In the late 1950s Mr. Martino was still active as a concert and jazz clarinetist. At that time ,while living in New york he composed a dozen works for a jazz ensemble he was forming. These works, once graced by the all-knowing and unerring fingers of the great Bill Evans have been shelved these many years. One by one they are being released in published versions. Canon Ball may be heard on New World 80518-2. Canon Ball is a great way to end the first half of your recital. A stunning encore piece! Two Part Invention, Up Tempo). Vibr and Pf (1957, 1 minute plus).
