Grimo-Yagibushi (SP)-B/X/3T/P

Yagibushi is a type of Japanese folksong, this one being written by Steve Grimo. Yagi is a place between Kyoto and west of the Kansai district in Japan, with bushi meaning song. There is a distinct rhythm and narrow range usually sung by a chorus in unison which characterize this type of work song, drinking song, and dance song. The accompaniment to the Yagibushi is usually performed with the Shamisen (long-neck lute), hand clapping and a variety of percussion instruments.

Number of players - 5
Difficulty - Grade 5 (Medium-Advanced)

Instrumentation -
I. Xylophone, Bells
II. Temple Blocks, Sleigh Bells
III. Snare Drum, Bongos, Triangle
IV. 2 Cymbals (1 China), Bass Drum, Bamboo wind chimes
V. 3 Timpani (G, D, F)