1-21 is a quartet for mallet instruments and toms inspired by music, chanting, and energy of the Women’s March. Each member of the ensemble has the opportunity to play both a mallet instrument and toms. The piece contains rhythms inspired by sambas and chants…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
Angela Kepley
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
and we meet again… caters to students with a variety of experience levels. A groovy bass line begins the piece as beautiful yet mysterious melodic lines layer over the top. B major peaks through in the middle, bringing a brighter energy to the second half of…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
Angela Kepley
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Apparitions for solo marimba reflects on the notion of a memory, thought, or sensation that has a tendency to resurface.Program NotesApparition: “an unusual or unexpected sight; appearance; a ghostly figure.” Apparitions for solo marimba reflects on the…
Style:
Solo Works
Composer:
Alyssa Smith
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Opening with a short rolled mallet section, this piece quickly moves into a fast and rhythmic romp for the entire ensemble. Memorable melodies are masterfully accompanied by an underlying pulse in the battery.
Grade Level: 3 Copyright: 2000 Number of Players…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
Steve Riley
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
After a brief, driving introduction, the mood changes to one of mystery and dramatic freedom. The ensuing section represents the dance-like nature of the piece with driving rhythms and accents throughout.
Grade Level: 3 Copyright: 2002 Number of Players: 1…
Style:
Solo Works
Composer:
Steve Riley
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Sections alternate between 4/4 and 6/8 in this lively solo by Steve Riley. Very tonal set-up of F-C-D-F.
Grade Level: 3 Copyright: 2000 Number of Players: 1 Duration: 4:45 Publisher: C. Alan Publications Category: Solo Works
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Style:
Solo Works
Composer:
Steve Riley
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Dynamic Duos for Drums is a collection that is accessible for young players while being musically interesting for both players and audiences. Through the use of multiple time signatures, tempos, and moods, students can work on rudiments, important rhythmic…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
Angela Kepley
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Dynamic Duos for Mallets is a collection for keyboard instruments (bells, xylophone, vibraphone, marimba) that is accessible for young percussionists while being musically interesting for both players and audiences. Through the use of multiple key signatures…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
Angela Kepley
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Faded Snapshot is a rather melancholy duet for marimba and vibraphone that looks back on a pair of freinds' college years with fondness, and the memories might be like how one feels when an old, faded photograph is found. The yellow appearance, the creases in…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
Steve Riley
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Goodbye and Go Begin is a work for a large percussion ensemble that can be played by as few as 8 players or as many players as the conductor may choose.
Grade Level: 3 Copyright: 2001 Number of Players: 8 Publisher: C. Alan Publications Type: Octet Category:…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
Steve Riley
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications