Opus 4

This recent adaptation by bassist Boris Koslov presents the marvelous Mingus composition in a rich setting containing a variety of musical styles. Opening in a quasi-classical style, the piece quickly shifts to a straight ahead swing tempo with angular horn riffs and creative melodies - characteristically Mingus! The rhythmic groove alternates between swing and a 6/8 feel, and there are solo opportunities for trumpet and trombone.

Instrumentation: * 1 - Conductor Score (Full Score) * 1 - Alto Saxophone 1 * 1 - Alto Saxophone 2 * 1 - Tenor Saxophone 1 * 1 - Tenor Saxophone 2 * 1 - Baritone Saxophone * 1 - Trumpet 1 * 1 - Trumpet 2 * 1 - Trumpet 3 * 1 - Trombone 1 * 1 - Trombone 2 * 1 - Tuba * 1 - Piano * 1 - Bass * 1 - Drum