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Spitfire II is a tour-de-force work for solo euphonium and percussion ensemble that takes your breath away from the first flourish of 16th notes and doesn't let go until the final note. Caution: Not for the feint of heart...

The title Spun is a play on the term Fortspinnung, which can be translated to "spinning forth." After a slow & ominous introduction, the quick perpetual motion of the piece (primarily set in 12/8 meter) creates the...

Stained Glass is an absolute classic for percussion that has become a staple in the repertoire. Cast in three continuous movements – Foyers, Cathedrals and Suncatchers – the piece was inspired by the beauty and...

Streams was is a percussion trio that utilizes a similar set-ups for all of the players. The percussion writing displays a very dynamic, linear style. Genre: Percussion Ensemble | # of Players: 3 Level: Medium Difficult |...

Not to be played conservatively, Street Spiders sends us into a Terminator-esque dystopia of giant robotic spiders battling to a soundtrack derived from 80’s/90’s metal and electronic music.Genre: Percussion...

This arrangement of the second movement of Ravel’s String Quartet in F Major captures the essence of the original and translates it to the world of mallet percussion. The arrangement utilizes six marimbas to capture...

A lyrical, engaging, and melodically rich piece of music that captures the essence of Russian folk melodies, String Quartet No. 2 - II. Scherzo offers a unique opportunity for percussionists to perform 19th-century chamber...

Genre: Percussion Ensemble | # of Players: 6 Level: Medium Difficult | Duration: 8:45 InstrumentationPlayer 1 (4 Bongos, Splash Cymbal, 2 Suspended Cymbals, 4 Triangles, 2 Pipes) Player 2 (Tambourine, 5 Temple Blocks, 2...

Essentially a two-mallet work for each performer, the Suite for Keyboard Percussion demands excellent technique from all four players. The first and third movements create exciting rhythmical textures in contrast with the...

This exciting and challenging percussion septet uses heroic chord progressions throughout which gives a cinematic quality. Each player is given an opportunity to shine and the ensemble is full of interesting textures...

Characterized by intriguing instrument combinations, techniques, and colors, Surfacing is a beautiful & challenging work for percussion orchestra that should not be missed.Genre: Percussion Ensemble | # of Players: 12 +...

Focused around swelling chords, driving rhythms, and a highly syncopated and energetic tune, this work constantly gathers momentum until it ends on a rapidly pulsing chord in the upper register of the keyboards.Genre:...

Syzygy, meaning the alignment of celestial bodies, is reflected in this work for mallet ensemble. The piece uses multiple rhythmic and melodic themes to create a juxtaposition between feelings of tension and calmness.Genre:...

Taking its inspiration from the Gypsy music of Hungary and from the film music of Bernard Hermann, Tanc Szervusz features two xylophonists showing off amongst a vibraphone, crotales, and marimba quartet.Genre: Solo Xylophone...

Tantango Dongo was inspired by West African music, with flowing transitions in a minimalistic style and traditional African instrumentation. Wide, desert, sun, drums, and dance: just TANTANGO DONGO.Genre: Percussion Ensemble...

Tears of Apollo is a musical portrayal of three stages of man’s relationship to God: I. Age of Fire, II. Age of Reason, and III. Age of Heaven. Four challenging mallet parts make this a must for your college ensemble...