Five programmatic movements displaying the soloistic qualities of each instrument. Ideal chamber pieces for any recital.Program NotesFive programmatic movements displaying the soloistic qualities of each instrument: I. Soggetto Cavato Intro II. A la Bela,…
Style:
Percussion, String
Composer:
David J. Long
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
The Absence of Color was written in the Winter of 2007 and received its premiere at Elon University (NC) in April, 2008. The music and the poetry came in response to two of my friends being pulled apart to different places because of work situations. Both the…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
Jon Metzger
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
The four selections (Humming Tune, Soldier’s March, Choral, and A Little Piece) are perfect for playing for general audiences unfamiliar with the instrument and its literature. They also employ basic techniques, such as single dependent strokes and double…
Style:
Solo Works
Composer:
Schumann, Calvin Bolton
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Moments of beauty and drama abound in this slow, melodic work for keyboards. Be sure to add this to your next program.Program NotesOriginally written for solo marimba by David J. Long in his work Three Scenes, Andrew Dancy has adapted the first movement, Aria…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
David J. Long, Andrew Dancy
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
You enjoy a lot of freedom when performing Batterie Diabolique. Instrument choice is intentionally indeterminate, plus there is room for improvisation should you wish.Program NotesYou enjoy a lot of freedom when performing Batterie Diabolique. Instrument…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
Jon Metzger
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
This is a fun yet complex arrangement of Joplin's Bethena. It is a waltz consisting of five strains, and some complex interludes. It is elegant, intricate, and emotional.
Grade Level: 3 Copyright: 2004 Number of Players: Standard Duration: 4:00 Publisher: C.…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Joplin, David J. Long
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Holiday
Birth of a King is primarily designed as a holiday season piece. Rather than being overtly festive, it relies on contemplative understatement.
Grade Level: 3 Copyright: 1990 Number of Players: 6 Duration: 5:00 Publisher: C. Alan Publications Type:…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
David J. Long
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
with Narrator
Inspired by the book "Black Elk Speaks" by John Neihardt (an oral history of Black Elk, a Sioux medicine man or Shaman), this dramatic work for 11 percussionists culminates in narrator reciting a passage from the book.Program NotesInspired by…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
Jon Metzger
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Flashy and musical, this challenging work is perfect for the two mallet marimbist on your next recital or concert program. Wonderful orchestra version for a concerto competition performance.
Grade Level: 4 Copyright: 1989 Number of Players: Standard + 1…
Style:
Full Orchestra
Composer:
David J. Long
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Flashy and musical, this challenging work is perfect for the two mallet marimbist on your next recital or concert program.Program NotesConcert Piece requires 2-mallet technique only. Three pairs of yarn mallets are requested: medium soft, medium, and hard.…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
David J. Long
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications