Suite for four double basses

This Suite is in three short movements. The first has a slow introduction followed by a melody with pizzicato accompaniment. The second movement also has a slow introduction but this time to a rhythmic motif passing between the instruments. The last movement is slow and tranquil.

The parts are equal rhythmically while the range of notes is higher in the first two parts where there is some use of tenor clef.

March of the Lemmings

In this quartet for 4 double basses, basses 1 and 2 use simple 4th position, all other notes are in 1st position.

The tune is shared between basses 1, 2 and 3.

With some rhythmic independence there are frequent gathering points of rhythmic unison.

Bass 4 is optional.