{"product_id":"smit-june-bug","title":"Smit-June Bug-M","description":"\u003cp\u003eAndrew Smit wrote June Bug in anticipation of the birth of his daughter, with the title referring to a June birth date. He intends for the piece to “commemorate the start of her learning how to do everything.” So, much of the musical inspiration is derived from nursery songs; the main rhythmic motif is meant to mimic the baby babble of “dada” or “mama.”\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe piece is very simple, with a straightforward melody and repeating ostinato. Only two techniques are used throughout: double vertical strokes and single independent strokes. Basic interval changes are also explored, ranging from 4ths to 6ths. It’s an ideal etude for percussionists who are early in their four-mallet development!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eJune Bug ships as a printed, professionally bound folio with a full-color cover.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNumber of players: 1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDifficulty: Elementary\/intermediate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstrumentation: Marimba (4.3 octave)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Steve Weiss Music","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43826925797430,"sku":"TSPCS21-014","price":11.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0563\/3055\/1350\/files\/smit-june-bug-m.jpg?v=1773509438","url":"https:\/\/www.steveweissmusic.com\/products\/smit-june-bug","provider":"Steve Weiss Music","version":"1.0","type":"link"}