Cryptids

A cryptid is a creature or plant whose existence has been suggested but not discovered or documented by the scientific community. Cryptids often appear in folklore and mythology, leading to stories and unfounded belief about their existence. This three-movement character piece for wind band highlights the mythical creatures Bigfoot, Loch Ness, and the Abominable Snow Monster.

Grade Level: 5
Copyright: 2021
Number of Players: Standard
Duration: 9:30
Publisher: C. Alan Publications
Category: Concert Band

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Instrumentation

Piccolo
Flute 1
Flute 2
Oboe 1
Oboe 2
E-flat Clarinet
B-flat Clarinet 1
B-flat Clarinet 2
B-flat Clarinet 3
Bass Clarinet
Alto Saxophone 1
Alto Saxophone 2
Tenor Saxophone
Baritone Saxophone
Bassoon

F Horn 1
F Horn 2
F Horn 3
F Horn 4
B-flat Trumpet 1
B-flat Trumpet 2
B-flat Trumpet 3
Trombone 1
Trombone 2
Bass Trombone
Euphonium
B-flat Baritone T.C.
Tuba

Timpani (4 drums)
Percussion 1: Xylophone, Tam-Tam, 2 Woodblocks, Vibraphone, Snare Drum
Percussion 2: Ratchet, Cowbell, Chimes, Glockenspiel [shared]
Percussion 3: Suspended Cymbal, Glockenspiel [shared]
Percussion 4: Low Tom, Crotales [1-oct.], Bass Drum