Agua de Beber by Antonio Jobim and Vinicius de Moraes is a classic Brazilian bossa nova, arranged nicely for a small percussion ensemble by Ralph Hicks. This piece is a great introduction to the wonderful world of latin music for a group of 7-12 players.
Some aspects of improvised music are hinted at through the music - vamping on chords, optional solos, as well as a part for the bass guitar. It will be a welcome change to the regular fare of the beginning percussion music. The piece comes with a full, bound score and a data CD that contains an audio recording and digital copies of each part.
Difficulty: Easy +
Duration: 2:25
Instrumentation:
- Player 1: Bells
- Player 2: Vibraphone
- Player 3: Xylophone
- Player 4: 4.3-Octave Marimba (shared w/5 & 6)
- Player 5: 4.3-Octave Marimba (shared w/4 & 6)
- Player 6: 4.3-Octave Marimba (shared w/4 & 5)
- Player 7: Drum Set (Snare, Hi Hats, Bass)
- Player 8 (Optional): Congas
- Player 9 (Optional): Shaker, Cowbell
- Player 10 (Optional): Guiro
- Player 11 (Optional): Bass Guitar
