Quintessential Quintets

Quintessential Quintets is a collection of three "drummy" pieces for 5 young percussionists. Using limited and/or flexible instrumentation, these works will help student grow as musicians while simultaneously impressing & exciting audiences!

Program Notes

Quintessential Quintets is a collection of three "drummy" pieces for 5 young percussionists. Using limited and/or flexible instrumentation, these works will help student grow as musicians while simultaneously impressing & exciting audiences!

Quintet Threat
Bass drums and toms and snare drums, oh my! Quintet Threat is full of energy! Be ready for the explosive possibilities of percussion ensemble as this piece explores a variety of meters and percussive sounds. The mixed meter in the second half allows students to experience, understand, and internalize 2- and 3-note rhythmic groupings.

Peel
Grab your sticks or spoons, mallets or mixing beaters! Peel explores the possibilities of percussion by allowing the ensemble to choose their drums and striking implements. Players are required to shift positions during the piece, causing the top player to “peel” off the end of the line and keep things moving. It also may inspire some future jam sessions for your kitchen or dinner table!

Warrior Chant
Although written for five young players, Warrior Chant embodies the energy of an army. Unison figures occur frequently, while other moments provide an opportunity for percussionists to begin developing independence.

Grade Level: 2
Number of Players: 5
Duration: 4:30 total
Publisher: C. Alan Publications
Type: Quintet
Category: Percussion

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Instrumentation

Quintet Threat: 2 Snare Drums, 2 Kick Drums, 3 Toms

Peel: 4 Drums for 5 Players

Warrior Chant: Bongos, 2 Toms, 2 Bass Drums, 3 Crash Cymbals, 2 Splash Cymbals