Percussion Ensemble Trios

3x3 is a percussion ensemble for young players written as a fast scherzo.  The title comes from the fact that it is a work for 3 players with 3 instruments each.  Beyond this, it is

The resurgence of the sea shanty as a cultural phenomenon in 2020 was a perfect flashpoint for this collection of 16 well-known and rediscovered shanties. Playable with as little as three musicians or

This useful collection contains 27 newly arranged trios written at Grades 1.5 to 3. Designed to be used with any combination of three wind instruments with or without percussion, the possible combinations

Named for the Bandelier National Monument in New Mexico and the magnificent canyon country the park encompasses, this contest standard features a dramatic, well-conceived series of simple patterns and rolls

Based on Ode to Joy with a surprise quote at the end, Beethoven's Bellmen is playable on any combination of three keyboard instruments but works especially well with bell kits. An

This arrangement of the theme from Emile Waldteufel’s Les Patineurs, op. 183, is for three players. A mini-lesson is included that explains glissando techniques and double

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.

A lively marimba trio with layered syncopated rhythms and Latin American sonorities. Muy bueno!

These easy arrangements of 21 holiday classics are each playable as a trio, duet, or solo with piano accompaniment for ultimate flexibility. Each compatible book contains a three-part score so musicians can

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

Pop Drop is another work by Brian Slawson aimed at developing the ensemble skills of young performers. Duple rhythms are passed around and played in unison, requiring the ensemble to listen

A brilliant collection of trios for young percussionists. Each piece is scored for three of the same instrument so the titles can be performed individually or as a suite!

Three Way Split is a fun and hip trio for snare drums. The piece is in a jazz waltz feel and uses mounted instruments such as tambourine and cowbell to color the series of syncopated

Here is a terrific set of three Christmas carols arranged for intermediate percussion trio. The settings are vibrant and accessible to developing mallet players. A holiday treat!

This piece is written for a trio of beginning mallet players and is inspired by the rhythms and harmonies of Mexico. It has an overall light and fun character to it, making it enjoyable for audiences as

A Collection of 3 Grade II Trios from The Blast-Off Series

Andiamo! (1:50)

Bella Aqua (2:37)

Scenes From The Traps Drawer (2:19)