Although they are both basically 4-beat rhyms, the beats in the Brazilian version are played almost in a gliding fashion rather than in the emphatic manner of the Argentinian. The second movement "Tango" is based not on the dramatic, highly charged Argentinian version which has become so familiar to us, but on the less frequently heard Brazilian interpretation, wich is slower, smoother, and dreamier, rather than forthright and dramatic. Its basic 2-beat rhythm is performed lightly, and its melodies are also light, vivacious and delicate in character. The first movement "Son Montuno", is based on a rhythm closely associated with the calypso, and seems to have had its origin in Cuba or the nearby Caribbean countries. The "Second Suite for Band" consists of four movements, each one based on a characteristic song, march or dance form usually associated with either a single Latin-American country or group of countries. The first performace took place on March 29, 1979, with the Sterling group, under the direction of the composer. Jack Schuler, Director, in memory of Ina R. The "Second Suite for Band" was commissioned by the Sterling, Illinois, High School Wind Ensemble, G.
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