Baroque in Swing is another of the popular "Seven Songs for Vibraphone" performed and recorded by John Mark Piper. With its bouncy intro and rapid patters of rapid 16ths, this piece is a challenge and an opportunity for serious vibraphonists to display their skills.

A challenging arrangement of the old traditional tune, including a section which shows off the performer's improvisatory skills, this one is sure to be a favorite with performers and audience alike. (Piper's concert performances of "Amazing Grace" have unfailingly brought down the house!)

More reflective in character than 'Baroque in Swing', 'Dreams' asks the vibraphonist to shape flowing melodic lines through subtle dynamic variations. Dampening skills are essential! As with all the "Seven Songs," the vibraphonist is also given the opportunity to improvise. May be performed as a solo or with rhythm section.

Another of John Mark Piper's popular 'Seven Songs for Vibraphone', as performed by Piper in live performances and on CD.

A bright 3/4 tune in C, easier to play than most of Piper's Seven Songs. Spot would make an excellent jury piece for the developing vibraphonist.

A slower, more introspective composition than 'Spring Valley Kids', 'Just a Step Away' offers the performer the opportunity to shape the composition through improvisation.

A charming, lively solo, 'Spring Valley Kids' may be performed either by vibraphone alone or with optional rhythm section accompaniment (lead sheet included).

Conflicting Goodbyes, as the title suggests, has a lyrical, introspective melody, requiring the soloist to play expressively and with attention to tonal and dynamic nuances. A lovely piece!