Land of Rest is dedicated to the victims who lost their homes and loved ones in the floods of Hurricane Floyd. The title of the composition is also the name of the American folk hymn-tune which is introduced in the middle of the piece. This simple but lovely…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Robert Palmer
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
After a free introduction setting the mood for the sounds of the night, Palmer moves into a quicker driving section providing playful exchanges between all instruments leading to the exciting conclusion to Night Sounds.
Grade Level: 3 Copyright: 2002 Number…
Style:
Percussion, Woodwind
Composer:
Robert Palmer
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Dustin Mallory's Quarantine Dreams captures the essence of pandemic life in an engaging and accessible piece. Written for 2 percussionists, the piece is inspired by minimalist composers and offers an introduction to 4-mallet technique.Program NotesThis piece…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
Dustin Mallory
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Toccata in Dance Rhythm is an exploration of polyrhythm and color in the band/wind ensemble medium. Multiple overlapping layers of sound are employed in a way that is suggestive at times of jazz or African rhythms. A contrasting middle section highlights…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Robert Palmer
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Wildfire was designed as a concert opener with a melody that spreads like a wildfire. The rhythms and soaring melodies grab your attention and don’t let up until the final note. The audience cannot helped but be wrapped up in your performance with this fast,…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Patrick Smith
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications