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...
Contemplations at the Fountain (Double Concerto for Vibraphone, Marimba and Orchestra) explores a palette of different emotions – thoughtfulness, doubts and...
The Dead by Kevin Joest is a unique piece for Marimba and 3-part speaking chorus. Each vocal part should have 2 or more performers, as there is a section where...
Based around an Afro-Cuban rhythm called the Naningo, Hornaningo is in a 6/8 groove, mostly present in the marimba part. The piece begins with the introduction...
Joest's conventional harmonies, peaceful textures, and simple melodic line and motive make for a wonderfully soothing piece. Be sure to add this one to your...
Attaching such objects as tambourine jingles, guitar string, coins, aluminum packets filled with rice, & rubber erasers, Von Hansen has created a unique...
Lullaby for Soprano & Vibraphone
Based on the John Donne poem "A Valediction Forbidding Mourning", the lovely Twin Compasses is a lullaby for soprano...