Tales from Dimension X (Band Gr. 2)

Tales from Dimension X is a programmatic work about a space explorer responding to a distress call. In this quasi-cinematic work inspired by a love of Sci-Fi films, the musicians provide both the soundtrack and the sound effects for an exciting addition to any concert program.

Genre: Band | # of Players: Standard
Level: 2 | Duration: 2:50

Instrumentation
Flute
Oboe (opt. Flute 2)
Bassoon
B-flat Clarinet
Bass Clarinet
Alto Saxophone
Tenor Saxophone
Baritone Saxophone

B-flat Trumpet
F Horn
Trombone/Euphonium 1
Trombone/Euphonium 2
B-flat Baritone T.C. 1
B-flat Baritone T.C. 2
Tuba

Timpani (3 drums), Suspended Cymbal
Percussion 1: Vibraphone, Bells, Chimes, Xylophone
Percussion 2 [2 players]: Whirly Tubes, Snare Drum, Bass Drum, Anvil
Percussion 3: Whirly Tubes, 2 Concert Toms
Percussion 4 [2 players]: Whirly Tubes, Sandpaper Blocks, Tam-Tam,Marching Machine, Chains, 2 Amplified Slinkies, Suspended Cymbal

Program Notes
Tales from Dimension X was commissioned by Elizabeth Betts and written for her 6th grade band in North Harrison, MO. I was inspired by my love of Sci-Fi films to write a programmatic work about a space explorer responding to a distress call. For this quasi-cinematic work the musicians are providing both the soundtrack and the sound effects. – W.S.