This impressive marimba duet uses the unique interaction between the two instruments to "blur" and create a dense web of counterpoint in which the listener is not particularly drawn to either voice.Program NotesI composed Blur after seeing a fantastic video…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
Robert Sanderl
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Opening with a haunting ostinato passage, Changes in Time builds on the phrase to create an air of intensity and excitement until the very end. While the piece is unique, it does impart a sense of ‘familiarity’ with its underlying mainstream harmonic…
Style:
String Orchestra
Composer:
Darren Mitchell
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
These special arrangements for percussion ensemble, featuring traditional carols and modern seasonal favorites fully arranged for 8-12 players, have become standards for Christmas programs throughout the country. The full compliment of keyboard instruments,…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
Torme, Mel & Robert Wells, Richard Gipson
Publisher:
OU Percussion Press
Lift is a thrilling & playful joyride of an overture that gives every section of the ensemble their moment in the spotlight. A real tour-de-force that demands a rousing standing ovation.
Grade Level: 4.5 Copyright: 2020 Publisher: C. Alan Publications…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Darren Mitchell
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Written as a Christmas gift for the composer's goddaughter, Maddie features a expressive melodicism through rubato, moving lines. A brief rolled chorale showacases the rich qualities of the lowest octaves of the marimba before returning to the opening…
Style:
Solo Works
Composer:
Robert Sanderl
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Motives & Other Distractions is a challenging yet playful composition. The opening syncopated motive is used throughout to drive the piece dramatically to several climatic points. There is liberal use of close arco and pizzicato switching in all parts as…
Style:
String Orchestra
Composer:
Darren Mitchell
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Don’t let the rhythmic simplicity of this piece fool you! This lighthearted work uses group dynamics to help tell its story. From multi-measure swells to one beat dynamic ‘rips’ the use of dynamic textures makes Quarter Note Diddy a treat for both the…
Style:
String Orchestra
Composer:
Darren Mitchell
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Fanfare for Band
Skybreak opens with a quiet melodic/motivic statement that is repeated and built upon throughout the composition. This is a piece that is fun to play and listen to, a great opener or closer as well as an outstanding contest tune!Program…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Darren Mitchell
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications