Five programmatic movements displaying the soloistic qualities of each instrument. Ideal chamber pieces for any recital.Program NotesFive programmatic movements displaying the soloistic qualities of each instrument: I. Soggetto Cavato Intro II. A la Bela,…
Style:
Percussion, String
Composer:
David J. Long
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Born in Liechtenstein, Josef Rheinberger was a composer, pianist and teacher in Germany in the 19th Century. He became the organist for his local church at the age of seven and composed his first work the following year. Abendlied is a sacred motet composed…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Adam Arnold
Publisher:
Brolga Music
Moments of beauty and drama abound in this slow, melodic work for keyboards. Be sure to add this to your next program.Program NotesOriginally written for solo marimba by David J. Long in his work Three Scenes, Andrew Dancy has adapted the first movement, Aria…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
David J. Long, Andrew Dancy
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
This is a fun yet complex arrangement of Joplin's Bethena. It is a waltz consisting of five strains, and some complex interludes. It is elegant, intricate, and emotional.
Grade Level: 3 Copyright: 2004 Number of Players: Standard Duration: 4:00 Publisher: C.…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Joplin, David J. Long
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Holiday
Birth of a King is primarily designed as a holiday season piece. Rather than being overtly festive, it relies on contemplative understatement.
Grade Level: 3 Copyright: 1990 Number of Players: 6 Duration: 5:00 Publisher: C. Alan Publications Type:…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
David J. Long
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
This impressive marimba duet uses the unique interaction between the two instruments to "blur" and create a dense web of counterpoint in which the listener is not particularly drawn to either voice.Program NotesI composed Blur after seeing a fantastic video…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
Robert Sanderl
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Flashy and musical, this challenging work is perfect for the two mallet marimbist on your next recital or concert program. Wonderful orchestra version for a concerto competition performance.
Grade Level: 4 Copyright: 1989 Number of Players: Standard + 1…
Style:
Full Orchestra
Composer:
David J. Long
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Flashy and musical, this challenging work is perfect for the two mallet marimbist on your next recital or concert program.Program NotesConcert Piece requires 2-mallet technique only. Three pairs of yarn mallets are requested: medium soft, medium, and hard.…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
David J. Long
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
This is your next powerhouse marimba concerto! David Long has written a difficult, but idiomatic, solo part with ensemble parts playable by a high school band. The orchestral version is exquisite. Beautiful melodies and harmonic language coupled with driving…
Style:
Full Orchestra
Composer:
David J. Long
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Marimba Feature
This is your next powerhouse marimba concerto! David Long has written a difficult, but idiomatic, solo part with ensemble parts playable by a high school band. The orchestral version is exquisite. Beautiful melodies and harmonic language…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
David J. Long
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications