Augusta Read Thomas - Augusta Read Thomas: Carnival (Study Score for bassoon and wind ensemble)

Relatively speaking, bassoon concerti are rare. 'Carnival' shows off different attributes of the instrument and soloist with inventive music that seamlessly embraces lyrical, jazzy, spirited, stately, expressive, and many other qualities. This music is fun to play because it is engaging to bring to life Thomas' distinctive, personal, clever sonic storytelling.