Mr Platypus (Piano Quintet – Violin 1, Violin 2, Viola, Cello and Piano)

A composition for string quartet and piano about the platypus. The platypus is an Australian semi-aquatic animal that spends its time in waterways and its burrow next to the water's edge. It is classified as a monotreme which means it has fur and lays eggs. When the British first took one home to England they thought they must have stuck together a couple of animals, because their look is so unique. A furry animal with a duck like bill, and beaver like tail; how strange! They are known to be a shy animal that can sometimes be spotted at sunset. Please free to change the title to Miss Platypus or The Platypus if you would prefer.

Instrumentation: Piano Quintet – Violin 1, Violin 2, Viola, Cello and Piano

Composer: Fiona Hickie

Arranger: Fiona Hickie