Adapted from the original version for solo marimba and percussion quartet, Halcyon Deconstruction seeks to emulate the sounds of traditional acoustic percussion instruments while gradually devolving into a much more electronic atmosphere. Programmatically,…
Style:
Solo Works
Composer:
Nathan Daughtrey
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
One of Liszt's most famous solo piano works, Hungarian Rhapsody No. 2 remains one of the most virtuosic in the repertoire as well. Daughtrey and Lasley have attempted to recreate the showy, virtuosic nature of this masterpiece in their challenging adaptation…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
Nathan Daughtrey, M. Lasley, Liszt
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
The title Immortal Dream is taken from a verse of the traditional Irish ballad “Old Skibereen.” This poignant song is full of tragedy and passion, describing the Irish famine of 1846-47, in which Skibereen was one of the most severely stricken regions and…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
Nathan Daughtrey
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Xylophone Feature
Irish Washerwoman is one of the most well-known and beloved Irish jigs. This arrangement for solo xylophone and concert band originally appeared in a collection of Irish tunes for xylophone and marimba trio, titled "The Celtic Xylophone,…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Nathan Daughtrey
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Inspired by a visit to the Cathedral of San Jose in Montevideo, the broad, horizontal chords of the andante represent Mangore's impressions of the organist playing Bach chorales in the cathedral. The ensuing allegro symbolizes his leaving the calm, spiritual…
Style:
Solo Works
Composer:
Barrios, Nathan Daughtrey
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
This piece is an arpeggio etude, originally for guitar, set in a fast-paced 12/8 which showcases the virtuosic qualities of the marimba.Program NotesAgustín Barrios Mangoré (1885-1944) was one of the most successful and influential guitarist/composers of the…
Style:
Solo Works
Composer:
Barrios, Nathan Daughtrey
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Commissioned by the NC Chapter of the Percussive Arts Society to honor composer & percussionist Lynn Glassock, Legacies is a rousing work of great depth and variety. Using a similar instrumentation and rhythmic quotes from Glassock's classic work Factions…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
Nathan Daughtrey
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
The work opens rather mysteriously with fragments of the tune thrown about the ensemble and echoes of the bodhran (a traditional Irish drum) emulated by a dampened bass drum. A raucous drumming section ensues and gives way to the first full presentation of…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
Nathan Daughtrey
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Using instrumentation found in most high school situations, Lost Souls is based on a simple original theme that goes through several transformations, moods and textures. Even though only 5 players are utilized, the piece is still very powerful.Program…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
Nathan Daughtrey
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Lullaby for PJ is dedicated to the composer's beautiful baby daughter, born on May 9, 2016. Unlike most of the piece in the Ignite series, this work exposes students to playing delicately at a fairly slow tempo.Program NotesLullaby for PJ is dedicated to my…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
Nathan Daughtrey
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications