The Dead by Kevin Joest is a unique piece for Marimba and 3-part speaking chorus. Each vocal part should have 2 or more performers, as there is a section where each part is split, as well as for the performers to balance with the marimba part.Program NotesMy…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
Kevin Joest
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Rooted in a fairly standard percussion ensemble setup, The Forgotten pulls some less-common instrumentation and colors from the depths of the percussion storage, and puts them back into circulation as the composition floats between driving, haunting, delicate…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
Jessica Flannigan
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Based around an Afro-Cuban rhythm called the Naningo, Hornaningo is in a 6/8 groove, mostly present in the marimba part. The piece begins with the introduction of the groove and base melodic and harmonic material in the marimba, colored by the horn. The main…
Style:
Percussion, Brass
Composer:
Kevin Joest
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Lion Story is a quartet in four movements for young percussion ensemble. Each movement features a solo part on melody with ostinato accompaniment perfect for a middle school or beginning percussion ensemble.Program NotesWhen my son, Branden, was 5 years old…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
Jessica Flannigan
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Aptly named for the lustrous black volcanic glass, Obsidian mixes the glitter of the metals with the darkness of Marimba and Timpani in an enigmatic feel. Written with great flexibility towards the size of the ensemble, Obsidian can serve as a full large-…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
Jessica Flannigan
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Joest's conventional harmonies, peaceful textures, and simple melodic line and motive make for a wonderfully soothing piece. Be sure to add this one to your next recital.Program NotesRhapsodic Aprismatism was a response to a lot of turbulence in my life…
Style:
Solo Works
Composer:
Kevin Joest
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Spiel features the prominent voice of the glockenspiel throughout, and embraces the use of Boomwhackers as part of the percussion ensemble. Intended as a fun and playful piece for the performers, your audience is sure to feel the excitement of the work as…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
Jessica Flannigan
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
They May Be Listening gives a furtive, secret agent vibe as it weaves in and out of layers and utilizes whispering by the players throughout. Each mallet instrument is paired with a snare drum that intermittently shares its entrances and stickings, while…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
Jessica Flannigan
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
This joyful piece plays like a warm blanket: beautifully simple, yet full and fun, and each phrase goes right where you want it to. No surprises - just straightforward for the performer, and easy on the ear for the listener.Program NotesTiny was written for…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
Jessica Flannigan
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications