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A spirited, slow samba that must be played with a Latin feel. More percussion instruments than indicated on the score could be used.

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MUNDELL LOWE has been an internationally acclaimed guitarist since he first came to prominence in the 1940s. He wrote music for many years as a staff musician at NBC in New York City until moving to California in 1965. Out west he continued his composing work in the studios. The guitarist augmented his film and television work with his own LPs and two successful projects with noted singers Sarah Vaughan - After Hours, and Carmen McRae - Bittersweet. Lowe continued to work in film and television during the 70s. However, during the 80s, he devoted his time to performing, most notably appearing at the White House and touring Japan with Benny Carter. His current LP is entitled Mundell Lowe Presents Transit West on the PAUSA label. Mundell Lowe is now accepting concert engagements with his own quintet and as a featured soloist. He is also available for master classes and residencies.