Rhythm Cell

Beginning with fun hand claps and snaps, Rhythm Cell uses a combination of the Cuban cinquillo and Brazilian influences to make an intriguing work for younger ensembles.

Program Notes

A cell in music is a “small rhythmic or melodic design that can be isolated, or can make up one part of a thematic context.” Rhythm Cell uses a combination of the Cuban cinquillo and Brazilian influences to form a rhythmic cell that starts the work and forms a basis for the melodic material that follows. Beginning with fun hand claps and snaps, each player moves individually to their instrument to begin their thematic material.

Grade Level: Medium Easy
Copyright: 2021
Number of Players: 8+
Duration: 3:30
Publisher: C. Alan Publications
Series: Ignite Series
Category: Percussion

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Instrumentation

Glockenspiel (may be doubled on Vibraphone)
Xylophone (may be played on Marimba or Vibraphone 8va)
Marimba [4-octave] (may be played on Vibraphone)
Timpani (optional) [3 drums]
Claves (may substitute Woodblock)
Tambourine/Shaker
High Tom (may substitute Snare Drum w/ snares off)
Bass Drum (may substitute Low Tom)

* Like all pieces in the Ignite Series, the instrumentation is flexible for some or all parts. You may perform with as few as 8 players or with as many as you have in your percussion ensemble by doubling parts.