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Duets for an Occasion: 5 Popular Classical Arrangements for Vibraphone & Marimba
Genre: Duet for Vibraphone & Marimba
# of Players: 2
Level: Medium | Duration: 16:00 total
Publisher: C. Alan Publications | Copyright: 2018
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Item #:
24700
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Notes & Instrumentation
Duets for an Occasion was designed to provide a multitude of performance opportunities for vibraphone/marimba duo through arrangements of popular classical tunes in contemporary settings, such as weddings, recitals, receptions, studio classes, concert preludes, and more. All of the arrangements require four mallets, a 3-octave vibraphone, and a 4.3-octave (low A) marimba.
Genre: Duet for Vibraphone & Marimba | # of Players: 2
Level: Medium | Duration: 16:00 total
Instrumentation
Vibraphone (3-octave)
Marimba (4.3-octave)
Program Notes
Duets for an Occasion was designed to provide a multitude of performance opportunities for vibraphone/marimba duo through arrangements of popular classical tunes in contemporary settings, such as weddings, recitals, receptions, studio classes, concert preludes, and more. All of the arrangements require four mallets, a 3-octave vibraphone, and a 4.3-octave (low A) marimba. The collection includes the following arrangements:Simple Gifts (Shaker Tune) by Joseph Brackett
Going Home (from Symphony No. 9, Mvt. II) by Antonín Dvorák
Canon (from Canon & Gigue in D major, P. 37) by Johann Pachelbel
Jupiter ("Thaxted" from The Planets) by Gustav Holst
Joyful, Joful! (from Symphony No. 9, Mvt. IV) by Ludwig van Beethoven -
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Jupiter, "The Planets" (from 'Duets for an Occasion') - Holst/N. Daughtrey
"Duets for an Occasion" was designed to provide a multitude of performance opportunities for vibraphone/marimba duo through arrangements of popular classical tunes in contemporary settings, such as weddings, recitals, receptions, studio classes, concert preludes, and more. All of the arrangements require four mallets, a 3-octave vibraphone, and a 4.3-octave (low A) marimba. Published by C. Alan Publications (http://c-alanpublications.com/duets-f...) Performed by Nathan Daughtrey & Eric Willie Audio Engineer: Bryce Craig -
Joyful, Joyful! (from 'Duets for an Occasion') arr. by Nathan Daughtrey
Duets for an Occasion was designed to provide a multitude of performance opportunities for vibraphone/marimba duo through arrangements of popular classical tunes in contemporary settings, such as weddings, recitals, receptions, studio classes, concert preludes, and more. All of the arrangements require four mallets, a 3-octave vibraphone, and a 4.3-octave (low A) marimba. Published by C. Alan Publications (http://c-alanpublications.com/duets-for-an-occasion/) Performed by Nathan Daughtrey & Eric Willie Audio Engineer: Bryce Craig
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Percussive Notes New Literature Review
Duets for an Occasion is a collection of five classical arrangements intended for weddings, receptions, and other contemporary venues. The set includes works by Antonín Dvorák, Johann Pachelbel, Gustav Holst, Ludwig van Beethoven, and Joseph Brackett—each masterfully adapted for marimba and vibraphone. All arrangements require strong four-mallet technique from both players, making these appropriate for collegiate or professional-level percussionists.
Nathan Daughtrey has always provided exceptional detail in his pieces, and this collection is no exception. Each arrangement comes with performance notes describing which player has the melody and which has the supporting role. Additionally, Daughtrey makes suggestions on ways to enhance the performance by adding optional shakers, drum set, or cajon. I would argue the marimba parts tend to be more challenging than the vibraphone parts, particularly regarding hand-to-hand independence. However, both players are responsible for a rhythmically dense series of notes throughout each of the five arrangements. Rewarding for performers and audience members alike, Duets for an Occasion is a great addition to the repertoire.
Danielle Moreau
Percussive Notes
Vol. 57, No. 4, September 2019 Danielle Moreau on Jul 15th 2022
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