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Passport (Perc Ens 8)

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Genre: Percussion Ensemble
# of Players: 8
Level: Medium | Duration: 3:30
Publisher: C. Alan Publications | Copyright: 2020

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  • Notes & Instrumentation

    Using common band room instruments, Passport provides an engaging challenge for an older middle-school or a younger high-school percussion octet. Each player will require a strong sense of rhythm and dynamic expression to bring this musical journey to life. Flowing melody, lush textures, and driving rhythms make this piece a great addition to any concert.

    Genre: Percussion Ensemble | # of Players: 8
    Level: Medium | Duration: 3:30

    Instrumentation
    Player 1: Glockenspiel, Bongos
    Player 2: Vibraphone
    Player 3: Marimba (4-octave)*
    Player 4: Marimba (4.3-octave)*
    Player 5: Congas, Suspended Cymbal
    Player 6: Suspended Cymbal, Triangle, Wind Chimes
    Player 7: Bass Drum
    Player 8: 4 Timpani

    *Players 3 & 4 may share one 4.3-octave marimba.

    Program Notes
    While reviewing scales with one of my middle school percussion classes, I pointed out a feature of the E-flat scale’s layout on the keyboard. A set of notes quickly jumped out, as well as the number sequence 1-2-2-2-1. The set of notes, which make up an Fm7 chord, grew into the first and last section of the piece. In fact, minus the occasional B-flat, the only notes all mallet players use in those sections are E-flat, F, Ab, or C. There is a slight tonal shift in the middle section, during which the number sequence 1-2-2-2-1 inspires several rhythms used around the ensemble.

    Because a small, fixed set of notes is used for much of the piece, the overall mood is reminiscent of various folk music traditions from around the world. Without a specific culture in mind, I hope that Passport can simply be a means for an enjoyable musical journey.

    - J.T.

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    1. Percussive Notes New Literature Review

      This new work evokes the music of different cultures, specifically folk music. Although there is no specific culture, the mood creates the feel of non-Western traditions. The piece is primarily based around the keyboards, with the bells and vibraphone forming the main melodic material, and with the percussion acting in an accompaniment role.

      All performers only need two mallets, with the material being primarily based on arpeggiations. At only about 3½-minutes in length, this piece would be great for a younger high school or junior high group. The work evokes the sound of other cultures without being specific, which helps with the piece’s accessibility. Josh Turner has provided a fun piece for younger groups that is sure to please audiences, and it would be a great addition to any percussion ensemble concert.

      Josh Armstrong
      Percussive Notes
      Vol. 59, No. 6, December 2021
      on Jul 5th 2022

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