Hypnotic, lyrical and rhythmically meticulous, Less for percussion quartet makes for a singular experience for performers and audiences. The combination of melodic dreamy textures, a scrupulous
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
Ignis is a high energy marimba quartet about igniting a flame. The idea of this work is that the music is constantly trying to start a fire, moving between sparks, shimmering embers, and dancing fire,
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
Other Kinds uses common percussion instruments to create an immersive and ethereal journey. All four players navigate interweaving parts on both keyboard and battery instruments, while the two
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
An arrangement of one of the most recognizable movements for Gustav Holst's The Planets, Jupiter is a challenging, yet rewarding work that performers and audiences alike will
Quartet for percussion was written as a compositional exploration of expanding upon one simple, repetitive idea. Inspiration for the piece was drawn from Steve Reich, the father of minimalist
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,
Fixtures in the Fold is a quartet for percussion that was inspired by the memoir of the famous musician and poet, Patti Smith. In it, Smith discusses the relationship between several objects she
The musical material in Samsara takes its rhythmic influence from jazz guitarist Miles Okazaki's debut album, Mirror and minimalist David Lang's famous chamber piece, Cheating,
Nataraja was originally written with a different title as a marimba solo with conga accompaniment. In the form presented here, the instrumentation is expanded to create a musical depiction of
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
In this medium-advanced work for percussion quartet, wood, skin, and metal instruments are used to represent rock, paper, and scissors. Each has its own musical personality. The woods play hocketed 16th
Originally written in 2017 for a small jazz combo, this piece has been brilliantly re-orchestrated here for four marimbists on two shared instruments, resulting in tighter rhythmic precision and a
Here is a fantastic arrangement of Married Life, the Oscar-winning main theme from Pixar's "Up." Composer Michael Giacchino perfectly captures the sentiment and poignancy of the film's opening
Canon Fodder was written as a reflection on the current climate of our social, educational, and ecological systems, where untold damage is being done. This unyielding quartet features a homogeneous
No equipment? No problem! Floor Play uses no traditional instrumentation and requires only body percussion including foot stomps, thigh slaps, handclaps, and finger snaps. With a fun, interactive
A beautiful and captivating piece that uses only simple elements. When each mallet part is isolated, it is constructed of very simple musical material. However, when, all of the parts are combined, they
Arranged here for marimba quartet, the overture to "Ruslan and Lyudmila" is one of Mikhail Glinka's most indelible pieces. In it, he presents two contrasting themes that are developed throughout the work.
Changing Winds takes its influence from the turbulence of the fall of 2016. Each player in this quartet has an independent role, and their musical stories develop as the piece progresses. The