Otto M. Schwarz is endeavoring to contribute new ideas to concert band literature. He has contributed in the field of multimedia (Asteroid) and with his many compositions in symphonic/modern arrangement (Jazz Waltz No 1 Fire and Ice or Band Fever). His new composition Funk Attack is as the name suggests a piece in funk style. Otto M. Schwarz first gained his experience in his style in the 8o?s…

Band Fever

Conforté par le succès de pièces telles que Band Fever Funk Attack et Groovin? Around Otto M. Schwarz compose une nouvelle pièce aux accents funk. Les climats rythmiques très « groovy » mettent en évidence les caractéristiques de l?écriture d?Otto M. Schwarz : une ligne de basse au phrasé précis soutenue par une ligne mélodique claire et intelligible. Funky Winds est une excellente extension du …

In addition to his many ‘serious’works Otto M. Schwarz has had much success with several lighter works such as Band Fever Funk Attack and Groovin’ Around. His new seriously funky piece Funky Brass makes a perfect addition to the light brass band repertoire.