Percussion Ensemble Trios

The title of this work is a reference to the geometric formulas and figures used to spur the rhythmic and phrase concepts. The opening section utilizes phrase lengths based on the Pythagorean theorem. The

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.

Drum-E Piece No. 1 is an exciting, blazing-fast work for three percussionists with similar drum and cymbal setups. The piece alternates between bombastic unison figures and moments for each player

A fun and energetic piece for alto saxophone, baritone saxophone, and percussion. The syncopated rhythms found throughout are a reflection of the funk music that the composer grew up with. Each of the

A layered variety of sounds creates interesting composite rhythms and visual patterns. The paradiddle, a common percussion rudiment, is used as the basis for the second section of the piece. The performers

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

Here is a visually and aurally captivating non-pitched percussion trio based on two simple key elements. The first is a circular ensemble setup surrounding a single shared ride cymbal. The second is the

Silent Flower is a lovely trio for recorder or flute, piano, and marimba