Smith, J.B.-Choice-M (4.3 oct)

Choice by J. B. Smith is a four mallet solo scored for 4.3 octave marimba. After an improvisatory opening, this solo moves into an energetic dance-like section in 6/8. The performer is required to play polyrhythms between hands as if the music can't decide whether it is in 6/8 or 2/4. It then dies down into a final solemn rolled section to conclude the piece.