This three-movement composition is a first-rate masterpiece. Led by the ensemble of mallet instruments, the first and second movements feature gorgeous contrapuntal lines while the third movement sets up a syncopated groove in 3. You will not be disappointed…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
David J. Long
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Syzygy, meaning the alignment of celestial bodies, is reflected in this work for mallet ensemble. The piece uses multiple rhythmic and melodic themes to create a juxtaposition between feelings of tension and calmness.Program NotesSyzygy, meaning the alignment…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
Matthew Curley
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
A festive ensemble piece with a Latin flair. Developing ensembles will enjoy performing this on your next concert.
Grade Level: 3 Copyright: 2007 Number of Players: 8 Duration: 4:30 Publisher: C. Alan Publications Type: Octet Series: Edge Series Category:…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
Mario Gaetano
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Written with two solo sections for any soloist throughout the ensemble, and with one eight bar section at the beginning and the other open ended vamp section half way through, this relaxed work lends itself to both ensemble and solo performers. In addition,…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
Pete Zambito
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Originally composed in 1910 for violin and piano, Tambourin Chinois has become a very popular showpiece in the repertoire. Edward Bach has reimagined it here as an exciting solo xylophone feature with brass quintet accompaniment.Program Notes"I don’t mind…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
Edward Bach, Kreisler
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Taking its inspiration from the Gypsy music of Hungary and from the film music of Bernard Hermann, Tanc Szervusz features two xylophonists showing off amongst a vibraphone, crotales, and marimba quartet.Program NotesTanc Szervusz takes its inspiration from…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
Alex Orfaly
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Wonderful special effects are created throughout this piece meant to emulate the sounds of Middle Eastern music. Exciting, high-energy piece.Program NotesCommissioned by the North Carolina chapter of the Percussive Arts Society. Wonderful special effects are…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
Scott Meister
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Tears of Apollo is a musical portrayal of three stages of man’s relationship to God: I. Age of Fire, II. Age of Reason, and III. Age of Heaven. Four challenging mallet parts make this a must for your college ensemble.Program NotesTears of Apollo is a musical…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
Jonathan Green
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Inspired by techno music, a type of electronic dance music developed in the 80s, Techno-Pop explores the sounds of the era. This is a very rhythmic composition that uses a variety of syncopated 16th note patterns throughout. A percussion break section leads…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
Nathan Daughtrey
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Tempest Black depicts a typical Spring thunderstorm, as we are likely to see in Kansas. The piece offers contrasts in tempos, moods, and extensive rhythmic interplay between the 7 players.Program NotesTempest Black was composed for Shawnee Mission South High…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
Keith Larson
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications