Originally a piano miniature, Gallopade was published anonymously in 1844 with a dedication to ‘James K Polk, ex-governor of Tennessee’. Polk subsequently became the eleventh president of the United States, serving from 1845 – 1849. During his tenure, Polk succeeded in achieving all the principal items on his presidential agenda and did not seek a second term in office.

This arrangement makes an enjoyable and effective duet for the clarinet &bassoon combination!