Inspired by the image of a wild-looking cockatoo rising, phoenix-like, from the bell of a saxophone, this 3-movement work for alto sax and marimba perfectly captures the diverse personalities of such a creature.Program NotesBirdsong was commissioned by my…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
Scott Harding
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
An energetic and thrilling work for drum set and percussion ensemble inspired the playing of some of rocks most influential drummers.Program NotesCriss owes its existence to two people who deserve a shout-out:First is composer Christoper Rouse, well-loved by…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
Scott Harding
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Comprised of some flashy stuff ("Allemande" and "Gigue") but also something that was more of a lyrical nature ("Sarabande" and "Air"), each dance is a short self-contained work, with simple, waving musical lines that can starkly stand on their own.Program…
Style:
Woodwind
Composer:
Scott Harding
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
The Gift of “Little G” was written for trombonist Jonathan Whitaker. The work is a musical showcase of virtuoso technique and lyrical styles capable on the trombone. The music utilizes Bach’s famous Little Fugue in G Minor (BMV 578) to explore a wide range of…
Style:
Brass
Composer:
David Wilborn
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
for Tenor Trombone and Piano
Jett Stream Blue is a light trombone feature that captures the thrill of driving a sports car painted in an attractive metallic shade of blue, known as Jetstream blue. The music opens in a bebop style that captures driving scenes…
Style:
Brass
Composer:
David Wilborn
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
The mbira is the classic instrument of Zimbabwe, with an entire musical genre developed around it. This work is work is based off of the traditional character of the instrument.Program NotesThe mbira is the classic instrument of Zimbabwe, with an entire…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
David Hahn
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
I. Prelude - North Shore at Dusk (sweetly in a moderately slow tempo) II. Cakewalk - Carriages on Main Street (in a ragtime style) III. Waltz - Ball at the Grand Hotel (in three)
Grade Level: 3 Copyright: 2002 Number of Players: 3 Publisher: C. Alan…
Style:
Woodwind, Percussion, String
Composer:
Scott Harding
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Skybreak is music that provokes personal introspection. Many moments of call and response appear which is sometimes followed by both instruments coming together in agreement, resulting in personal comfort and fulfillment.Program NotesSkybreak is music that…
Style:
Brass
Composer:
David Wilborn
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
The Summoning of Katakhanes is an exciting duet for two percussionists utilizing several ethnic percussion instrument, including traditional Sri Lankan drums.Program NotesThe Summoning of Katakhanes was commissioned by Jeff White & Nick Steward. Both the…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
Scott Harding
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Your audiences will be blown away by the shear power of this piece! Using traditional instruments, Harding emulates the unmistakable sound of a Japanese taiko ensemble. The majestic opening accelerates into the quick tempo which remains to the end of the…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
Scott Harding
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications