Gregory Smith

Educational Concert Works

Shave and a Haircut

Shave and a Haircut is a brief, audience participation work for symphony orchestra. It’s interactive elements make it an excellent addition to any family/educational concert.

Shave and a Haircut uses the age-old “call and response” motive as its anchor. The “call” is not always obvious, so the audience's listening skills get a good workout. And so do their hands!

Instrumentation: 3(pic),2,2,2 - 4,3,3,1 - Timp+2, Harp, Strings, Narrator

Duration: 5 minutes


Shave and a Haircut was premiered by the Fort Collins Symphony and Music Director Wes Kenney in September of 2020. 


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