Chakalaka

Chakalaka is an energetic solo for multi-percussion and electronic accompaniment that is heavily influenced by electronic music ranging from glitch-hop to drum 'n' bass and progressive trance The conglomeration of shimmering synths, driving bass lines, and funky rhythms are all outlined by the acoustic sounds from the soloist.

Program Notes

Chakalaka is an energetic solo for multi-percussion and electronic accompaniment. Heavily influenced by the music of electronic artists such as Andrew Bayer and Mat Zo, Chakalaka combines elements from a variety of sub-genres - ranging from glitch-hop to drum 'n' bass and progressive trance - through the conglomeration of shimmering synths, driving bass lines, and funky rhythms, all outlined by the acoustic sounds from the soloist. The title refers to the motif presented throughout the piece, which is established within the work's opening measures.

Grade Level: 4
Copyright: 2014
Number of Players: 1
Duration: 8:00

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Instrumentation

Kick Bass Drum
2 Toms
Snare Drum
Bongos
Splash Cymbal