Tangents David J. Long

Band
Number of Players:Standard
Copyright:2000
Flute 1/2
Oboe (optional)
Bassoon (optional)
Clarinet 1/2
Bass Clarinet (optional)
Alto Saxophone 1/2
Tenor Saxophone
Baritone Saxophone
Trumpet 1/2
F Horn
Trombone
Baritone
Tuba
Timpani (3 drums)
Percussion 1 (bells, xylophone)
Percussion 2/3 (snare drum, bass drum, triangle, tambourine)
Percussion 4 (crash cymbals, suspended cymbal, tambourine)
Tangents is a clever theme and variations based on a theme in the Lydian mode. Variations include presentations in Ionian, Phrygian, Dorian, and Aeolian modes. David J. long has created beautiful melodies and textures in the context of a masterful composition.