Description
Inject a dose of pure fun and high-energy excitement into your program with J.T. Dodd’s arrangement of Josef Strauss’ Firebell Polka. This lighthearted and rhythmic work is a masterclass in the Viennese polka style, featuring the “galloping” pulse and playful sound effects that delighted 19th-century audiences. Dodd translates the orchestral original into the brass medium with great success, demanding crisp articulation and a shared sense of wit from the entire ensemble. It is an ideal “light” concert selection or encore, guaranteed to get the audience tapping their toes. Firebell Polka provides a burst of musical humor and high-spirited drive that is sure to be a crowd-pleaser.