Based on the hymn, Faith of our Fathers, this haunting, unique work for 8 percussionists, flute, English horn and piano perfectly captures the idea of faith giving us the strength to persevere in times of hardship.Program NotesThis work is taken from the hymn…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
Gabe Musella, Armando Rodriguez
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
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Scored for primarily keyboard percussion, this difficult eleven-minute work challenges the players both rhythmically and conceptually. Its minimalist nature creates an unusual and engaging work for all ten players.
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Style:
Percussion
Composer:
Carolyn Bremer
Publisher:
OU Percussion Press
Unique, clever and decidedly contemporary. This talented composer has created a fascinating work based on dances of the 1960's. Included in Dances from the Age of Aquarius are a mambo, twist, a slow dance and surf rock.
Grade Level: 4 Copyright: 2005 Number…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Carolyn Bremer
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Impulse Engine is based on simple, motoric, fanfare-like motives that are tossed about the ensemble. This high-energy piece is based on another of Bremer's compositions 'Throw Caution to the Wind' (for brass and percussion) which was commissioned for the…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Carolyn Bremer
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
A large work for percussion ensemble. The two main components are a sextuplet-based processional theme, and a lighthearted mixed-meter swing theme. Woven throughout the piece is an ostinato the first appears as a timpani solo, and then reprises on various…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
Andrew Stout
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Pieces of Eight is based on two sea shanties, Bold Manning and Andrew Barton, both of which are highly reminiscent of what we now recognize as Pirate Music. The piece is in the spirit of high seas adventures and Saturday matinee pirates.
Grade Level: 3…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Carolyn Bremer
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
This two-movement concert vibraphone work utilizes many intriguing harmonies. The first movement is slow and free leaves a lot of room for interpretation, while the second movement is constantly moving with sixteenths and a wide range of articulations.
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Style:
Solo Works
Composer:
Armando Rodriguez
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Looking for something to contrast everything else on your recital? Try Timbre-Space-Time. This is a rather free and improvisatory piece with unique notation and effects, such as feathered beaming and glissandi.
Grade Level: 3 Copyright: 1991 Number of Players…
Style:
Solo Works
Composer:
Armando Rodriguez
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Tinker to Evers to Chance recalls the legendary double-play combination for the Chicago Cubs from 1902-1910. That elegant grace is the underlying motive of the piece.Program NotesTinker to Evers to Chance recalls the legendary double-play combination for the…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Carolyn Bremer
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications