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
Originally a song in four parts for acapella vocal ensemble, A Country Mile is written in the style of an old-world jazz ballad. Its lyrics conjure a mood of peace, contentment and homecoming.
Grade Level: 3.5 Copyright: 2019 Publisher: Brolga Music Series:…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Naomi Crellin, Edward Fairlie
Publisher:
Brolga Music
Inspired by Argentinian composer Ástor Piazzolla, Death by Tango work makes use of the many colours and textures of the wind ensemble.Program NotesInspired by Argentinian composer, Ástor Piazzolla this work makes use of the many colours and textures of the…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Edward Fairlie
Publisher:
Brolga Music
With text by Lord Byron, The Destruction of Sennacherib is a powerful work for amplified spoken voice and a battery percussion septet. The piece is driving from beginning to end and will add a lot of variety to a percussion ensemble concert!Program NotesThe…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
Jeffrey Barudin
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Downside, Up and Around explores the range of textures and timbres made possible by simple set-ups. It features two snare drum soloists accompanied by five percussionists and is influenced by techno music, which focuses on long-scale ostinati with gradual…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
Jeffrey Barudin
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
The Line Around Us is a sextet that explores an extreme membranophone range, accented by the use of cymbals. The work helps performers strengthen ensemble awareness, work on polyrhythmic figures, and develop dynamic sensitivity.Program NotesThe Line Around Us…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
Jeffrey Barudin
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
So We Go Forward is a driving work for 9 percussionists that was inspired by a quote from Chukwuemeka (“Emeka”) Odumegwu Ojukwu was one of the most important figures in the Nigerian/Biafran Civil War in the late 1960s. Describing his soldiers' position on the…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
Jeffrey Barudin
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications