Leroy Anderson

Chicken Reel

Including "Turkey in the Straw," "Chicken Reel" is among the two most well-known poultry-inspired folk tunes. Originally composed by Joseph M. (Michael) Daly in 1910, the novelty song turned folk song later became used commonly in early animated cartoons to depict farmyard activity. The dance tune was developed into this brilliant concert piece by Leroy Anderson (1908-1975) 1946, with touches of humor and unexpected rhythmical variations, which are the hallmarks of Anderson's musical style. Versions for orchestra and band are available from the publisher. Instrumentation: 2+Picc.2.2.2: 3Sax(AAT,opt.): 4.3.3.1: Timp.Perc(2-3): Str(9-8-7-6-5 in set).