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Too Many Mammas (2008)
for chamber ensemble, 9 minutes
My score for the 1924 silent comedy starring Charley Chase. Charley breaks a date with his girl to be his boss’ alibi (who is having an affair). At the speakeasy, the various snubbed partners converge! Released on DVD (Becoming Charley Chase: All Day Entertainment, 2009).
Instrumentation
clarinet, bass clarinet, alto saxophone, accordion, piano, percussion
DVD
Becoming Charley Chase, Allday Entertainment (distributed by VCI) (2009)
Listen + Watch
Jazzy opening
Performers: The Snark Ensemble