False Summit was inspired by hiking adventures in Colorado. One of the most frustrating encounters is just when you think 'I've arrived at the top' you are disheartened to learn that there is actually a long way yet to travel. The true summit is always…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
Branden Steinmetz
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
A high energy percussion ensemble piece worthy of the feisty little birds it was inspired by. The composer states that conures inspire the light, colorful mood of the piece, while the quakers provide the reason why he wrote the composition for nine…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
Rodney Money
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Even though the inspiration was a Gregorian chant, this piece is all modern vibraphone. Lush melodic lines and captivating harmonies abound.Program NotesStar of the Sea was premiered on March 10, 2009. Parts of the introduction and coda, as well as the…
Style:
Solo Works
Composer:
Brett Jones
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
9 Spicy Sequential Solos for Developing 4-Mallet Marimba Chops
Suite Pepper is a collection of solos for the four-mallet marimbist. Each piece addresses a particular stroke type in isolation. The solos can be learned in a sequential manner from the first to…
Style:
Solo Works
Composer:
Brett Jones
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Time Remembered captures the stillness and tranquility of someone reflecting on the past, particularly on close and personal relationships with loved ones. The music is meant to be personal to both the performer and listener.Program NotesMy vision for Time…
Style:
Solo Works
Composer:
Branden Steinmetz
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications