Small Ensemble Alto Saxophone, Baritone, Baritone Horn TC, Baritone Saxophone, Bass Drum, Clarinet, F Horn, Flute, French Horn, Oboe, Snare Drum, Tenor Saxophone, Trombone, Trumpet, Tuba, Xylophone - Digital Download
SKU: A0.1817212
Composed by Traditional. Arranged by John McAllister. This edition: pdf, streaming. Children, Folk, Historic, Instructional, Traditional. 30 pages. John McAllister #1377365. Published by John McAllister (A0.1817212).
Bingo is a lighthearted and engaging arrangement of the classic folk song, written for adaptable quintet instrumentation and designed specifically for later middle school and early high school musicians. Set in cut time, the piece begins in E♭ major before modulating to F major, offering a musically meaningful yet accessible key progression that supports developing technique and ensemble skills in a true chamber music setting.
This flexible arrangement works with a wide variety of instrumentations, making it ideal for mixed chamber groups, woodwind quintet alternatives, brass ensembles, or any combination of five players. Optional snare drum and bass parts are included to allow for expanded performance with a larger ensemble or full band, and an ad lib auxiliary percussion part (such as tambourine) is encouraged to add energy and color.
Beyond its classroom and chamber applications, Bingo is an excellent choice for elementary school visits, outreach concerts, and demonstration performances, where familiar folk material helps younger audiences instantly connect with live instrumental music. This arrangement emphasizes fun, approachability, and musical engagement—making it a great tool for building enthusiasm for band, chamber music, and instrumental performance.
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