Apparitions for solo marimba reflects on the notion of a memory, thought, or sensation that has a tendency to resurface.Program NotesApparition: “an unusual or...
Asante is Swahili for “thank you.” Written for the developing percussion ensemble, Asante will introduce young percussionists to syncopated melodic rhythms....
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...
A nod to ‘Surf Music’ made popular throughout Hawaii and Southern California in the 1960’s, Cowabunga Rock provides developing performers the opportunity to...
Joseph Hellmesberger was a late romantic composer best known for his works for chamber groups and operetta. Danse Diabolique, scored for percussion ensemble,...
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...
Dénia is written for percussion ensemble in the style of a Spanish Flamenco. Flexible mallet voicing allows for a variety of melodic timbres; accompanies by a...
for Percussion Quintet
Echoes of Kohala aims to recreate the rich tones of Hawaiian Pahu drums using common instruments found in most music programs.Program...
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...
This exciting work for percussion quintet replicates timbres authentic to eastern drum ensembles with common western instrumentation. It offers featured...