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"Dutch Roll"
| GENERAL INFORMATION | |
|---|---|
| Title | Dutch Roll |
| Composer | F.G.J. Absil |
| Instrum. | Theatre Band |
| Date | 11 November 2001 |
| Duration | 5'00 |
| Style | Rock & Roll |
| Key | C |
| Meter | 4/4 |
| Measures | 119 |
| Tempo | 120 BPM |
| Grade | 2 |
FULL INSTRUMENTATION
- Flute 1-2, Oboe, Bb Clarinet 1-2;
- Alto Saxophone 1-2, Tenor Saxophone;
- Trumpet 1-2-3, Trombone, Baritone 1-2;
- Keyboard 1 (Marimba), Keyboard 2 (Strings, Brass);
- Cello;
- Rhythm Guitar, Electric guitar, Bass Guitar, Drums;
- Percussion (congas, tambourine).
NOTES FOR THE PERFORMER
Dutch Roll is the title of this easy piece in Rock & Roll style. The title also refers to one of the lateral dynamic eigenmodes of airplanes, whose motion looks similar to a Dutch ice-skater. Harmonically, this piece is a slightly modified blues sequence, with bass and rhythm guitar playing patterns in parallel 10ths and rhythmically locking in with the rocking drum set. The melodic theme is full of blue notes, supported by rhythmic sax and brass accents. After unison ensemble transitions, there is room for ad lib choruses (with optional repeats).