Apparitions for solo marimba reflects on the notion of a memory, thought, or sensation that has a tendency to resurface.Program NotesApparition: “an unusual or unexpected sight; appearance; a ghostly figure.” Apparitions for solo marimba reflects on the…
Style:
Solo Works
Composer:
Alyssa Smith
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Change My Medicationis a fun 4-mallet piece inspired by the music of Thelonius Monk that flirts with the octatonic scale. There are opportunities for improvisation throughout the piece.
Grade Level: 3 Copyright: 1992 Number of Players: 1 Duration: 2:30…
Style:
Solo Works
Composer:
J.C. Combs
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Court Jester March is a quirky, lively march featuring sparking sixteenth notes in the woodwinds, silly syncopation in the brass, and plenty of rhythmic ringing in the percussion. Students and audiences alike can easily imagine the Court Jester dancing around…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Karen K. Robertson
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Court Jester March is a quirky, lively march sparking sixteenth notes, silly syncopation in the brass, and plenty of rhythmic ringing. Students and audiences alike can easily imagine the Court Jester dancing around, putting on the show!Program…
Style:
Flex Band
Composer:
Karen K. Robertson
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Dachshund Trot takes us on the journey of a curious dachshund, discovering and sniffing out the world at her own pace. It is a wonderful way to introduce your youngest players to mixed meter in a easy, laid back way. The walking “trot” tempo allows beginners…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Karen K. Robertson
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Dachshund Trot takes us on the journey of a curious dachshund, discovering and sniffing out the world at her own pace. It is a wonderful way to introduce your youngest players to mixed meter in a easy, laid back way. The walking “trot” tempo allows beginners…
Style:
Flex Band
Composer:
Karen K. Robertson
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Drum Set Feature
In addition to the large collection of percussion instruments, there is soprano sax, flugel horn, trumpet, tenor sax, bass, and piano in this showcase for drumset. Contemporary jazz groove throughout.
Grade Level: 3 Copyright: 1995 Number of…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
J.C. Combs, G. Gibson
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
This 2-1/2 minute piece is a salute to the famous honky tonk piano artist “Meade Lux” Lewis. It is based on the blues scale, uses the standard 12-bar blues progression, and lends itself very well to improvisation. However, if you are uncomfortable improvising…
Style:
Solo Works
Composer:
J.C. Combs
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Into the Unknown is a fast-paced and melodious piece that seeks to capture both the danger and excitement one feels when facing that which is not known. The low brass brings about that ominous sense of danger while the woodwinds give a heart-rousing push, all…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Karen K. Robertson
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Starting with a steady percussion beat, woodwinds help build the anticipation until brought together with the brass to create a bouncy melody. Rises and falls in the progression help give the sensation of leaping while at times thinning out to reveal that we…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Karen K. Robertson
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications