While this is a duet, the first and third movements are frequently meant for the trombone to be used as a solo instrument, while the second movement puts the trombone in the accompaniment figure position. The third movement puts both instruments as…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
Pete Zambito
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
This intermediate marimba solo serves as a wonderful introduction to polytonality for the performer and audience alike. While not too technically challenging, Awake & Resting requires a great deal of musical nuance.Program NotesAwake & Resting, for…
Style:
Solo Works
Composer:
Jacob Emch
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Banish the Moon is a musical description of a magical sunrise. It begins in the dark with the sounds of crickets and frogs calling softly. The tune in the clarinet and flute brings in the first hints of light. Instruments are introduced as the light grows and…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Tania Owens
Publisher:
Brolga Music
When I was growing up in suburban Brisbane in the 1980’s my family’s favourite place to picnic on a sunny weekend was Bellbird Grove in the D'Aguilar National Park. As I child I found it to be a magical place with a bushwalk that led to an abandoned goldmine…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Tania Owens
Publisher:
Brolga Music
The EDGE Series is a collection of percussion ensembles featuring many popular musical styles - from funk to calypso to techno. It was developed to excite a wider range of ensembles, directors, and audiences while retaining the level of integrity you have…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
Pete Zambito
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Duo Dichotomy is written for 4.3-octave marimba with optional notes of a 5-octave marimba. Listen for the two "dichotomies" of the piece - the two central tonalities (B-flat minor and F-sharp minor) and the contrast between five-note and four-note rhythms.…
Style:
Solo Works
Composer:
Jacob Emch
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
The infectious melody and groove that Zambito has infused into I Need a Name will have you begging for more. Simple to put together and loads of fun!Program NotesThe infectious melody and groove that Zambito has infused into I Need a Name will have you…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
Pete Zambito
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
After a free, rhapsodic introduction in which each section has their moment in the spotlight, the piece takes off at a fairly brisk pace. As the piece progresses, the tempo continues to accelerate to breakneck speeds. It's Not Carmen, So Save It would make an…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
Pete Zambito
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
This piece will require great dynamic control for a maximum effect. Zambito utilizes multiple mallet selections to add texture and variety. Tuning changes are not required.Program NotesThis piece will require great dynamic control for a maximum effect.…
Style:
Solo Works
Composer:
Pete Zambito
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
The three moods characterized in this piece are "Discouraged, "Yearning, and "Bouncy," and follows a traditional fast-slow-fast arrangement of movements.Program NotesThis piece owes its existence to both the deadlines of composition competitions and the…
Style:
Solo Works
Composer:
Pete Zambito
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications