Based on the hymn, Faith of our Fathers, this haunting, unique work for 8 percussionists, flute, English horn and piano perfectly captures the idea of faith giving us the strength to persevere in times of hardship.Program NotesThis work is taken from the hymn…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
Gabe Musella, Armando Rodriguez
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
In three movements of differing textures and moods, this work aims to exploit spatial movement of sound sources as well as the timbral blend of the instruments.Program NotesThis work contains three movements of differing textures and moods. The challenge and…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
Elyzabeth Meade
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
This two-movement concert vibraphone work utilizes many intriguing harmonies. The first movement is slow and free leaves a lot of room for interpretation, while the second movement is constantly moving with sixteenths and a wide range of articulations.
Grade…
Style:
Solo Works
Composer:
Armando Rodriguez
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Tapas is a Sanskrit word meaning “fervor, heat, fire, and energy gained by devoting one’s thoughts and actions toward a particular goal.” In this multi-part composition each section’s goal is achieved through different musical means. Each section is…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
Elyzabeth Meade
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Looking for something to contrast everything else on your recital? Try Timbre-Space-Time. This is a rather free and improvisatory piece with unique notation and effects, such as feathered beaming and glissandi.
Grade Level: 3 Copyright: 1991 Number of Players…
Style:
Solo Works
Composer:
Armando Rodriguez
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications