Three Paintings (Duet for Marimba + Snare Drum)

Three Paintings for Marimba and Snare Drum is an advanced work for two percussionists. Each “painting” is intended to evoke a unique imagery and is sure to leave a mark on performers and audiences alike.

Genre: Duet for Marimba & Snare Drum | # of Players: 2
Level: Medium Difficult | Duration: 7:00

Instrumentation
Marimba [5-octave]
Snare Drum

Program Notes
Commissioned by Bradley Baird, Three Paintings for Marimba and Snare Drum is written for advanced percussionists. Each “painting” is intended to evoke a unique imagery:

Acrylic - Striking reds and blacks swirl and dance
Watercolor - A smoky sunset by an impressionist master
Digital - The clean lines of vector graphic