Barbarossa is a dramatic and exciting intermediate level piece for 11 players. It introduces multiple alternative playing techniques and will develop a strong and innate sense of 12/8 time in the performers.Program NotesBarbarossa is inspired by the make-…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
Adam Bruce
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Archer's three-movement concerto for solo piano and wind ensemble features brilliant scoring and gorgeous colors throughout, showcasing the versatility of the instrument. The piece even introduced the cello to the ensemble - a lovely combination not often…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Kimberly Archer
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
This expansive and mature work details Archer's vision of an "every tubist" traveling through life's up and downs. Scored for a one-on-a-part wind ensemble, it would make a perfect feature for a professional or college player looking for a unique and…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Kimberly Archer
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Commissioned by the Florida State University Summer Music Camps, Fanfare Aureus is a homage to experiences the composer herself had playing trumpet & horn at these camps. The Latin word aureus means “gold.” Archer cleverly overlaps allusions to “Garnet…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Kimberly Archer
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
(Symphony No. 1)
for those taken too soon... is a single-movement symphony was written in memory of one of the composer's dear band director friends. Based on the hymn "It Is Well With My Soul," the five seamless sections of the piece represent the five…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Kimberly Archer
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Golgotha is a programmatic work for large percussion orchestra that is inspired by the final hours of the life of Jesus as chronicled in the New Testament of the Bible. It spans the range of expression from haunting and somber to rage and desperation.Program…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
Adam Bruce
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
from Symphony No. 2
Extracted from Archer's "Symphony No. 2," Humoresque is a playful scherzo-like march filled with rhythmic excitement that will get your toe tapping. Don't get tripped up by all the meter changes though!Program NotesExtracted from "Symphony…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Kimberly Archer
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Bristling with energy and an incessant momentum, Payload is a challenging and exciting new piece that features six percussionists partnered with cello and contrabass.Program NotesPayload is an energetic chamber piece for six percussionists, cello, and…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
Adam Bruce
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
From the burning bush to the parting of the Red Sea, Plagues chronicles the incredible story of the struggle between Moses and Pharaoh in the Old Testament book of Exodus. This dramatic and compelling retelling of the story is scored for percussion orchestra…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
Adam Bruce
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Sisters' is a fun and challenging trio for advanced players. This piece pays homage to the composer's two daughters and his my interpretation of their sweet, playful, and complementary (though sometimes challenging) relationship.Program NotesSisters is my…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
Adam Bruce
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications