Pliplets (Perc Ens 7-8)

Pliplets is a word that originated as an accidental amalgamation of two words in my effort to say "playing triplets" in a rehearsal. As such, in this composition there are triplet figures sprinkled around multiple parts and, with the exception of a slower phrase in 4/4, the work is set in a triple meter. Part of the Ignite Series, the piece has a lot of built-in flexibility with instrumentation.

Genre: Percussion Ensemble | # of Players: 7+
Level: Medium Easy | Duration: 3:15

Instrumentation
Bells (substitute or double with Xylophone or Vibraphone)
Xylophone [optional] (substitute or double with Marimba)
Cowbell & Woodblock*
Tambourine & Snare Drum*
Ride & China Cymbal*
Cabasa & Low Drum (Low Drum part may be played on a Low Tom, Small Bass Drum, or a Low Hand Drum, such as a Djembe)
Bongos (substitute or double with Congas or 2 High Concert Toms)
Timpani (playable on two drums - 26" & 29")

*May be performed by one player or split between two

Program Notes
Pliplets is a word that originated as an accidental amalgamation of two words in my effort to say "playing triplets" in a rehearsal. As such, in this composition there are triplet figures sprinkled around multiple parts and, with the exception of a slower phrase in 4/4, the work is set in a triple meter. Pliplets was composed for the Chandler Preparatory Academy percussion ensemble and premiered at the AZPAS 2016 Spring Days of Percussion. The piece can be played with as few as seven or as many as twelve or more percussionists.
- JG

The IGNITE Series for the Developing Percussion Ensemble
This unique series was designed specifically for young percussionists as they experience the magic of playing in percussion ensemble. Each piece provides the director and students with great flexibility – from the number of players to the tempo to the instrumentation. Light a fire under your students today!