Ossman's Morningside Caprice

[Shawn McSweeny]

“Morningside Caprice” was published by S.S. Stewart in 1896.  Vess L. Ossman is credited as composer.  It is a lyrical dance, rhythmic but formal, the sort of piece that supports Stewart’s efforts to elevate the banjo. Give a listen to the score playback and I think you’ll hear what I mean.

It also marks a transition in Ossman’s career, as from about this point onward he embraced the new sound of the cakewalks and rags as they swept the world of popular music.

The score has been transposed from A notation and is available below in dots and tab.

 

MORNINGSIDE CAPRICE Score Playback

[Trapdoor2]

That's a neat little piece, indeed. Well done.

Thanks!

[thereallyniceman]

Yep, a delightful little tune... but bring on the Ragtime for me :-))

Thanks for the scores Shawn, as usual, all beautifully produced!

I have added them to the MUSIC LIBRARY.