Mark 10

Give your developing orchestra a chance to explore jazz and blues with this creative original work. Written in twelve-bar blues form and using notes based on the blues scale, musicians will get great

This gorgeous setting of the ever-popular anthem has been rescored for six-part flex band. While preserving the beauty of the hymn, the fresh and somewhat contemporary accompaniment never strays too far

The referee monitors the Battle Royale between two teams. This piece requires each team to work together to create a monstrous sound and battle out their rhythms. Which team wins? You decide!

Inspired by the dwarf planet named after the Greek goddess of discord, the dark and energetic nature of the music is evident. The dramatic opening evokes images of great spacial distances while the ensuing

A nod to surf music made popular throughout Hawaii and Southern California in the 1960’s, Cowabunga Rock provides developing performers the opportunity to play both mallets and drums.

Electra Glide is a straight eighth-note rock chart featuring the rhythm section. The driving beat features a riff-like bass line underpinned by keys and guitar. Open fifth interval power chords are

A musical homage to the boisterous, epic, action film-style of music common in big-budget Hollywood films and video games. Filled with dramatic and energetic tunes, colorful textures, and big-time grooves,

Inspired by a poem of the same name by Rainer Maria Rilke, Falling Stars paints a picture of reflection, wonder, and longing through vivid imagery of a meteor shower. This arrangement of

From the Inside Out was written for the students at Gurrie Middle School in LaGrange, Illinois. The students continually begged for a body percussion piece, but my focus for them was developing

Defined as "a daring and adventurous opening strategy," Gambit skillfully mixes elements of suspense and excitement into a high-energy concert or contest piece for young band. The

A haunting melody presents two well-known spirituals, Wayfaring Stranger and Going Home, separately and as partners. The gentle and pensive nature of this warm setting,

Composed in memory of the composer's first composition teacher, this moving work conveys a sense of beauty and longing. Although the title suggests moving forward, the music is meant to reflect the

Imminent Launch is a fun and accessible piece for developing percussion ensemble. Its cinematic action paired with constant groove will hit all the right buttons for students and audience.

A fresh new arrangement of the spiritual Lift Every Voice and Sing. Mallet percussion lines propel the melody forward, and dramatic scoring filled with peaks and valleys brings plenty of

Featuring a balanced ensemble of keyboard and battery percussion, Mercury Rising is in essence a double fugue that gives all players the opportunity to shine.

Quiet and introspective, this lyrical and reflective ballad expertly blends the colors of mallet percussion with warm and subtle wind colors for a beautifully sensitive work. It creates an almost magical

Quiet and introspective, this lyrical and reflective ballad expertly blends the colors of mallet percussion with warm and subtle wind colors for a beautifully sensitive work. It creates an almost magical

Written for the composer's new-born daughter, More of Us is sweet, spunky, and a little off-balance, just like her! It is sure to be a great addition to a high-school or college recital.

Mutual Interest was written in recognition of the need for quality percussion duets at the intermediate level for students with limited instrument resources or rehearsal space. Each piece uses

Pela Costa, meaning “by the shore” in Portuguese, is a laid-back pop bossa designed to introduce common syncopated Latin rhythms. The major harmonic setting provides a breezy feel

Prism Schism is an extremely flexible piece that helps students explore the sonic possibilities of the modern percussion ensemble by encouraging them to choose instruments that work well together

Imagine looking up at a large mountain as you begin your climb. This original work begins softly, then slowly builds in intensity as you approach the summit. Brass themes get stronger and stronger, the