Festive and fun, composer David Hind’s Festive Carousel is a wonderful addition to any concert program. Work on articulations and delicate entrances with this energetic new work for string orchestra.
Grade Level: 1.5 Copyright: 2020 Publisher: Excelcia Music…
Style:
String Orchestra
Composer:
David L. Hinds
Publisher:
Excelcia Music Publishing
A Jingle Fantasy, arranged by David Hinds uses the modernized version of Jingle Bells as the basis for this work. Intended for use for Christmas or Winter concerts.
Grade Level: 2 Copyright: 2021 Publisher: Excelcia Music Publishing Series: Intermezzo String…
Style:
String Orchestra
Composer:
David L. Hinds
Publisher:
Excelcia Music Publishing
Change My Medicationis a fun 4-mallet piece inspired by the music of Thelonius Monk that flirts with the octatonic scale. There are opportunities for improvisation throughout the piece.
Grade Level: 3 Copyright: 1992 Number of Players: 1 Duration: 2:30…
Style:
Solo Works
Composer:
J.C. Combs
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Drum Set Feature
In addition to the large collection of percussion instruments, there is soprano sax, flugel horn, trumpet, tenor sax, bass, and piano in this showcase for drumset. Contemporary jazz groove throughout.
Grade Level: 3 Copyright: 1995 Number of…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
J.C. Combs, G. Gibson
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
This is a nice short jazz feature that is loads of fun to play and very pleasant to the ear. Dampening is left completely up to the performer. Pair this with another of Jeff Hunter’s solo vibraphone pieces for your next recital.
Grade Level: 3 Copyright: 1996…
Style:
Solo Works
Composer:
Jeff Hunter
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
This 2-1/2 minute piece is a salute to the famous honky tonk piano artist “Meade Lux” Lewis. It is based on the blues scale, uses the standard 12-bar blues progression, and lends itself very well to improvisation. However, if you are uncomfortable improvising…
Style:
Solo Works
Composer:
J.C. Combs
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Mystery Dance is an intriguing piece of music for young players. The e minor key (providing the “mystery”) coupled with the tempo adds to the appeal for both students and director.
Grade Level: 1.5 Copyright: 2022 Publisher: Excelcia Music Publishing Series:…
Style:
String Orchestra
Composer:
David L. Hinds
Publisher:
Excelcia Music Publishing
The piece is constructed entirely from the Scriabin six note scale (F, B, Eb, A, D, G) and its transposition up one step. Requires good four-mallet technique and is perfect for student or faculty recitals. The title Nibaircs was derived from the name of…
Style:
Solo Works
Composer:
Jeff Hunter
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
We have all heard of legends best told around a campfire! Journey to new and exciting lands of legends with David Hind’s new work for developing string orchestra.
Grade Level: 1.5 Copyright: 2021 Publisher: Excelcia Music Publishing Series: Harmony String…
Style:
String Orchestra
Composer:
David L. Hinds
Publisher:
Excelcia Music Publishing
Ever wonder what goes through a performers mind during a classical percussion ensemble performance? Find out with 'Not Just Another Finale', where the daydream of being a rock star really does come true!
Grade Level: 3 Copyright: 1992 Number of Players: 9…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
J.C. Combs
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications