The MinorSaur

The Minorsaur was written for the beginning band that has limited range, note and articulation skills but still want a "Real" piece of sheet music to prepare and perform. We can learn that by adding a note to our Bb concert scale that we can explore music in a Minor key. To do it we have the help of The MinorSaur! Reachable ranges with simple articulations and excitement from the percussion section make this a fun way to learn new things! A dramatic introduction and easy woodwind theme help set up the powerful passages from the low voices. Timpani, Tubular Bells and Snare Drum flams help to grow a young percussion section while dynamic and articulation contrasts challengs the winds. There is even an opportunity to learn about the DS al Coda roadmap. The MinorSaur will be a band favorite from the first rehearsal to the final performance!

Instrumentation

Flute, Oboe, Clarinet 1, Clarinet 2, Bass Clar, Bassoon, Alto Sax 1, Alto Sax 2, Tenor Sax, Bari Sax, Trumpet 1, Trumpet 2, Horn in F, Trombone 1, Trombone 2, Euphonium, Euphonium Treble Clef, Tuba, Timpani, Tubular Bells, Glockenspiel, Xylophone, Snare Drum, Bass Drum, Crash Cymbals