Leviticus 19

Jazzy, upbeat concerto. Duration: 11:00. Solo part is available separately, with piano reduction.

Jazzy, upbeat concerto. Duration: 11:00. Solo part is available separately, with piano reduction.

Sections alternate between 4/4 and 6/8 in this lively solo by Steve Riley. Very tonal setup of F-C-D-F.

These six adavnced works by legendary timpanist John H. Beck are unique and will challenge any advanced players as they work to perfect their playing and improvisation skills. Ideal for recital and

The eight solos contained in this collection are suitable for any performing venue or pedagogy. Techniques of tuning, muffling, double stops and staccato-legato are employed. Styles include classical, New

This collection of duets provides musical and technical challenges for two timpanists performing on three, four, five, and six drums. Performers should be aware that these are duets, not solos, for

In this challenging duet, a simple fugue is taken through a series of intriguing variations. Midway through the piece, a brief improvisation for each player provides an opportunity to show off their musical

Brian S. Mason chose the title Hot Tubs in reference to "tubs" as a slang word for timpani, picked up as a freshman in college. The word "hot" references the nature of most of the piece: powerful,

Improvvisato Contrasto is intended to be performed as if being improvised. It is through composed and used subtle changes of color and tempo to find its expression. 1st place winner of the 2010

This piece was written expressly for the 1998 Percussive Arts Society Composition Contest in which it was awarded second prize. It is a vehicle for exploring the timpani as a melodic instrument while at the

Mehteran, for solo timpani, explores the history of the Janissary Corps. The Janissaries were infantry soldiers of the Ottoman Empire. Their music is considered to be the oldest form of military

Mjolner is a concerto for timpani accompanied by either piano or wind ensemble. The music loosely follows the Norse mythology surrounded Thor, God of Thunder, and his hammer, Mjolner. The piece is

The etudes in this book challenge the advancing timpanist's tuning skills. They also include several rhythmic, technical and, above all, musical challenges. College-level teachers will find this book

The Mysterious Barrier is a timpani duet written for nine drums. The timpani are arranged in a circle, facilitating easy movement of the players between two sets of four drums which are joined by a

With many dynamic changes, syncopation and the multiple use of sixteenth notes and sixteenth triplets, this is a most challenging solo to learn and rewarding to play.

Prelude 1.5 for solo timpani is a contrast in minimalistic ideas and harmonic intentions inspired by J.S. Bach. It consists of an introduction of rising fourths, computer-like passages, long tones,

Melodic motifs, slick rhythms over clever meter changes, effective dynamic contrasts, and comfortable pedaling make Primal Mood a fantastic addition to a timpanist's solo repertoire. Perfect for