The Tubby Butcher is a vibrant and fresh take on a classic brass piece.
 
The composer writes: 'For several years I used to play school concerts around Houston with our brass quintet. We followed a familiar formula; showing the kids how the instruments work and have a feature piece for each one. The tuba player played The Happy Farmer from Robert Schumann’s Album für die Jugend, a very dull arrangement of a dull piece. It bugged me so much I had to come up with something more exciting, hence The Tubby Butcher. Friends of mine have played this and tried to set speed records - I like it a little bit slower with a more 60s vibe, like the video we made with the Gothenburg Opera low brass (featured below). Straight 8s, not swing. Drums are not required but a welcome addition. There is an optional 2nd trombone part if needed.'
 
To view a video of the piece featuring Gothenburg Opera low brass please visit: www.youtube.com/watch?v=H5kf_uWVnxo
 
Difficulty Level: Medium
 
Duration: approx. 2.00 minutes 
 
PDF download includes parts and score.
 
Sheet music available at www.brassband.co.uk (UK) or www.cimarronmusic.com (USA)
 
Instrumentation:
Trumpet 1-2
French Horn (additional Eb Tenor Horn part provided)
Trombone 1-2 (2nd part optional) (parts provided in bass clef & Bb treble clef)
Tuba B.C. (additional parts provided in Eb & Bb treble clef)