“As a classical guitarist and colleague of Jason Baker, I am so excited to hear about the publication of his excellent arrangement of this work. Anyone who adds this expressive and moving work to their program will do so with wonderful results!”

“I love it. It has a beautiful harmonic and melodic sound in this piece”

“This arrangement for solo marimba (4.6 octave required) will require an advanced performer to execute the musical nuances and various four-mallet techniques presented. Originally composed for solo guitar by Cuban composer Leo Brouwer in 1968, Jason Baker has maintained the original intent of the composition in his arrangement, while creating a wonderfully expressive piece for marimba.

Written in a rondo format, “Un Dia de Noviembre” has “a lyrical and simplistic beauty, which will require a mature sense of musical phrasing from the performer. The accompaniment alternates between the right and left hands throughout and occasionally requires one-handed rolls from each hand at different points.” In addition, the performer must be able to change intervals with ease in both hands and execute an array of techniques with musical finesse.

Marimba players have adapted guitar pieces to marimba for a long time, and Baker’s arrangement is one of the best. From university-student recitals to professional encores, Baker’s arrangement of “Un Dia de Noviembre” will be a welcome addition to the repertoire for marimba.”