Gilbert Tinner

Wingin' It!

Wingin' It! is an entertaining concert piece. It makes especially high demands on the rhythmic qualities of the band and requires exact articulation and phrasing according to the composer's instructions. After a brilliant opening, a catchy theme crystallizes while all sections take turns to come to the forefront. Based on this theme, a swing in the classic big band style, a peaceful Bossa (in which the woodwinds dominate) and a section with typical rock and funk rhythms follow. The two-step feeling closes the circle to lead to the grand finale. This composition features all the essential elements of a contest piece and provides a particular challenge in the understanding and execution of popular styles. It also offers all the facets that make a work attractive for the audience as well as the musicians.