An interesting work filled with rhythmic activity and slow, sad moments of reflection. Each percussionist of this sextet helps to represent the hummingbird, capable of stasis by extremely rapid movement.Program NotesHummingbird was written between Fall 2003…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
Stephen Rush
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
The piece is a study in non-pitched loudness, and reflects a strong Afro-Caribbean influence, specifically influences of Congolese dance music and the Costa Rican version of the Calypso. The transitions are very reflective of transitions found in Congolese…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
Stephen Rush
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
This delightful musical representation of a casual walk in the park will challenge most beginning ensembles through it's tight rhythmic integration. Like all pieces in the Ignite Series, the instrumentation is flexible to suit the needs of any school program.…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
Donna Bohn
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications