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Written for 15 players, Wandering Woods draws inspiration from the eerie and immersive atmospheres of iconic fantasy landscapes, such as the Forbidden Forest from Harry Potter and the Lost Woods from The Legend of Zelda...

Commissioned by the Auburn University Percussion Ensemble, Warp is for a large-scale percussion ensemble of 11 performers with an off-stage violin or flute. When I had the idea for the piece, I imagined it accompanying an...

This percussive fanfare inspired by the composer's homeland is sure to have an impact on your audience and performers alike.Genre: Percussion Ensemble | # of Players: 12 Level: Medium | Duration: 4:10 InstrumentationPlayer...

Water Spirits Redux is a feature for 7 percussionists and electronic track that was inspired by the myth of Glaucus and Scylla in Ovid’s ‘Metamorphoses.’ In essence, the myth is a love triangle between...

These special arrangements for percussion ensemble, featuring traditional carols and modern seasonal favorites fully arranged for 8-12 players, have become standards for Christmas programs throughout the country. The full...

Based on the hymn "When I Survey the Wondrous Cross," this work for 13 percussionists and piano opens very mysteriously, but quickly moves into a section of driving 16ths. The hymn tune is very subtle throughout until a...

The popularity of Dave Hollinden's multiple percussion solos resulted in much anticipation for his concerto for percussion & percussion ensemble, what clarity?. Set in two large sections, it is a true tour de force for...

Proving the idea that "what goes around comes around" is exactly right, Chris Carmean's piece has four players on one marimba with additional percussion. The players continually move around the instrument in what's sure to...

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...

On a warm summer evening around midnight, a lone firefly flits among the trees and is soon joined by dozens of others. Suddenly and magically they coordinate their flashing lights and movements as they dance a veritable...

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:...