Ad Astra is an exploration of minimalism, composite rhythms, and texture. It is influenced by Steve Reich's Nagoya Marimbas in the sense that all of the instruments blend amorphously to form a single sound rather than emphasizing any one instrument.Program…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
Von Hansen
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Barry Ward has done a superb job of capturing the jolly spirit of the ever-popular Hunter's Chorus from Weber's opera 'Der Freischtz" in his arrangement for young bands.Program NotesBarry Ward has done a superb job of capturing the jolly spirit of the ever-…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Weber, Barry Ward
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Spin is a brief, exciting concert band work inspired by the composer’s childhood family biking trips in southeastern Minnesota, with frequently-shifting rhythms, colorful orchestration and a racing tempo that represents a mile-long bike ride at a rapid pace.…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Carl Schroeder
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Attaching such objects as tambourine jingles, guitar string, coins, aluminum packets filled with rice, & rubber erasers, Von Hansen has created a unique work for solo vibraphone, extending the sonic palette and keeping audiences and performers engaged.…
Style:
Solo Works
Composer:
Von Hansen
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications