Doppeltone (Flex Perc Ens 3-6)

German for “double tone” or “two tones,” Doppeltone utilizes three primary performers utilizing two non-pitched instruments that produce different tones. The piece can be performed as a trio consisting of performers playing two snare drums, two concert toms, and two congas. Colors and timbres can be increased with the optional addition of three more performers.

Genre: Flex Percussion Ensemble | # of Players: 3-6
Series: Ignite Series
Level: Medium Easy | Duration: 2:40

Instrumentation
Conductor's Score (8.5"x11" stapled booklet)

Required for Performance
Player 1: 2 Snare Drums (contrasting high & low), Triangle
Player 2: 2 Concert Toms (may substitute drum set toms), Cymbal (with sticks)
Player 3: 2 Congas (may substitute with bongos or toms di erent than Player 2), Tambourine

Bonus Parts
Player 4: Cymbals: Crash, Ride, Sizzle, China, Suspended, Ribbon Crasher (or loose Hi-Hat)
Player 5: Wind Chimes, Suspended Cymbal, 2 Temple Blocks (may substitute woodblocks or jam blocks)
Player 6: Concert Bass Drum

Program Notes
German for “double tone” or “two tones,” Doppeltone utilizes three primary performers utilizing two non-pitched instruments that produce different tones. The piece can be performed as a trio consisting of performers playing two snare drums, two concert toms, and two congas. Colors and timbres can be increased with the optional addition of three more performers.

The IGNITE Series
This unique series was designed specifically for young percussionists as they experience the magic of playing in a percussion ensemble. Each piece provides the director and students with great flexibility – from the number of players to the tempo to the instrumentation. Light a fire under your students today!