Playable by a traditional steel drum band or percussion ensemble, Uptick is an extremely flexible, high-energy work that you won't want to miss!Program NotesPlayable by a traditional steel drum band or percussion ensemble, Uptick is an extremely flexible,…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
Pete Zambito
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Written for keyboard percussion and electronics, Vector is a fun, challenging work suitable for a front ensemble warm-up or as part of a percussion ensemble concert.Program NotesVector is written for keyboard percussion and electronics. The keyboard…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
Matt Moore
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Venn Diagram was composed with special attention to related items in sets of three. The piece features three groups of three performers in three percussion instrument categories: metal, wooden, and non-pitched.Program NotesVenn Diagram was composed with…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
Josh Gottry
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
from 12 Spanish Dances, Op. 37
Villanesca is the fourth selection in a collection for piano entitled 12 Spanish Dances (Op. 37, H.142) by the Spanish pianist and composer Enrique Granados. Set in ABA form, the work now arranged for percussion ensemble…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
Josh Gottry, Granados
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Commissioned by Gary Olmstead and the Indiana University of Pennsylvania Percussion Ensemble, Vociferation features Jack Stamp's signature, syncopation, counterpoint, and polytonality in an exciting and catchy work for percussion orchestra.
Grade Level: 3…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
Jack Stamp
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
The Voyage is a unique piece, in that it requires the performers to move to different instruments throughout the performance. Two sets of parts are included: one set for the individual players to practice with and one set to be placed at each instrument…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
Allen Houston
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Soft but majestic opening with the metallic sounds of chimes and vibraphone. This leads into the ensuing Allegro with much dialogue between mallet and percussion instruments. Great for a high school or college ensemble.
Grade Level: 3 Copyright: 1990 Number…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
David J. Long
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Water Spirits Redux is a feature for 7 percussionists and electronic track that was inspired by the myth of Glaucus and Scylla in Ovid’s ‘Metamorphoses.’ In essence, the myth is a love triangle between Glaucus (a mer-man), Scylla (a nymph), and Circe (a witch…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
Nathan Daughtrey
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
These special arrangements for percussion ensemble, featuring traditional carols and modern seasonal favorites fully arranged for 8-12 players, have become standards for Christmas programs throughout the country. The full compliment of keyboard instruments,…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
James Faulconer, Richard Gipson
Publisher:
OU Percussion Press
Based on the hymn "When I Survey the Wondrous Cross," this work for 13 percussionists and piano opens very mysteriously, but quickly moves into a section of driving 16ths. The hymn tune is very subtle throughout until a brief choral interlude in the middle of…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
Allen Houston
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications