This percussion sextet written predominantly in 6/4 phrases in alternating bars of 5/8 and 7/8. The 6/4 motivic development blends and creates a rhythmic tension against the 2-3-2-2-3 beaming. A rhythmic motif of sixteenth notes on the “two” groupings drive…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
Michael Varner
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Voices of Himeji is an exciting quartet of three movements portraying a beautiful castle in Japan, high on a hill, guarding the city silently for centuries. Divided into separate movements of Drums, Marimbas, and Metals, each feature distinctive groupings of…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
Michael Varner
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Whiplash is an exciting work for percussion quartet that showcases an ensemble’s aggression and finesse. The intensity of the piece is sure to thrill audiences and performers alike.Program NotesWhiplash is a work for percussion quartet composed in the spring…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
Aaron J. Ward
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications