Adagio and Dance was commissioned by and dedicated to the 1996 Guilford County Middle School Honor Band in Greensboro, North Carolina. The slow mysterious first section is contrasted with a bright and playful dance section featuring driving rhythmic ostinatos and energetic melodic passages. The scoring allows for young bands to achieve a full and mature ensemble sound that makes the piece exciting for both listeners and performers.
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