Xylophone/Glockenspiel Feature
The Big Bob Special is a rag for solo xylophone/glockenspiel and percussion quartet. The tempo sets a brisk pace for the performance of this work. Intricate xylophone runs will make this an interesting work for most keyboard…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
Alex Orfaly
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Xylophone Duo Feature
A lighthearted ragtime duo that features two exceptional xylophonists.Program NotesIt is my intention that there be a color difference between the two solo xylophones either by using different mallets or by using one wood xylophone and…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
Alex Orfaly
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
The Chapel Further Down is a keyboard-forward piece inspired by various sites of historic importance throughout the British isles. In many cases, there is a small church or chapel featured secondarily, set off to the side as a seeming afterthought to a castle…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
Thom Hasenpflug
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Timpani Feature
This is a challenging work for the solo timpanist. Pitch changes and extreme expression are some of the demanding characteristics found in this piece.Program NotesDivertissement by Alex Orfaly was the 2nd Place Winner of the 2001 Percussive…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
Alex Orfaly
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Euonymus Alatus (sp. "The Burning Bush") is a perfectly simple, classic, yet complex shrub found in home gardens and nurseries in many parts of the country. This work presents a reflection on the plant; Its classic form, its deceptive, mysterious, and…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
Thom Hasenpflug
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Just off the coast of Cozumel, there is an area near the Columbia Reef known as El Cielo ("the Heavens"). Here you will find a shallow sandy bottom with a bit of sea grass and hundreds if not thousands of giant starfish. The local dive operators who bring you…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
Thom Hasenpflug
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Mean Man’s March is a xylophone showcase inspired by events at the composer's local dog park in Belmont, MA. It's a sunny and crisp Fall New England day, dogs play at the park, the mean man marches on to the field, chaos ensues, after much a do, the man…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
Alex Orfaly
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Mean Man’s March is a xylophone showcase inspired by events at the composer's local dog park in Belmont, MA. It's a sunny and crisp Fall New England day, dogs play at the park, the mean man marches on to the field, chaos ensues, after much a do, the man…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Alex Orfaly
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Timpani Feature
Much dialog between the solo part and the percussion parts is used to create an exciting ensemble dynamic. A great deal of time, the solo part sits atop the other parts, but also at time is required to function as part of the ensemble.…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
Alex Orfaly
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Taking its inspiration from the Gypsy music of Hungary and from the film music of Bernard Hermann, Tanc Szervusz features two xylophonists showing off amongst a vibraphone, crotales, and marimba quartet.Program NotesTanc Szervusz takes its inspiration from…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
Alex Orfaly
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications