The Adventures of Papi and Bobo
Piano (also arranged for guitar)
A happy-go-lucky set of character pieces.
Piano
Guitar
The composer with his son, Daniel.
I. Games
II. Tanglewood March
III. Bonjour, Paris!
IV. Mom’s Waltz
V. Chinese Luncheon
VI. Dedication
VII. One Little Goat
VIII. Duet
Inspired by excursions and experiences shared by the composer and his son, The Adventures of Papi and Bobo is a set of eight character pieces. They include light-hearted games, a march to the Berkshires, a visit to Paris, a sentimental waltz, an exotic black-keyed frenzy, a heart-felt dedication, a Passover song and a nostalgic duet.
Perform any number of movements. Mom's Waltz is often performed by itself. Chinese Luncheon, Mom's Waltz, and Duet are often played as a set. Each movement is one to three minutes in duration. Mom's Waltz is included on A Peaceful Escape, a CD recording by guitarist Steve Sloan.
Instrumentation
piano solo
(or guitar solo)
Duration
17'