Written for marimbist Nina Fujisawa, Daiki Kato's arrangement of the classic hymn Amazing Grace explores the full range of the marimba, featuring lush rolls, arpeggiated flourishes, and bluesy elements, making it a unique addition to the repertoire.
Grade…
Style:
Solo Works
Composer:
Daiki Kato
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
This delightful waltz gives your performers and audience the feeling of a lovely ride on an old-time carousel. As you circle around, the carousel horse gently moves up and down to the soothing music. The piece then moves to a melancholy theme as the ride is…
Style:
String Orchestra
Composer:
Erica Donahoe
Publisher:
Excelcia Music Publishing
Commissioned by and dedicated to euphonium player Mai Kokubo, Elegy for Euphonium & Marimba is a reflective, emotional work work for euphonium and marimba that tugs at the heart strings.
Grade Level: Intermediate Copyright: 2023 Number of Players: 2…
Style:
Brass, Percussion
Composer:
Daiki Kato
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Newcomer Erica Donahoe gives us a piece that could easily fit on any contest and festival program. Full of opportunities for advanced playing by each section of the string orchestra, this piece fits on any concert program.
Grade Level: 4 Copyright: 2021…
Style:
String Orchestra
Composer:
Erica Donahoe
Publisher:
Excelcia Music Publishing
Composed for the T.U. Percussion Ensemble (Taiwan) 5th Anniversary Concert, Lullaby for Peace is a tuneful, lyrical solo that takes full advantage of the deep resonance of the marimba.
Grade Level: Intermediate Copyright: 2023 Number of Players: 1 Duration: 4…
Style:
Solo Works
Composer:
Daiki Kato
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Written in G minor and using primarily the pentatonic scale, students will love the dark and brooding sound of this piece. Cello and Bass players are featured throughout with exciting bass lines that define the piece. The entire orchestra will have lots of…
Style:
String Orchestra
Composer:
Erica Donahoe
Publisher:
Excelcia Music Publishing
Featuring snippets of Jingle Bells, Auld Lang Syne, Joy to the World, and more, this musical mash-up includes all the holiday hits! Students will have fun learning this upbeat number with arrangements that are accessible and interesting. Mistletoe Mix-up will…
Style:
String Orchestra
Composer:
Erica Donahoe
Publisher:
Excelcia Music Publishing
Originally written for solo piano, Ravel's Pavane pour une infante défunte is a slow processional dance that expresses his nostalgic enthusiasm for Spanish customs and sensibilities. Kato has brilliantly scored the work for the rich combination of flute and…
Style:
Woodwind, Percussion
Composer:
Daiki Kato
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Fauré's Pavane, Op. 50 in F-sharp minor was originally written for solo piano, but is better known in his version for orchestra. Kato has masterfully scored this popular work for keyboard percussion trio, introducing a brand new audience to this gorgeous…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
Daiki Kato
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Written for the Japanese marimba quartet 4hearts, Ride on the Wings of Hope aims to bring you happiness, whether listening or performing. It was inspired by the composer's hometown of Ogaki, Japan, which is an historic city of water with the beautiful Suimon…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
Daiki Kato
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications