Ah One for is written for two vibraphones and amplified acoustic bass. It is structured to produce 24 clusters of activity with the bass part serving as an interconnecting voice.
Inspired by the percussive mallet music of Uganda, each player in this unique piece uses 2 mallets, and all three players play on one 5-octave marimba. Numerous melo-rhythmic lines interlock to form an
This challenging arrangement for unaccompanied four-mallet marimba comprises a four-part chorale-style exposition of the famous early-American melody followed by four variations in contrasting
Challenging duet for two accomplished performers. Lots of notes, lots of musical nuance required. A great workout!
This piece is scored for marimba or vibraphone and piano. It has five short movements that switch between lyrical and raging!
Festive collection of eight titles for the holiday season. The arrangements in this collection are all part of a genre known as VILLANCICO. This is the Spanish label for a traditional popular song.
Scored for four players, Chroma 1 makes interesting use of tonal colors and rhythmic syncopations. All parts are written for two mallets. The piece requires two instruments with two
This is a challenging three movement concerto for marimba and orchestra written for Will Hudgins and the Boston Symphony Orchestra. The orchestration is colorful but light, leaving space for the natural
3rd place winner - PAS Italy Composition Contest - 2008! Lively duet in a jazz/rock style, great interaction between parts - for 4 1/3 octave marimba. College/Professional level.
A challenging work for the experienced marimbist and pianist. Scored in a manner that allows for much intricate melodic and rhythmic interaction between the parts relying extensively on the performer's
Accessible contemporary piece for solo marimba in ABA form. Requires intermediate-level four-mallet skills with interlocking rhythms and polyrhythms between hands.
A lively Jazz/Rock mallet trio with a Calypso-type rhythmic feel (ca. 6’).
This work is an appealing treatment of various hymn tunes woven together into one continuous showcase for the solo vibraphone player's musicality and interpretive abilities! Suitable for the recital
Challenging adaptation of a familiar tune, that in this case undergoes a variety of permutations- some subtle, and some, well, just off the chain! Fun, though!
Consistent left hand bass pattern keeps pushing this challenging tune forward. It is a great contemporary composition in an early jazz style. It requires four mallets and advanced vibraphone
Juice Blenders is a bass-driven calypso written with a happy island flair. A catchy melody and tight harmonies make this a very memorable song. This tune builds with intensity throughout until the
Written with a pop flavor utilizing elements of polyphonic texture with rich harmonic voicings and Latin-American influenced rhythms, Koda will make a great addition to any recital performance.
A collection of ten catchy titles arranged for marimba trio with 3 players on the same instrument. Viable for percussion ensemble concerts, or any festive occasion!
Here is the 2nd place winner of the 2011 PAS Italy Composition Contest. It is an accessible four mallet solo, appealing to performers and audiences alike.