Alfred 00-21404 Time to Spare - Music Book
Alfred Music Publishing is the worlds largest educational music publisher. Alfred produces educational, reference, pop, and performance materials for teachers, students, professionals, and hobbyists spanning every musical instrument, style, and difficulty level. A check of the time signature-5/4-and one can tell that the title of this piece is slightly "tongue in cheek." The "extra" beat in each measure has a natural feel to it. The eighth notes are swung, creating a light and jazzy style. Occasional changes to + meter keep students on their toes, yet they are easy to count and play. In C minor, this well-crafted solo is a welcome addition for those who are looking for something written in a different key and meter.