Percussion

Commissioned by Keith Aleo (Florida Philharmonic) and Nancy Stagnitta (Baltimore Opera Orchestra) for percussion and flute. Each movement of Visions and Apparitions depicts various aspects of Catholic Mysticism.Genre: Duet...

This duo is a captivating piece that is great for recitals. The marimba part requires four-mallet independence and one-handed rolls. An expressive and romantic duo for a wonderful combination of instruments. Genre: Duet for...

Voyager is an exciting work for two players on one 4.6-octave marimba. This work is rhythmically driven and is scored in a unique modality that should create an enjoyable experience for the audience while still presenting a...

Set in 6/8 time, Welcomed with Fanfare is a thrilling work for brass quintet and percussion that takes you on a tour of several key signatures in its brief 2-1/2 minute duration.Genre: Brass Quintet + Percussion | # of...

The popularity of Dave Hollinden's multiple percussion solos resulted in much anticipation for his concerto for percussion & orchestra, what clarity?. Set in two large sections, it is a true tour de force for both the...

The Whole Toy Laid Down was inspired by an extended daydream about a mechanical wind-up toy. With that as a starting point, my goal was to fuse the energy of rock style drumming with classical performance technique,...

Named after a 70’s album by the group, Kool & The Gang, Wild & Peaceful was written for and dedicated to saxophonist Joseph Lulloff. Lulloff is a saxophonist equally adept at playing energetic, jazzy and...

Adapted from the second movement of Calissi’s solo marimba work “Windsong,” Windsong 2.0 adds a second marimba part for a tour-de-force showpiece for two percussionists. The fast-paced piece features...

A three-movement ode to American radio, Wooden Triptych constantly "flips" through and combines a variety of musical genres in a way listeners are sure to enjoy! The work can be performed by a variety of instruments,...

This piece was written in honor and memory of the composers Mother, LaRene McCarthy, a gifted soprano. You, Who Sang in Summer depicts aspects of her personality, her faith, and her commitment to her children.Genre: Mixed...

Zarabanda is in several sections with a Latin style rhythm that occasionally gets interrupted by accented outbursts from the ensemble. As the piece develops and moves from section to section, new rhythmic and melodic ideas...