Jig for Concert Band

This work is not a traditional jig, beyond its 6/8 time signature, but does have a consistent upbeat, dance-like feel. It also encourages students to whistle, cheer, clap hands, stomp feet, and otherwise participate in the youthful, celebratory character of the music.

Genre: Band | # of Players: Standard
Level: 2 | Duration: 3:00

Instrumentation
Flute
Oboe
Bassoon
Clarinet in Bb 1
Clarinet in Bb 2
Bass Clarinet
Alto Saxophone
Tenor Saxophone
Baritone Saxophone

Trumpet in Bb 1
Trumpet in Bb 2
Horn in F
Trombone
Baritone B.C.
(Baritone T.C.)
Tuba

Timpani
Percussion 1 (Chimes, Bells)
Percussion 2 (Xylophone, Marimba – 2 players)
Percussion 3 (Snare Drum, Bass Drum)
Percussion 4 (Crash Cymbals, Hi-Hat)

Program Notes
Jig was commissioned by the Craig Middle School Band in Indianapolis, IN. The conductor, Karen Cole, asked that I write a work to exploit her large and active percussion section, along with their brand new marimba. The work is not a traditional jig, beyond its time signature, but does have a consistent upbeat, dance-like feel. It also encourages students to whistle, cheer, clap hands, stomp feet, and otherwise participate in the youthful, celebratory character of the music.

- Kimberly K. Archer