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Richard DeRosa, who is currently the lead composition teacher at North Texas State University in Denton, Texas has composed this modal swing-funk piece that will keep your students fully interested and engaged. A haunting “ostinato bass” line provides the main groove the rhythm section. The chart features a swing/funk feel where the horns play with a swing feel over the straight feel of the rhythm section. A distinctive contemporary chart which your students and audiences will love. Features great ensemble writing and a one scale solo section makes it possible to get some new soloists playing in your band. Optional high/low 1st trumpet part is provided.