David Marlatt

Groovy Vamp (Score & Parts) (Eighth Note Publications) David Marlatt

This tune is a fun piece for 6 trumpets built upon simple jazz backgrounds gradually layering more and more voices. It is not too difficult and would require a minimum of rehearsal to put together (you will need a decent lead player on the top line). It is suggested by the composer to have Trumpet 6 perform on flugel horn. This would add a different colour to the bass line. Groovy Vamp can be performed with or without percussion and a full drum set could also be used rather than just a high hat.