Asante is Swahili for “thank you.” Written for the developing percussion ensemble, Asante will introduce young percussionists to syncopated melodic rhythms. Flexible mallet voicing allows for a variety of melodic timbres, accompanied by a traditional African…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
Brandon Dittgen
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
In a British style, Best Foot Forward is a spirited march that was among the first original concert band works published in Australia for Australian band students.Program NotesIn a British style, Best Foot Forward is a spirited march that was among the first…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Ronald Hanmer
Publisher:
Brolga Music
The Circus Bee is a circus march composed by Henry Fillmore in February 1908. The march is named after an imaginary circus newspaper and reflects Fillmore's personal enthusiasm for the excitement and sounds of the Big Top. Traditionally scored as a technical…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
Brandon Dittgen, Fillmore
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
String Trio Feature
The Baroque Concerto Grosso is an ideal vehicle for strings. In this arrangement, 2 solo violins and cellos play at the medium advanced level and share a musical dialogue, while the orchestra remains at the medium easy to medium level. The…
Style:
String Orchestra
Composer:
Harold Popp, Handel
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
A nod to ‘Surf Music’ made popular throughout Hawaii and Southern California in the 1960’s, Cowabunga Rock provides developing performers the opportunity to play mallets and drums alike.Program NotesCowabunga Rock was commissioned in 2019 for the Hawaii Youth…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
Brandon Dittgen
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Joseph Hellmesberger was a late romantic composer best known for his works for chamber groups and operetta. Danse Diabolique, scored for percussion ensemble, is a high-energy dance piece with a dash of devilish flavor.
Grade Level: 3 Copyright: 2013 Number of…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
Brandon Dittgen, Hellmesberger
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Dénia is written for percussion ensemble in the style of a Spanish Flamenco. Flexible mallet voicing allows for a variety of melodic timbres; accompanies by a Flamenco rhythm section that includes traditional Palmas-style hand-clapping.
Grade Level: 3…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
Brandon Dittgen
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
for Percussion Quintet
Echoes of Kohala aims to recreate the rich tones of Hawaiian Pahu drums using common instruments found in most music programs.Program NotesKohala is the oldest of five volcanoes that make up the island of Hawaii. Kohala is estimated to…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
Brandon Dittgen
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Here is a very fine example of Bach's work; pleasing to the ear and not too difficult. Marked Smooth and Flowing, it distributes the melody gracefully between sections. It's a great way to teach hooked bowing, ensemble playing and more.Program Notesfrom…
Style:
String Orchestra
Composer:
Harold Popp, Johann Sebastian Bach
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
This exciting work for percussion quintet replicates timbres authentic to eastern drum ensembles with common western instrumentation. It offers featured moments for each player, and will be a welcome addition of new sounds and styles on your next concert.…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
Brandon Dittgen
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications