This piece for four drummers puts forth everything that is fun about playing in odd meter. The combination of dry instruments makes for a clean
In the world of technology, Augmented Reality superimposes a computer-generated image on a user's view of the real world. In this musical composition, the melodic motives are drawn from augmented chords and
Spice up your concert with the island dance feel of Bailando la Soca! Hand claps, party hollering, and improv passages flavor this already exciting and uplifting piece scored for 10 to 15 players
Here is a piece that is elegant in its subtlety. Even in the second half of the piece when the battery and mallet instruments open up, it stays classy and controlled. Only at the very end do the
As the spoonerized title suggests, you've found a slap stick arrangement of Julius Fucik's Thunder and Blazes (also known as Entry of the Gladiators). The melody of the
For unpitched percussion, Bombastix offers your ensemble of young players the chance to have fun and flex muscles. You may wake the neighbors with this one, but they'll be glad you did!
The New Orleans feel of this piece will have your audience wanting to strut in the aisles! The funky shuffle groove and the bluesy, almost spooky melodies combine to create a piece that is easy on the
Looking for a groove in 7 with an exotic flavor? Look no further! Complete with layers of splashy metal over tom toms and hand drums interspersed with pentatonic motifs from the mallet
Mixed meter, intense rhythms, and striking timbres combine to form this work of sheer drumming power! This one will get anyone's attention!
This quartet set for a circle of drums, buckets, splash cymbals, and mixing bowls gets the heart pumping! It is scored to have the players face each other and share the instruments that border their
Here is a tried and true piece for beginning ensemble. Each line is playable by a first year percussionist. The way the lines fit together make for a enjoyably primal piece. Narration provided on
Witness a timpani duel of epic proportions! After a fanfare-like intro, a primal 12/8 groove played on keyboard percussion lays the foundation for the two soloists. The middle section is a back-and-forth
This book contains the 40 Percussive Arts Society rudiments with corresponding solos. Also included are 5 graduated solos utilizing all the rudiments. The book comes with 2 CD's that include the
Here is a medium level rudimental solo by one of the greats! The ambitious high school snare drummer will find this piece both challenging and fun to learn! Chock full of the athletics and stick
This melody-centric piece by Gabe Musella surfs along smoothly with a cool clave groove. The thick marimba parts partner with the drum set, bass, maracas, and congas to create a backdrop for the
Holy moly is this one fun! All you need is five percussionists, five chairs, a table, some plastic cups, and an audience ready to be entertained!
Primal rhythms, eerie effects and a driving 12/8 groove are the backbone of this large ensemble piece by Chris Crockarell. The perfect way to put some mojo on your program!
An upbeat and comical ragtime piece arranged for six- to eight-piece percussion ensemble complete with siren whistle and a washboard.
This piece arranged for seven tambourines explores a multitude of musical possibilities for the instrument. A unique and memorable addition to your concert!