Charleston is meant to depict experiences in the city of Charleston, SC. The first movement Harbourview is an unhurried chorale-like setting with several short...
At a time when the UK is gripped by turbulent times British composer Michael Brand has taken themes from Holst’s Jupiter from his ‘Planets’ Suite (including...
Marimba Feature
Lacuna is a solo for marimba with percussion trio accompaniment. The first section is a combination of chordal and independent stickings in...
Land of Rest is dedicated to the victims who lost their homes and loved ones in the floods of Hurricane Floyd. The title of the composition is also the name of...
Magnolia Pastorale was written for marimba and piano duo set to a peaceful and calm chorale-like setting. Composed in a loose ternary form with rapid passages...
Modus Operandi is a combination of two distinct melodies. The first is a blues scale over a constantly moving sixteenth note motive. The second is a...
A delightful work for trombone and marimba that captures the playful nature of both instruments. Fun and lighthearted, Music and Motion would be great on your...
Based on a Scottish folk melody, Michael Brand's idyllic yet dramatic My Love is Like a Red, Red Rose is a great fit for any concert!Program NotesAccording to...
After a free introduction setting the mood for the sounds of the night, Palmer moves into a quicker driving section providing playful exchanges between all...