Ad Astra is an exploration of minimalism, composite rhythms, and texture. It is influenced by Steve Reich's Nagoya Marimbas in the sense that all of the...
for Solo Timpani & Percussion Trio
Elemental Dances is a work for 5 timpani and percussion trio based on several segments of Native American music, mixing...
Jamming in a Lifeboat is a blues with a perky medium-tempo groove. The section writing in this work provides opportunity to reinforce rhythmic and intonation...
With two featured soloists playing vibraphone and marimba, the music of Lightbringers is dedicated wholeheartedly to the sense of cooperation and optimism we...
Concerto for Timpani & Wind Ensemble
Mjölnir is a concerto for timpani accompanied by either piano or wind ensemble. The music of the concerto follows...
Attaching such objects as tambourine jingles, guitar string, coins, aluminum packets filled with rice, & rubber erasers, Von Hansen has created a unique...