Almost Perpetual Torque for keyboard percussion trio, is scored for xylophone, vibraphone, and marimba. The three instruments are intertwined in patterns that seem to constantly spiral either upward or downward as if in a constant state of tension or “torque…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
Christopher Deane
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Before the days of video games or even movies, the Penny Arcade served as enjoyment for the kids and adults of the era. Arcade 1920s is a percussion quartet written for the young percussion ensemble. The players are responsible for playing both pitched and…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
Brian Monroe
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Written for the Tennessee All Star Percussion Ensemble, Arcanical Plains is a driving work for large percussion ensemble filled with ever-evolving, vivid colors.
Grade Level: 5 Copyright: 2021 Number of Players: 12 Duration: 7:00 Publisher: C. Alan…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
Christopher Deane
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
These special arrangements for percussion ensemble, featuring traditional carols and modern seasonal favorites fully arranged for 8-12 players, have become standards for Christmas programs throughout the country. The full compliment of keyboard instruments,…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
Torme, Mel & Robert Wells, Richard Gipson
Publisher:
OU Percussion Press
Another ragtime work by Joe Green is now available for 7 piece percussion ensemble. Scored for the medium-level performers, Dance of the Toy Regiment will engage and enthuse performers of all ages.Program NotesDance of the Toy Regiment was composed by by Joe…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
Brian Monroe
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
The Manes Scroll is an imaginative and groundbreaking piece that redefines the sonic possibilities of the keyboard percussion ensemble. Deane uses unique new sounds, such as blowing in the resonators and pitch bends, in tandem with his own brand of serialism…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
Christopher Deane
Publisher:
OU Percussion Press
Of Thunder and Steel captures the destructive power of Mjölnir to create an exciting piece for intermediate percussionists.Program NotesFrom ancient Norse legend, Mjölnir is a powerful hammer imbued with magical powers and wielded by Thor, the god of thunder…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
Brian Monroe
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Everything but the kitchen sink? This piece requires the players to do some of their own “scavenging” to find and create all of the instruments necessary to perform it. Fairly simple rhythms throughout (limited to quarter notes and eighth notes) make this a…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
Christopher Deane
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
A vintage work by Percy Grainger comes alive as a 9-piece percussion ensemble for keyboard percussion and timpani. Drawing upon Grainger’s use of “tuneful percussion,” Walking Tune intermixes metal and wooden sounds to capture the colors found in Grainger’s…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
Percy Aldridge Grainger, Brian Monroe
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications