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Inspired by the Ralph Waldo Emerson quote, "What lies behind us and what lies before us are small matters compared to what lies within us," this lush, reflective work for keyboard percussion ensemble takes listeners on an...

Whatcha Baion? is designed to be a flexible composition for early percussion programs or schools that desire to introduce students to percussion ensemble. It opens with a 2/3 clave, systematically layers additional...

When We Rise... is a high energy large percussion ensemble piece that provides challenges for any kind of player in your ensemble. It was written to provide a space for all to be able to play no matter their playing level...

Where The Minor Things Are is a great challenge for an intermediate percussion ensemble. The first part features a 3:4 polyrhythmic groove and opportunities to highlight many members of the ensemble. The second part is more...

While It Lasts is a metallic-forward percussion ensemble that explores one’s perception of time, beginning with atmospheric bowed vibraphones and gradually building in tempo, color, and intensity throughout. This piece...

Whiplash is an exciting work for percussion quartet that showcases an ensemble’s aggression and finesse. The intensity of the piece is sure to thrill audiences and performers alike. Genre: Percussion Ensemble | # of...

This driving, perpetual motion work for percussion ensemble is quite a departure for David Gillingham. Lightning fast interplay between the 8 players makes for a thrill ride that will leave you begging for more.Genre:...

Who is the Chairman? is a groovy, theatrical quartet placing percussionists on and around four wooden chairs. Each player is required to play on the chair’s legs, seat, and back, plus the soles of their shoes with...

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,...

This three-movement work for 7 percussionists explores many of the possibilities of the whole tone scale. It is not only a sound piece of music, but also a fantastic teaching tool. Genre: Percussion Ensemble | # of...

Composed with four clear sections, with the quarter note at either 84 or 144, each part is linked together very musically. A complete spectrum of dynamic ranges are explored throughout, with softer moments at the beginning...

Written for the Tempus Fugit percussion group, Winged Chariot features a balanced ensemble of pitches and non-pitched percussion to create a work of both vigor and drive.Genre: Percussion Ensemble | # of Players: 5 Level:...

Written as a pops percussion ensemble piece, Winged Victory pays homage to the funky theme from the movie, “Rocky.” Your students and your audiences will love it!Genre: Percussion Ensemble | # of Players: 8...

Wired Beats is a collection of nine percussion ensembles written for two or more beginning to intermediate players. Utilizing the standard beginning percussion kit, these ensembles incorporate playing on the drum pad, pad...

Exquisite arrangement for xylophone feature and marimba ensemble. Genre: Percussion Ensemble | # of Players: 6 Level: Medium | Duration: InstrumentationSolo Xylophone Marimba 1 Marimba 2 Marimba 3 Marimba 4 (4.3-octave)...

Electric bass in the context of a contemporary percussion ensemble piece – WOW! The possibilities are endless for the programming of this piece. Many changing meters and quick exchanges between soloist and ensemble...