Marimba Feature
Written for marimbist Michael Burritt, this virtuosic three-movement work is a first-rate piece of music. The solo marimba part is virtuosic and challenging. The electronics weave in and out of the solo and ensemble texture, sometimes…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
Daniel McCarthy
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Scored for 4 keyboards, 5 percussion, timpani, and piano, "Dance Music" thrives on creating fascinating dialogue within the ensemble.Program NotesWritten for the Kent State University Percussion Ensemble, Michael Burritt, conductor.
Grade Level: 4 Copyright:…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
Daniel McCarthy
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
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
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
From the Inside Out is written for body percussion and snare drums. The snare parts cover many of the basic rudiments and give the students a chance to solo.Program NotesFrom the Inside Out was written for the students at Gurrie Middle School in LaGrange,…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
Angela Kepley
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Fun & challenging piece with thick scoring and instrumentation throughout. As with many of his works, McCarthy embeds several funky grooves into the context of a serious piece of music.Program NotesWritten for Keith Aleo, at one time Instructor of…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
Daniel McCarthy
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Commissioned by the United State Marine Corps., "The President's Own," Tuba and Euphonium Quartet. Knock Yourself Out is also available with jazz rhythm section.
Grade Level: 4 Copyright: 2008 Number of Players: 5 Duration: 6:00 Publisher: C. Alan…
Style:
Brass, Percussion
Composer:
Daniel McCarthy
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
KraftWerk is a six-movement work showcasing the virtuosic capabilities of both the percussionist and tubist at all times. As usual, McCarthyÕs percussion writing is extremely effective and fun to play, while the tuba writing ranges from beautiful and lyrical…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
Daniel McCarthy
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Quintessential Quintets is a collection of three "drummy" pieces for 5 young percussionists. Using limited and/or flexible instrumentation, these works will help student grow as musicians while simultaneously impressing & exciting audiences!Program…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
Angela Kepley
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications