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Our Calypso - Brandon Dittgen [DIGITAL SET]
Genre: Steel Band
# of Players: Standard
Level: Medium | Duration: 2:00
Publisher: C. Alan Publications | Copyright: 2020
Download mp3 | Click on images to left for score sample
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$32.00
Item #:
27590D
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Notes & Instrumentation
Our Calypso is an original composition written for steel pan ensemble in celebration of the community of pan players around the world. Easily adaptable for any style pan, this work is an excellent choice for two or more ensembles to combine and perform together.
Genre: Steel Band | # of Players: Standard
Level: Medium | Duration: 2:00
Instrumentation
Lead/Tenor
Double Seconds
Guitar/Cello
Tenor Bass
Bass
Drum Set
Engine Room: Brake Drum, Toc-Toc (Woodblock/Jam Block)
Congas
Program Notes
Our Calypso is an original composition written for steel pan ensemble in celebration of the community of pan players around the world. Easily adaptable for any style pan, this work is an excellent choice for two or more ensembles to combine and perform together.All pan parts may be doubled as desired. The Tenor-Bass part may also be performed on electric bass.
A "Toc-Toc" is a small woodblock. A Temple or Jam Block may be used. Claves or a small Cowbell can also be substituted for desired color.
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Product Reviews
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Percussive Notes New Literature Review
Brandon Dittgen has produced another great piece for a younger steel drum band. “Our Calypso” captures the essence of traditional pieces in this style. The main theme is very reminiscent of “Jump in the Line,” using the arpeggiation and syncopated rhythms. Written for the traditional steel band setup, this piece would work well for groups of any size, from one on a part to larger ensembles. The engine room parts are very traditional; however, there is room to add more if the director feels it necessary. The fun and simple melody will prove to get audiences moving and possibly even singing along. This work will help the younger steel band grow in their knowledge of musical styles. This calypso is short, but very much in the traditional style, allowing groups to be successful.
Josh Armstrong
Percussive Notes
Vol. 59, No. 6, December 2021 Josh Armstrong on Jul 6th 2022
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