Using text from a sonnet by John Keats, Souza weaves together unique sonic textures by requiring the percussionist to play simultaneously on marimba, vibraphone and glockenspiel.Program NotesBright Star uses text from a sonnet by John Keats: Bright star,…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
Ricardo Souza
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
This two-movement work paints a sonic landscape filled with exotic timbres and evocative sonorities. The first movement uses extended techniques throughout the ensemble in order to create an ethereal atmosphere. The second movement juxtaposes rhythmic…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
Ricardo Souza
Publisher:
OU Percussion Press
Indigo is an entertaining and groovy keyboard quartet with a split-up drum set. Working from 4 multi-percussion set-ups, the 4 players combine their parts to create fun and energetic music that the audience and players will love.Program NotesIndigo is a…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
Cody Holmes
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Full of colorful harmonies and beautiful melodic passages, Insomnia is a challenging, yet rewarding addition to any percussion recital.Program NotesInsomnia is a challenging duet consisting of colorful harmonies meant to portray the free and flowing nature of…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
Cody Holmes
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Mysterious beginning leads to a power house piece. Perfect combination of keyboard percussion and batterie percussion that will entice listeners of all ages. Oferendas is definitely a piece for good players and a mature sense of musicianship, but also…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
Ricardo Souza
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Palpitations is a challenging marimba duet comprised of sweeping arpeggio passages, groove-centered melodies, and echoing rhythms that work together to create a bigger picture to the listener. With moments of stability and instability, the piece has the…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
Cody Holmes
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
for 13 Percussionists
Remnants is a challenging work for percussion orchestra that explores the many timbres achievable in a conventional large ensemble setup. With many musical layers to this piece, there is the constant intention of maintaining growth and…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
Cody Holmes
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Cody Holmes’ A Sky Full Of Ghosts is a challenging and exciting keyboard percussion ensemble. Written for 7 players, this ensemble offers many technical challenges and offers beautiful ensemble moments that will create a wonderful experience for both the…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
Cody Holmes
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications