Diabolic Variations

Scored for nine keyboard percussion plus timpani, Helble's fine work builds upon his keen understanding and experience in writing sophisticated marimba compositions. A beautifully tonal piece, Diabolic Variations requires outstanding technique and a great deal of musical sensitivity from all ten players.

Grade Level: 5
Copyright: 1986
Number of Players: 13
Duration: 9:45
Publisher: OU Percussion Press
Category: Percussion

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Instrumentation

Crotales
Bells
Vibraphone
Chimes
Xylophone
Marimba I (4.3-octave)
Marimba II (4.3-octave)
Marimba III (4.3-octave)
Bass Marimba (5-octave)
Timpani