Amalgamation

Written for snare drum, kick drum, and hi-hat, Amalgamation features stylistic elements of famed French percussionist Jacques Delcluse and the popular New York percussionist Joseph Tompkins. Composer, Luis Rivera also incorporates a third style which isn't used as often within the classical concert hall American colonial-style rudimental drumming. The first use of the kick drum pays homage to Tompkins and his snare/kick drum solo March. The addition of the hi-hat evokes the image of a typical march instrumentation snare, bass, and cymbals while adding a layer of technical independence for the performer. Challenging to the performers and appealing to audiences, Amalgamation will be a great repertoire choice for solo recitals, juries, or multipercussion study.

 

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