- Tom Morgan