Rhythm Cell (Perc Ens 8+)

Beginning with fun hand claps and snaps, Rhythm Cell uses a combination of the Cuban cinquillo and Brazilian influences to make an intriguing work for younger ensembles.

Genre: Percussion Ensemble | # of Players: 8+
Series: The Ignite Series
Level: Medium Easy | Duration: 3:30

Instrumentation
Glockenspiel (may be doubled on Vibraphone)
Xylophone (may be played on Marimba or Vibraphone 8va)
Marimba [4-octave] (may be played on Vibraphone)
Timpani (optional) [3 drums]
Claves (may substitute Woodblock)
Tambourine/Shaker
High Tom (may substitute Snare Drum w/ snares off)
Bass Drum (may substitute Low Tom)

* Like all pieces in the Ignite Series, the instrumentation is flexible for some or all parts. You may perform with as few as 8 players or with as many as you have in your percussion ensemble by doubling parts.

Program Notes
A cell in music is a “small rhythmic or melodic design that can be isolated, or can make up one part of a thematic context.” Rhythm Cell uses a combination of the Cuban cinquillo and Brazilian influences to form a rhythmic cell that starts the work and forms a basis for the melodic material that follows. Beginning with fun hand claps and snaps, each player moves individually to their instrument to begin their thematic material.