...all things hastened back to Unity uses Greek philosopher Xenophanes' quote as a basis for its structure and motivic development. From an eight measure chord progression and a single arpeggiation pattern come all melodic and rhythmic material for the work.…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
J.B. Smith
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Based on the old English Sussex Mummers Carol, Zaninelli artfully combines original and traditional melodic elements to produce an exciting modern version of this memorable carol.Program NotesThis is actually two works in one. We first hear a slow melodic…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Luigi Zaninelli
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Using the Latin text, Zaninelli has created a moving work filled with great lyrical elegance and fervor.Program NotesUsing the Latin text, Zaninelli has created a moving work filled with great lyrical elegance and fervor.
Grade Level: 3 Copyright: 2009…
Style:
Mixed Choir
Composer:
Luigi Zaninelli
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
The piece opens freely with a quick 32nd note pattern to be repeated ad lib with written dead strokes to be interspersed throughout. Out of this section comes a more structured multi-meter section (4/4, 7/4, 5/4, 6/4) before settling in 10/8. Independent…
Style:
Solo Works
Composer:
J.B. Smith
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Castel Sant'Angelo
The Castle of Saint Angelo, built in 139AD, has a rich history in Rome - from being used as a mausoleum to a fortress to a papal residence and place of refuge for the pope. It is a magnificent example of the temporal and spiritual power…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Luigi Zaninelli
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
After a free, improvisatory opening, Choice moves into a rhythmically exciting dance-like section in 6/8. The performer is required to play polyrhythms between the hands as if the music can’t decide whether it is in 6/8 or 2/4. It then dies down into a final…
Style:
Solo Works
Composer:
J.B. Smith
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Percussion Sextet Feature
High energy piece with much interplay within the soloist group and between the soloists and the band.
Grade Level: 4 Copyright: 2004 Number of Players: Standard + 6 Duration: 12:00 Publisher: C. Alan Publications Type: With Soloist…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
J.B. Smith
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
for 6 Solo Percussion…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
J.B. Smith
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Concerto Breve is a dramatic work for solo piano and woodwnid quintet that showcases the versatility of the piano as it weaves in and out of the quintet textures, taking the listener on a sonic journey through many moods.Program NotesConcerto Breve is a…
Style:
Woodwind, Brass
Composer:
Luigi Zaninelli
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Traditional Latin rhythms comprise this ostinato-based piece. Player 1 acts as a soloist throughout, though the other players have improvisation opportunities as well. Includes CD accompaniment.Program NotesOne of the first pieces to notate conga technique.…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
J.B. Smith
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications