A relaxed bluesy movement is followed by a quick perpetual motion study. Thought he marimba starts out with a more accompaniment role, it quickly takes its place next to the saxophone for the second movement.Program NotesThe first movement, Chillin’, has a…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
Greg Carroll
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Count ‘em Down is a classic "opener" in the Count Basie Style. It contains the hallmarks of the Big Band genre and is a great opportunity for players to develop their style. The title comes from the idea of the count-in for a band to perform one of many tunes…
Style:
Jazz Ensemble
Composer:
Nic Johnston
Publisher:
Brolga Music
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