Percussion Ensemble - Level 3 - Digital Download SKU: A0.935379 Composed by Dan Heslink. Contemporary,World. Score and parts. 30 pages. Pharaoh Publications #4978359. Published by Pharaoh Publications (A0.935379). Asian Symmetries                                                                      by Dan Heslink Asian Symmetries is a fanciful work which draws loosely from the musical procedures and sonic preferences of Indonesian and other Asian musical styles.  It is scored for three percussionists, each with their own battery of instruments. Gamelan-like impressions might be inferred from the cyclical nature of its rhythm, using metal plates like cymbals and gongs to mark large units of rhythmic time. Also evocative are the faster moving elaborations and a preponderance of metallophones in the instrumentation.   The work is medium to difficult in its demands. There are quick changes of instrument, planned to be manageable but requiring some attention to logistics  Each player’s performance station must remain stationary, with all instruments in reach without moving the performer’s position. Percussion I and Percussion III players must set up next to each other so that they may share the tenor drum. A selection of mallets that allows different striking surfaces to sound good without undue picking up and setting down of mallets is suggested.   Changes of meter and tempo occur, and an odd meter section sporting measures in 12/8, 6/8, 11/8 may require some additional attention. The instrumentation is selected to approximate Asian sounds with common western instruments. Performance time is 6:28. The composer, Dan Heslink, can be reached at dan@dheslink.com.

Composed by Traditional Japanese Folk Tune. Arranged by Yvonne Johnson. Repertoire, Classroom, Folk, Asian. Score, Set of Parts. 9 pages. Published by Yvonne Johnson (S0.162889). - Score,Set of Parts - Repertoire,Classroom,Folk,Asian - Yvonne Johnson

Percussion Ensemble - Level 5 - Digital Download SKU: A0.730477 Composed by James Nathaniel Holland. Contemporary,Musical/Show,Opera. Score and parts. 284 pages. James Nathaniel Holland #4108107. Published by James Nathaniel Holland (A0.730477). On the Wings of the Scarlet Messenger by American composer James Nathaniel Holland. This is part 2 of 2 publications of the individual instrument parts for the opera. Full Score (in concert pitch), Piano Vocal Score, and Instruments Part 1 (woodwinds and brass) sold separately. The instrumental parts included in part 2 publication are (strings, harp, timpani and percussion) and this part can be used to enhance a production with the piano/vocal score.  Opera synopsis: This 21st Century opera or musical drama is adapted from the classic novel of Henry James, On the Wings of a Dove except it is set in the mythical South Pacific island of Soon Rafa. Leads include soprano, mezzo soprano, tenor, and bass with chorus, Asian dance and minor roles. One of the few operas with a love duet between a soprano and bass. Great ensemble scenes. Great for university productions and young voices. Dramatic and beautiful orchestration. Yet to be premiered.YouTube Demo playlist presentation: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLEcbVsA36MCvHG_MTBdv7x2UNjwG27sMaComposer website:  http://lacoronadelossantos.net/jamesnathanielholland.html