Mean Man’s March (with solo xylophone)

Description

Orfaly, Alex

Mean Man’s March is a xylophone showcase inspired by events at the composer’s local dog park in Belmont, MA. It’s a sunny and crisp Fall New England day, dogs play at the park, the mean man marches on to the field, chaos ensues, after much a do, the man finally retreats slamming his car door behind.

Program Notes: Mean Man’s March is a xylophone showcase inspired by events at my local dog park in Belmont, MA. It’s a sunny and crisp Fall New England day, dogs play at the park, the mean man marches on to the field, chaos ensues, after much a do, the man finally retreats slamming his car door behind.Even though written mostly in a minor key, an element of silliness should be present. Any accented passing half-steps or other oddities should always be brought out. The middle 5/8 section should only be slightly slower. -A.O.

Grade: 4.5
Duration: 5’00”