Dance Suite No. 4 by Peter R Birkby

For an ensemble of 8 players with optional 9,10,11 and 12 player parts. Commissioned by the Garnock Academy in Scotland the piece was composed for an intermediate standard ensemble with the optional parts being elementary standard. Main instruments are xylophone, vibraphone, marimba, timpani (4), drum kit, congas, floor tom tom, bass drum, snare drum, whistles, cymbals, hand percussion.(glock. and bells). Approximately 16 minutes of music in 7 movements; Fanfare For Tambourines, Tango, Swing, Waltz, Tribal Dance, Latin Mix and Jig.