All hands on deck! Building on the success of the Sea Shanty Trios book, these 21 quartets for any combination of wind and percussion instruments expand the range, instrumentation, and length of
Here is a collection of traditional Christmas and Hanukkah tunes arranged for four low brass with an optional drum part. Formatted as 5" x 7" march-sized books. Parts are available separately or as a
This work is great for developing percussionists to work on ensemble performance while being accessible to many levels. The piece is built around catchy pop riffs and grooves that give subtle hints at
The timeless piano ditty is reimagined as a moderately challenging mallet ensemble piece. A sure crowd-pleaser!
With a title coming from the Vedic god Rudra, the god of the roaring storm and a fierce entity of destruction, the entire quartet is based on the idea of compression, acceleration, and intensification.
Quartets that Travel is a collection of 13 short quartets for small auxiliary percussion, perfect for performances where large equipment is not ideal, transitions between set changes, or for
Brush Hour is Alex Stopa's homage to the great brush masters from the early twentieth century. In it, Stopa introduces some of the most common brush patterns and techniques used in a jazz setting.
The title of this percussion quartet, Zeug, is a German word loosely translated into English as "stuff." The eclectic collection of instruments required suitably fits the category of typical
Incorporating four different styles of playing that will showcase the range of its performers, this piece is a great programming choice for recitals and small ensemble contests. The beginning statement
This exciting work for percussion quartet showcases the ensemble's aggression and finesse. The intensity of the piece is sure to thrill audiences and performers alike. It is a unique work in which the
This pointilistic percussion quartet, Sand, is written in a minimalist style relying on the players to maintain a good internal pulse and place their sparse notes exactly in time. In the piece,
In the classic tradition of the drummy quartet, here is an exciting, well-constructed piece for just that. Each player has a simple set up and each layer gets a chance to shine. Great stuff!
Contains 21 original or arranged quartets that can be flexibly used with any combination of wind and percussion instruments, making this an invaluable resource in the modern band room! These quartets
A quartet for mallet instruments and toms inspired by the music, chanting, and energy of the 2017 Women's March. Each member of the ensemble has the opportunity to play both a mallet instrument and toms.
Here is a quartet version of Daughtrey's popular percussion ensemble. Featuring a balanced ensemble of keyboard and battery percussion, Mercury Rising is, in essence, a double fugue that gives all
This is a contemporary ensemble that features a wide range of colors and textures based around a rondo form using as many variants on the seven groove as possible. Each performer plays a tambourine, giving
Perpetuo, as the title suggests, is largely made up of driving 16th-note figures that cohere from player to player, creating the feeling of constant motion. The piece was written for young
Crystals was composed for young percussionists who have been living in a world of battery percussion and are now taking their first steps into mallet playing. Each performer is given a limited
Conjuring up the energy and mystery of the nighttime beach performers on the exotic islands of Thailand, this quartet is perfect for contest or recital performances.
This collection of eight pieces for buckets (and shaker, pot lid, and large plastic bin) offers rhythm music spanning easy to medium-advanced levels. The variety in difficulty makes this a great collection
Quadrinomial is written for four players with four drums, four mallets, and four wire brushes. A variety of mallet techniques are applied to create an arrangement of timbres shared between each
Fanfare and Romance is a powerful concert-style piece for percussion quartet. The fanfare section is a majestic combination of unison bombast and militaristic layering. The romance section is
This piece challenges students to sound as one, creating a unique experience for the audience. Calling for only 4 players, each using one tom, the piece portrays just what the title suggests, existence and