The marimba and the piano are equally important in the music. The piano provides shimmering brightness while the marimba provides relaxing warmth. The marimbist should strive to play more lyric than percussive throughout.Program NotesFlyology was composed…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
Lin Chin-Cheng
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Set a festive holiday mood with this sophisticated Bossa Nova setting of Good King Wenceslas. Jack has dressed up the traditional carol with a fresh set of chord changes and a nice modulation to keep the chart interesting. This is an excellent choice for any…
Style:
Jazz Ensemble
Composer:
Jack Cooper
Publisher:
Excelcia Music Publishing
The biting dissonance of the sharp 9 chord is used as the centerpiece for this free spirited, funky rock chart. Cutting, angular lines and interesting counterpoint come together to create a unique piece in the repertoire for music at this level. It is…
Style:
Jazz Ensemble
Composer:
Jack Cooper
Publisher:
Excelcia Music Publishing
Inscription to Athena was inspired by the composer's travels to Greece and evokes the spirit of ancient Athens. Rich in harmony, the work features a lyrical melody that is developed in the mallet instruments.Program NotesInspired by the composer's travels to…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
Brian Bondari
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Here’s a great new chart from composer Jack Cooper that is sure to be a hit. Super ensemble writing and solid scoring will have your band sounding like champs. Jack uses the #11 of a Bb chord as one of the main melody notes in the winds, so the music sounds…
Style:
Jazz Ensemble
Composer:
Jack Cooper
Publisher:
Excelcia Music Publishing
This is a catchy blues with a bridge from respected composer and educator Jack Cooper. Interesting angular lines abound in this unique chart along with inventive rhythmic elements. Stark dynamic contrasts throughout the chart go from a whisper to a roar to…
Style:
Jazz Ensemble
Composer:
Jack Cooper
Publisher:
Excelcia Music Publishing