Chalk Dust Torture (arr. Michael Mollo) by Phish Sheet Music for Lead Sheet / Fake Book at Sheet Music Direct

Product Details

Title Chalk Dust Torture (arr. Michael Mollo)

Artist Phish

Score Type

PDF, Included with PASS

Composer Trey Anastasio Tom Marshall

Arranger Michael Mollo

Format Digital Sheet Music

Pages 3

Arrangement Lead Sheet / Fake Book

Publisher Michael John Mollo Publishing

Level 2

Product ID 1706005

Genre Blues Jazz Pop Rock

Instruments C Instruments

Product Description

Some songs are flat-out meant to rock and roll. Chalk Dust Torture is a prime example. One of the most often-played songs since its debut in 1991, Chalk Dust has been a frequent set opener because of its ability to whip a crowd into a frenzy. The lyrics speak of teen angst and rebellion, as the narrator seeks to forego the mind-numbing trappings of adulthood while he still has a few spry years left. While most versions of the song feature "Type-I" jamming and screaming guitar work from Trey, it has also served as a large "Type-II" jam vehicle with increasing frequency over the years.

The first memorable Chalk Dust was on 5/17/91 at the Campus Club in Providence, RI. The power cut off during the song, but Fishman continued playing; when the lights came back on a strong jam ensued. Other memorable early versions include 3/8/93 where a Chalk Dust encore moved into a reprise of a second set Big Ball Jam, and 7/23/93 where the song grew out of a typically angry Big Black Furry Creature from Mars.

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