Happy Camper Blues, The

Price: 
$44.00

Happy Camper Blues, The

Arranger/Composer: 

Morgan, Tom

Item Code:
19330
Publisher: 
C. Alan Publications

Solo Vibraphone Feature

Feature a student soloist or bring in a pro for this rockin' fun vibraphone feature for percussion ensemble. The vibe part includes a written-out solo, but the performer is encouraged to follow the basic 12-bar blues chord progression and burn up the bars!

Program Notes

Written for the opening concert of the 7th Annual Northeast Kansas Total Percussion Camp at Washburn, University, The Happy Camper Blues is a rock n’ roll style blues in B-flat that features the vibes. A written-out vibraphone solo is included but the player should feel to improvise. The drum set part is also written out, but it is only a suggestion and the player should embellish as needed. The bass part can be played on a 5-octave marimba or on electric bass guitar. The solo section could be opened up to allow other soloists to perform if desired. This fun tune should be played with a lot of energy and with a strong groove. Have fun and be happy!

- Tom Morgan

Grade Level: 3
Copyright: 2012
Number of Players: 8-9
Duration: 3:00

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Sample PDF

  • happycamper.pdf

    • Instrumentation

    Solo Vibraphone
    Bells
    Xylophone
    Vibraphone
    Marimba 1 (4-octave)
    Marimba 2 (5-octave)
    Drum Set
    Auxiliary Percussion (Congas, Cowbell)