Using text from a sonnet by John Keats, Souza weaves together unique sonic textures by requiring the percussionist to play simultaneously on marimba,...
(Children's Songs)
Canções Infantis was inspired by the birth of the composer's third niece, and first goddaughter, Beatriz. These short character pieces...
(Children's Songs)
Canções Infantis was inspired by the birth of the composer's third niece, and first goddaughter, Beatriz. These short character pieces...
Caxixando is a short solo for a pair of caxixis, which are instruments typical of northeast Brazil. The title is a respelling of the word coshishando, which...
The Circus Bee is a circus march composed by Henry Fillmore in February 1908. The march is named after an imaginary circus newspaper and reflects Fillmore's...
This two-movement work paints a sonic landscape filled with exotic timbres and evocative sonorities. The first movement uses extended techniques throughout the...
Based on a Brazilian poem, Fartura is a challenging work for ethnic percussion that utilizes many indigenous rhythms of Brazil. The work requires a greal deal...
Mysterious beginning leads to a power house piece. Perfect combination of keyboard percussion and batterie percussion that will entice listeners of all ages....
A unique incorporation of Brazilian dance rhythms into a work designed to emulate Bartok's music for a composition class. A truly one of a kind marimba solo....
Savage Ritual is a musical depiction of the anxiety and drama that accompanied the sacrificial rites as practiced by the Aztecs in 15th century Mexico. A free...