A beautifully lyrical work for marimba quartet. This arrangement captures the lush, warm sounds of the organ for which it was originally composed.Program NotesAria, originally written for solo organ (published by Zimbel Press), was arranged by Emma Lou Diemer…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
Emma Lou Diemer, Nathan Daughtrey
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
for Marimba and Orchestra
So much music in a single (fast-slow-fast) movement. This 13-minute concerto should be top priority for the serious marimbist. Perfect for a university concerto competition; perfect for the professional. The marimba part is difficult…
Style:
Full Orchestra
Composer:
Emma Lou Diemer
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Marimba Feature
So much music in a single (fast-slow-fast) movement. This 13-minute concerto should be top priority for the serious marimbist. Perfect for a university concerto competition; perfect for the professional. The marimba part is difficult, but…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Emma Lou Diemer
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
So much music in a single (fast-slow-fast) movement. This concerto should be top priority for the serious marimbist. Perfect for a university concerto competition; perfect for the professional. The marimba part is difficult, but accessible, and the orchestra…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
Emma Lou Diemer
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Featuring a balanced ensemble of pitched and un-pitched percussion, Earth Dance is an exciting ensemble work that is audience-(and dance) friendly and would make a great concert opener for a high school or college group.Program NotesEarth Dance is the end…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
Bryce Craig
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
This exciting work alternates between frenzied sections and peaceful chorale settings. Originally conceived as an electronic piece for MalletKat, it can also be performed on marimba.Program NotesWritten for Scott Deal, Professor of Percussion at the…
Style:
Solo Works
Composer:
Emma Lou Diemer
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Indescribable captures the immense devastation caused by two major tornadoes in the Midwestern United States and the hope of a new beginning afterwards.Program NotesOne of the most visceral events I’ve experienced occurred on May 22, 2011 while storm chasing…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
Bryce Craig
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Joe Clark is a challenging marimba quartet based on a traditional folk tune. You can hear a recording of the piece on the University of North Carolina at Greensboro Percussion Ensemble's CD, “Sketches.”
Grade Level: 3 Copyright: 1990 Number of Players: 4…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
Robert Marek
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Download Electronic Accompaniment FilesMarimba Re(mix) is a set of five intermediate four-mallet marimba solos, each made to strengthen various performance techniques in a variety of musical styles. Optional electronic accompaniments further enhance the…
Style:
Solo Works
Composer:
Bryce Craig
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
This three-movement work is truly a tour-de-force for marimba quartet. Two mallets throughout. You can hear a recording of Sonata on the University of North Carolina at Greensboro Percussion Ensemble's CD, “Sketches.”
Grade Level: 4 Copyright: 1990 Number of…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
Robert Marek
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications