Fluidity layers various syncopated and non-syncopated patterns together to produce an undulating effect that creates an interesting and meditative atmosphere.Program NotesWhen you accurately perceive the fluidity of things, you can also begin to perceive the…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
Steven Simpson
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
A charming and expressive solo for marimba that allows the modern marimbist to get a second look at Satie's music from another angle. Perfect for an interim piece on your next recital.Program NotesErik Satie’s piano work Pièces Froides (1897) is comprised of…
Style:
Solo Works
Composer:
Erik Satie, Mark Berry
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Radioactive Octopus was inspired by the earthquake and subsequent nuclear disaster that occurred in Japan in March of 2011. Each player represents two of the tentacles of the octopus, and a visual movement of the octopus is portrayed through imitation of…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
Steven Simpson
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Straight Ahead, G. is a hard-swinging blues channelling the sound and style of the "New Testament" era of the Count Basie Orchestra.
Grade Level: 4 Copyright: 2021 Publisher: Brolga Music Series: Jazz Repertoire Series Category: Jazz Ensemble
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Style:
Jazz Ensemble
Composer:
Niels Rosendahl
Publisher:
Brolga Music
As the title of suggests, The Quintessential Count is a homage to the famous collaborations between Count Basie, Quincy Jones … and Sammy Nestico - the reference to whose name is omitted in the title to facilitate brevity. However, those familiar with the…
Style:
Jazz Ensemble
Composer:
Niels Rosendahl
Publisher:
Brolga Music