Opening with a short rolled mallet section, this piece quickly moves into a fast and rhythmic romp for the entire ensemble. Memorable melodies are masterfully...
from Quatre Pièces Caractéristiques, Op. 5, No. 2
Caprice à la Boléro combines a driving rhythmic undercurrent with lyrical melodicism, and as a marimba duet...
Style: Percussion, Chamber
Arranger / Composer: Schumann, Clara; Blessinger, Martin
After a brief, driving introduction, the mood changes to one of mystery and dramatic freedom. The ensuing section represents the dance-like nature of the piece...
Sections alternate between 4/4 and 6/8 in this lively solo by Steve Riley. Very tonal set-up of F-C-D-F.Grade Level: 3 Copyright: 2000 Number of Players: 1...
High energy piece set in many different meters, starting in 7/8. Opportunities for many players to perform cadenzas. The final section of the piece uses the...
Faded Snapshot is a rather melancholy duet for marimba and vibraphone that looks back on a pair of freinds' college years with fondness, and the memories might...
Goodbye and Go Begin is a work for a large percussion ensemble that can be played by as few as 8 players or as many players as the conductor may choose.Grade...
An entertaining and challenging solo for the serious percussionist. Melodious themes and driving rhythms punctuate this work and make it a treat for performer...
This driving percussion quartet features a constantly changing sense of pulse that can be found in many genres of music, including East African folk music,...
Sonic Adventures for Percussion Ensemble was created as a supplement to current repertoire that addresses a continuing need for pedagogical literature that is...