A lively frame drum solo for one player that will appeal to players and audiences alike! Extensive performance notes included.
Here is an appealing showcase for a performer to demonstrate their musical abilities on hand drums. There is plenty of room for improvisation.
An accessible all drum trio of moderate difficulty. With a quick tempo, interlocking patterns and the sharing of two pairs of bongos, Drum Amalgam is a fun visual and sonic workout. In addition to
Here is the second-place winner of the 2015 PAS Italy Composition Contest. In this challenging solo, several different contrasts in timbre are achieved by using the normal playing area as well as the rim
Here is the first place winner of the 2012 PAS Italy Composition Contest. It is a challenging percussion quartet full of Intricate rhythmic figures and subtle dynamic nuances. It is scored for four
Here is the first place winner of the 2015 PAS Italy Composition Contest. A unique multi-percussion duet centered on two snare drums that are mounted snare side up. Various sonic effects are created by
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
This perennial ragtime favorite is arranged here for xylophone solo with concert band. It is based on rather easy and accessible band parts that could be played by a wide range of junior high,
The percussion parts are set up to be played by either two players, or one, allowing flexibility in programming. The piece can be performed either as a trio or duo. While the marimba part requires
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!
Requires two four piece drum sets and four cowbells. Intense interlocking rhythmic workout, based on West African rhythmic structures with a rock/funk solo section.
Requires two four piece drum sets. Explores a variety of rhythmic patterns in a swing style, utilizes sticks and brushes with open solo space.
Here is a challenging suite in three movements featuring both rock and swing sections.
Here is the first place winner of the 2013 PAS Italy Composition Contest. It is a great recital showcase for the adventurous vibist! The vibraphone scoring interacts beautifully with the
The Woman in the Dunes is for the advanced level performer. It is a challenging multiple percussion solo scored for a large and diverse set-up of percussion instruments.