for Solo Timpani
Aria, Cayden(ce) and a Swing is a two-movement composition for four timpani. Aria is a slow, lyrical movement with a simple melody involving multiple tuning changes throughout and meant to convey the peace and tranquility of a lullaby. Cayden…
Style:
Solo Works
Composer:
Larry Anderson
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Xylophone Feature
Capture all the fun of the Roarin' 20s with Charleston Capers - a showpiece for solo xylophone and band! James Moyer has done a masterful job of scoring the original piano part for a full concert band without covering up the soloist.Program…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
James Moyer, G.H. Green
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Granada, the first movement of his Suite Espanola, represents a guitar serenade that is typical of many works by Albeniz in that is suggests, rather than quotes, rhythms and melodic elements to evoke the Spanish landscape.Program NotesDuring his career, Isaac…
Style:
Solo Works
Composer:
Joshua Smith, Albéniz
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Rhapsody for Four Timpani by Larry Anderson is medium level solo work for timpani. It combines mixed meters, tempos, and unique techniques to create a fun-filled performance piece that works well for recitals and college juries.
Grade Level: 3 Copyright: 2010…
Style:
Solo Works
Composer:
Larry Anderson
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Sonatine Op. 71 No. 1 is one of three sonatas for guitar by Italian guitar master and composer Mauro Guiliani. It is divided into three sections/movements: the first a theme and variations, the second a minuet, and the third a rondo. Works as a nice stepping…
Style:
Solo Works
Composer:
James Moyer, Giuliani
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Two Dances for Four Timpani features a Salsa movement and a Galop movement. The work is medium-advanced and utilizes many techniques including a salsa bass line, a mambo cowbell pattern, various playing areas and effects and tuning changes. This composition…
Style:
Solo Works
Composer:
Larry Anderson
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications