7 Players

Written with two solo sections for any soloist throughout the ensemble, and with one eight bar section at the beginning and the other open ended vamp section half way through, this relaxed work lends itself to both ensemble...

Originally from a suite for solo harpsichord in E minor, Rameau’s Tambourin has been transposed, simplified, and scored for young flexible percussion ensemble by Michael Huestis. The Tambourin is a spirited dance form...

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...

Inspired by the lively street festivals along the malecón, this high-energy work for flexible percussion ensemble captures the vibrant spirit of the celebrations through striking percussion textures and engaging...

Tapas is a Sanskrit word meaning “fervor, heat, fire, and energy gained by devoting one’s thoughts and actions toward a particular goal.” In this multi-part composition each section’s goal is achieved...

Wonderful special effects are created throughout this piece meant to emulate the sounds of Middle Eastern music. Exciting, high-energy piece.Genre: Percussion Ensemble | # of Players: 7 Level: Medium Easy | Duration: 5:35...

Wonderful special effects are created throughout this piece meant to emulate the sounds of Middle Eastern music. Exciting, high-energy piece.Genre: Percussion Ensemble | # of Players: 7 Level: Medium Easy | Duration: 5:35...

A majestic intro leads into a syncopated melody in the marimba, supported by the rest of the mallet instruments. Middle section of the piece features everyone on wooden instruments, then on membrane instruments. Perfect for...

Inspired by techno music, a type of electronic dance music developed in the 80s, Techno-Pop explores the sounds of the era. This is a very rhythmic composition that uses a variety of syncopated 16th note patterns throughout...

Tempest Black depicts a typical Spring thunderstorm, as we are likely to see in Kansas. The piece offers contrasts in tempos, moods, and extensive rhythmic interplay between the 7 players.Genre: Percussion Ensemble | # of...

With text by Lord Byron, The Destruction of Sennacherib is a powerful work for amplified spoken voice and a battery percussion septet. The piece is driving from beginning to end and will add a lot of variety to a percussion...

A gorgeous, unique percussion ensemble with beautiful colors throughout. Read the program notes and use them as the bases of rehearsing this very emotional composition.Genre: Percussion Ensemble | # of Players: 7 + Clarinet...

The piece is jazz related in its occasional use of extended harmonies, melodic writing and stylistic approach. The frequent meter changes and rhythmic intensity coupled with the constant passing off of melodic lines drive...

Soft but majestic opening with the metallic sounds of chimes and vibraphone. This leads into the ensuing Allegro with much dialogue between mallet and percussion instruments. Great for a high school or college ensemble...

Orchestrated for seven players—three keyboard voices, three non-pitched percussion parts, and bass guitar or a second marimba voice—These Are Odd Times is an accessible work ideal for students, directors, and...

You need at least 6 players to perform this piece, but this can be expanded to as many as you might want. You have a lot of freedom when performing the piece with repeated sections and instrument substitutions. Effective...