Da Vinci’s Whirlygigue
From Plank Road Publishing
by Paul JenningsThis recorder tune is a salute to Leonardo da Vinci, who drew a predecessor to our current helicopter. Part triumphal fanfare, part Medieval dance, this piece is set for two soprano recorders, an alto recorder, and orchestra. The optional second soprano recorder part only requires the notes G and A, while the equally optional alto recorder part is designed for beginning alto players and uses G, A, C, D, and E. The tune will sound fine with just the first soprano part, which uses Low E, G, A, B, C, and D. (from Music K-8, Vol. 29, No. 5)
(Run time: 1:37)
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