Based on the house spirit/demon of the same name from Lithuanian mythology, Aitvaras is a rhythmically driving trio for vibraphone, marimba, & djembe.Program NotesAitvaras is a trio for vibes, marimba, and djembe. This short work is based on the house…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
Vince Wallace
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
An ethereal, but intense, rolled section opens the piece building to a dramatic climax. Bursts of sixteenth notes flying up and down the instrument make this both fun and play and impressive to watch. The slow middle section employs independent rolls in both…
Style:
Solo Works
Composer:
Gus Burghdorf
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
After a slow and mysterious opening, The Hunted takes off on a rampage filled with chromaticism and heart pounding rhythms. The pieces is technically very idiomatic, but it is extremely impressive from the audience's perspective.
Grade Level: 3 Copyright:…
Style:
Solo Works
Composer:
Gus Burghdorf
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
This beautiful chorale is first presented with arpeggiated chords in several sticking permutations. No time signature or key signature is indicated, but the piece centers around A minor. It continuously flows from beginning to end. Perfect for all levels of…
Style:
Solo Works
Composer:
Gus Burghdorf
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
A Place and a Time is a piece about nostalgia. Think back to any point in your life that you can look back on and have great memories. After hearing this piece, hopefully something of it reminds you of those times. As much as we cherish good memories, part of…
Style:
Solo Works
Composer:
Vince Wallace
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Pulse is a short and exciting burst of musical energy for four marimbists inspired by the music of indoor drumline shows. The piece offers four percussionists the chance to have a great time playing fun music with each other on an instrument we love so much.…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
Vince Wallace
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
This is an effective programmatic work in three movements: The Storm, Life, and The Dance. The first movement portrays the intensity of the storm with much dissonance and rhythmic excitement. The second movement is a four-part chorale set in C major. The…
Style:
Solo Works
Composer:
Gus Burghdorf
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Dedicated to the composer's own sibling, Sister's Song features a gently rocking, lyrical melody over an arpeggiated eighth note accompaniment. It is sure to tug at the heart-strings.
Grade Level: 3 Copyright: 1999 Number of Players: 1 Duration: 4:30…
Style:
Solo Works
Composer:
Gus Burghdorf
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
After an expressive rolled section, a jazz fox trot ensues, giving the piece many dance-like qualities.
Grade Level: 3 Copyright: 1997 Number of Players: 1 Duration: 6:10 Publisher: C. Alan Publications Category: Solo Works
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Style:
Solo Works
Composer:
Gus Burghdorf
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
After a slow and lyrical opening, Yanoskercise becomes filled with rhythmic excitement, providing a showcase for both players.
Grade Level: 3 Copyright: 1999 Number of Players: 2 Duration: 6:00 Publisher: C. Alan Publications Type: Duet Category: Percussion…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
Gus Burghdorf
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications