Detail 01
1:40 duration
Keeps the selection compact within a concert program.
Product detailSKU #1500000208705
AlfredShowtime Rag 2
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Showtime Rag is a 1:40 Doug Spata original built for early beginners preparing for an early concert appearance. Every part is pizzicato, with material limited to the D and A strings and half, quarter, and eighth notes. The steady pulse and restrained independence keep the ensemble focused together, while giving every section melodic material to play. It offers a compact concert selection that puts developing fundamentals in clear view.
Strong match
Who this is for
- First concert programs where early players need a short selection with a steady shared pulse.
- Beginning ensemble rehearsals focused on pizzicato and reading half, quarter, and eighth notes.
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Programs requiring bowed passages, since the music is entirely pizzicato.
- Groups needing material beyond the D and A strings or more independent parts.
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Confirm the ensemble is working with D and A strings, pizzicato, and half, quarter, and eighth-note rhythms.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Is every section featured?
Yes. Each section has melodic material.
02What strings does it use?
Only the D and A strings.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsBody & build
- Color
- Red
