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
Almost Perpetual Torque for keyboard percussion trio, is scored for xylophone, vibraphone, and marimba. The three instruments are intertwined in patterns that seem to constantly spiral either upward or
Ludwig van Beethoven is regarded by many as the greatest composer in the history of music. He was prone to sudden mood swings often reflected in his music. This excerpt from his Piano Sonata 13, Op.27 No. 1
A fascinating exercise in counterpoint and mixed-meter, CC'd is a marimba trio that also includes 3 optional percussion parts to further add to the unique textures in the keyboards.
Imagine what the skeletons hear while dancing through graves on a crisp All Hallows' Eve, and this may be it! In Cemetery Salsa, three intermediate players are featured on a single 4.3 octave
Christmas Three features seven holiday carol arrangements for keyboard percussion trio with optional percussion accessory parts for an additional two players. These audience-friendly arrangements
Volume 1 has four classics arranged for marimba (two players) and vibraphone. Bizet's delightful Habanera from "Carmen" and J.S. Bach's soothing Jesu, Joy of Man's Desiring are two of
These selections work as individual pieces or in a four-movement capacity. This "mini-symphony" reveals the importance of key relationships, tempo relationships, and contrasting dynamics.
In true jazz form, this advanced chamber ensemble piece for marimba and a supporting piano trio features improvisation in all parts. The piece is filled with energy, excitement, and fun, with a hint of
A lively marimba trio with layered syncopated rhythms and Latin American sonorities. Muy bueno!
Scored for vibraphone trio, this medium advanced piece was written to symbolize the organic, peaceful moods and imagery of an English garden. Employing both minimalist and post-minimalist techniques over
A Little Malletmusik is another one of Brian Slawson’s brilliant pieces for beginning mallet percussionists. Despite its simple, catchy, and light character, it has a many pedagogical
Written for one 4-octave marimba, the arrangements in The Mexican Marimba attempt to recreate the traditional marimba style of street musicians so common in larger cities of Mexico. Street
Scored for xylophone and three marimbas, this contemporary rag features all the players. It is not just a solo with accompaniment, but rather offers appealing interaction between all the voices.
Oriental is part of Don Larsen's Danzas Espanolas. These are arrangements of pieces composed by Enrique Granados between 1892 and 1900. They are among his earliest