Percussion Ensemble - Level 5 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.962405

Composed by Salvador Rojo Gamón. Concert,Contemporary,Instructional,Standards. Score and parts. 255 pages. Salvador Rojo-Gamon #5801921. Published by Salvador Rojo-Gamon (A0.962405).

Four Forces

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Scherzo

https://scherzo.es/badajoz-vanguardias-lugarenas/

Periodico Extremadura

https://www.elperiodicoextremadura.com/noticias/badajoz/fuerzas_1214372.html

 

Notes

This work was commissioned by Extremadura Orchestra for Percussion and Chamber orchestra.
It has two movements. The first one has been done for mallets and the second one was built on a base of a drums work (GEA).
The duration of those movements is 26 minutes, being around 11 minutes the first and 15 minutes the second one.
The chamber music is formed by:
Woodwind quintet (Flute, Oboe, Clarinet, Horn & Bassoon)
Brasswind quintet (Trumpet 1, Trumpet 2, Horn, Trombone & Tuba)
Strings orchestra
Three firsts violins
Three seconds violins
Three violas
Two cellos

For the second movement is high recommendable to enlarge the strings, a good number of musician could be doubling.

I. Strong Forces

The work is inspired by the four fundamental forces of nature. These forces explain any phenomena which can be produced in the universe.

Throughout all composition, it is latent the mathematic construction based in the series Fibonacci. In the first of the movements, Fibonacci's series is present in the notes' sequence that forms the series of 16 sounds and it is going to be present throughout the whole work. This series is taking form along the movement and it is getting melody and harmony.

Although it is far away from the sonata form, as we know it in its period of highest glory, it takes elements of it and updates to our days. In this movement, we can find sonata form elements as the exposition, development, transitions or coda.

The central part of the first movement becomes in the slow movement, being more intimate and lyrical, free of the serials ties although it uses resources before cited -now called common practice-.

The movement finish with a short re-exposition that concludes with the virtuosic of the soloist doubling the series and adding more tension until conforming the series in its full whole.

II. Weak Forces

It is the most tribal of both movements. Its structure is more complex and in it, we also can find clear reminiscences to the sonata form.

We can divide the movement into two big blocks. The first one is formed for the introduction and sections one and two.

Introducción

It is based in one ostinato of three notes where the accent is changing provoking unsymmetric, this ostinato represents the nucleus of our existence. The piccolo and the trombone introduce us to the human element representing the two elements that form the development of the whole movement.

The two elements of thematics are taken from the series, the first one is easily recognizable because it appears in his primary form.

First section & cadenza

In this movement, the rhythm, the melody, and the harmony are based on the sequence of Fibonacci. As the theme ostinato of the soloist as the melody is formed under the rhythm of 1, 2, 3 and 5. This section leads us to the second section with a clear mode of cadence. In the cadenza, the elements of the rhythm are varied freely with an accompaniment of the Spring Drum.

Development

It is formed by two Rondo sub-sections in which the solo part has been created through the mirror technique.

Both sections have the next form:

Intro-A-B-A-B-(B(minor)+A)

Intro-A-B-A-B-(B(major)+A)

First section & Coda

The movement ends with the repetition of the first section and the final code.

 

Percussion Ensemble - Level 5 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.962406

Composed by Salvador Rojo Gamón. Concert,Contemporary,Instructional,Standards. Score and parts. 173 pages. Salvador Rojo-Gamon #5801913. Published by Salvador Rojo-Gamon (A0.962406).

Four Forces

Reviews

Scherzo

https://scherzo.es/badajoz-vanguardias-lugarenas/

Periodico Extremadura

https://www.elperiodicoextremadura.com/noticias/badajoz/fuerzas_1214372.html

 

Notes

This work was commissioned by Extremadura Orchestra for Percussion and Chamber orchestra.
It has two movements. The first one has been done for mallets and the second one was built on a base of a drums work (GEA).
The duration of those movements is 26 minutes, being around 11 minutes the first and 15 minutes the second one.
The chamber music is formed by:
Woodwind quintet (Flute, Oboe, Clarinet, Horn & Bassoon)
Brasswind quintet (Trumpet 1, Trumpet 2, Horn, Trombone & Tuba)
Strings orchestra
Three firsts violins
Three seconds violins
Three violas
Two cellos

For the second movement is high recommendable to enlarge the strings, a good number of musician could be doubling.

I. Strong Forces

The work is inspired by the four fundamental forces of nature. These forces explain any phenomena which can be produced in the universe.

Throughout all composition, it is latent the mathematic construction based in the series Fibonacci. In the first of the movements, Fibonacci's series is present in the notes' sequence that forms the series of 16 sounds and it is going to be present throughout the whole work. This series is taking form along the movement and it is getting melody and harmony.

Although it is far away from the sonata form, as we know it in its period of highest glory, it takes elements of it and updates to our days. In this movement, we can find sonata form elements as the exposition, development, transitions or coda.

The central part of the first movement becomes in the slow movement, being more intimate and lyrical, free of the serials ties although it uses resources before cited -now called common practice-.

The movement finish with a short re-exposition that concludes with the virtuosic of the soloist doubling the series and adding more tension until conforming the series in its full whole.

II. Weak Forces

It is the most tribal of both movements. Its structure is more complex and in it, we also can find clear reminiscences to the sonata form.

We can divide the movement into two big blocks. The first one is formed for the introduction and sections one and two.

Introducción

It is based in one ostinato of three notes where the accent is changing provoking unsymmetric, this ostinato represents the nucleus of our existence. The piccolo and the trombone introduce us to the human element representing the two elements that form the development of the whole movement.

The two elements of thematics are taken from the series, the first one is easily recognizable because it appears in his primary form.

First section & cadenza

In this movement, the rhythm, the melody, and the harmony are based on the sequence of Fibonacci. As the theme ostinato of the soloist as the melody is formed under the rhythm of 1, 2, 3 and 5. This section leads us to the second section with a clear mode of cadence. In the cadenza, the elements of the rhythm are varied freely with an accompaniment of the Spring Drum.

Development

It is formed by two Rondo sub-sections in which the solo part has been created through the mirror technique.

Both sections have the next form:

Intro-A-B-A-B-(B(minor)+A)

Intro-A-B-A-B-(B(major)+A)

First section & Coda

The movement ends with the repetition of the first section and the final code.

 

Percussion Ensemble - Level 5 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.937755

Composed by Dan Heslink. Contemporary,World. Score and parts. 128 pages. Pharaoh Publications #5983475. Published by Pharaoh Publications (A0.937755).

Alexandriana for percussion ensemble (12 performers)            by Dan Heslink

 

The term Alexandriana is popularly used to reference the Great Library of antiquity in Alexandria, Egypt. Rooted in Alexander the Great’s global military and exploratory exploits (334 - 323 BCE), the library symbolizes the ancient Greek ever expanding worldview, especially under the influence of Alexander and his tutor, Aristotle. Alexander died long before construction of the Ancient Museum and Library of Alexandria, but the concept of a universal library was uniquely his.

 The mixing of Hellenistic columns with Egyptian architecture and the housing of thousands of scrolls in Greek, Turkish, Babylonian, Egyptian and Hebrew, intensify the division of the library broadly into two large sections, one for eastern knowledge and one for western knowledge. In this musical score, typically western is the thematic concept (expressed most clearly in the chimes), the tonal, triadic-based harmony and sectional concept of form.

 The music’s sectional nature parallels the library’s different rooms, each containing their own genre of knowledge (history, mathematics, poetry, etc.) Evocative of eastern musical practices are the simultaneous layers of different rhythmic subdivisions, oriental modes, and florid lines in the xylophone and vibe parts. In this score, eastern musical procedures are expressed with instruments commonly found in the Western orchestra or wind band.

 The performers are encouraged to always emphasize the score’s contrasts. Passages for indefinitely pitched percussion featuring the song within the drums contrast with other passages of purely quantitative rhythm. Complexity in the interaction of parts contrast with simple rhythmic unison. Passages of thick harmony contrast with modal monophonic melodies accompanied only by indefinitely pitched sounds. Overall, there is a wide dynamic range.

 During long passages of gradually accruing energy, take care to not build dynamics too quickly, and during fortissimo passages, drums should be stroked in a manner that avoids excessive aggression. The rhythmic background of 16th notes must be consistent among all players so that interlocking rhythmic motifs are consistent. Often the tom-toms have melodic passages that imitate the shape of mallet or timpani melodies. Tune the drums for a warm, round sound and select mallets accordingly. Bar percussion players should apply a flowing legato to their passage work. Soft sections are intended to sound mysterious: be sure to use mallets that match that character.

 The composer assigns a performance level of difficult to this work. Performance time is 9:15. The composer, Dan Heslink, can be reached at dan@dheslink.com.

Percussion Ensemble - Level 5 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.1027778

Composed by MohammadHadi Ayanbod. 20th Century,Contemporary. Score and parts. 25 pages. Rimorarte Edition #5996957. Published by Rimorarte Edition (A0.1027778).

In GRAVITY I explored different gravities as forces we not only feel them in every moments of our lives, but also thinking of living without or escaping from them seems impossible. Likewise, those gravities exist in the music, make us feel the music continuous, desirable, logical and an integrated language of art. The exploration of the path from chaos to unity, and from unity to multiplicity, is where the title came from.

GRAVITY consists of two main sections. The first section, which shows the fully-grown and flourished musical ecosystem, and the second part; a flashback to just after big-bang, which tries to musicalize the creation of the gravity! In the first section, I’ve used the concept of horizontal and vertical minimalism. At the very beginning of the piece we have a structure that bring the idea of the vertical minimalism out. In every moment, each instrument plays the same note as others. However, the narrative line is divided into different octaves, so, the melody is not the same in spite of the fact that each instrument plays the same tone. This structure also reminds the paradoxical ladder or optical staircase illusion. The narration is built up until it reaches temporal climax. At the same time, this melody starts again from the beginning with some microscopic differences visible vividly to musicians. This semi reciprocating musical narration, could be observed as a musical example of the staircase illusion. After this part, but still in the first section of the music, I’ve used the horizontal (traditional) minimalism idioms to explore the bounding forces present in the music. Although, what interesting here is the creation of synthetic voices which is the result of different amounts of the nuances and different combinations of the sound. For keen ears, it seems like shades of neon lights, penetrate into one another in the scale of time and create a big picture of micro fluctuating objects.

In the second section or just after big-bang, I’ve observed and recreate musically, the very moment of creation of the gravity just after the big-bang. Here, we don’t have melody, rhythm, structure, narration and other aspects of the music in the traditional way, although all of them are present in the music. very single sound or noise is meaningful and showing the assemblage process of the forces in the music to create a melody line. I’ve occupied idioms of contemporary Sonorism genre to create the atmosphere. This highly complex texture shows the virtuosity of interpreters and the capability of the instruments in avant-garde literature and extended techniques.

The music is concluded by a fast-tempo finale, with the instruction of fortissimo possiblile (as loud as possible). The piece, in fact, will not be finished as a morendo, but, it opens a space for hypothetically living structure; constantly grows, flourishes, shines and decays.

Percussion Ensemble - Level 3 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.942396

Composed by Adam Grim. Contemporary. Score and parts. 17 pages. Adam B. Grim #6200493. Published by Adam B. Grim (A0.942396).

Forest is a quartet/quintet for marimba, melody instrument, and optional cajon. Written with amadinda/akadinda playing in mind, this interlocking piece uses layered rhythms and melody to make the ensemble come to life with motion. Written and recorded during the 2020 COVID-19 Pandemic in the living room of my parents house, while I was working on my master’s degree. 

Percussion Ensemble - Level 2 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.802791

Composed by John Stafford Smith. Arranged by Yvonne Johnson. Instructional,Patriotic. Score and parts. 17 pages. Yvonne Johnson #409847. Published by Yvonne Johnson (A0.802791).

Score and Full Set of 8 Parts A fairly easy arrangement of this famous anthem, with performers playing mostly in unison. There are some harmony passages and there are multi-rests in all the parts. Marimba would make a good substitute for the Bass Xyl. The tempo markings are suggested ones only. I hope you enjoy this playing this arrangement!

Percussion Ensemble - Level 1 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.1094079

Composed by Traditional. Arranged by Yvonne Johnson. Children,Folk,Traditional. Score and parts. 9 pages. Yvonne Johnson #698182. Published by Yvonne Johnson (A0.1094079).

Full Score and Set of 4 Parts An easy arrangement of this traditional French children's song for the younger Orff performers. Sop Glock and Alto Met both play the melody with Alto Glock providing some harmony. Bass Xylo plays a simple bass line for the first half of the arrangement with a variation outlining the melody for the second half. Marimba would make a nice alternative to the Bass Xylo. Tempo and dynamic markings are suggested ones only. Multirest passages have been written out in full to make it easier for the beginning performer.

Percussion Ensemble - Level 1 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.837747

Composed by Mildred Hill. Arranged by Yvonne Johnson. Children,Folk,Traditional. Score and parts. 8 pages. Yvonne Johnson #444166. Published by Yvonne Johnson (A0.837747).

Scored for Sop Glock, Alto Glock, Alto Met, Bass Xylo and Tambourine This very well known and popular tune has been arranged for the melodic Orff instruments and Tambourine. The tune is played twice through, the first time is easier and could be played on its own by the younger Orff performers. Sop Glock and Alto Met both play the melody throughout, with Alto Glock providing harmonies and the Glissandi. Bass Xylo provides the variation in the repeat. Marimba could be substituted for the Bass Xylo. The tempo marking and dynamics are suggested ones only. Arranged in the key of F Major, the Bb has been written as accidentals rather than as a key signature to make it an easier read for less advanced performers.

Percussion Ensemble - Level 3 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.939386

Composed by Adam Grim. Contemporary. Score and parts. 49 pages. Adam B. Grim #6200515. Published by Adam B. Grim (A0.939386).

This piece is a diaspora-music inspired piece with a combination of high life (from Ghana) and soca (from Trinidad and Tobago). Written as an encore for the Ohio Northern University West African Drumming and Dancing Ensemble for their final performance with the Ghana Dance Ensemble's Ben Ayettey. Written and performed in 2016 for marimba, lead (tenor) pan, cello pans, electric guitar (finger picking style), bass guitar (tab included), and drum set. Quite a fun piece to play, and it will definitely get your audience on their feet!

Percussion Ensemble - Level 3 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.839123

Composed by P. Tchaikovsky. Arranged by Yvonne Johnson. Classical,Instructional,Romantic Period. Score and parts. 33 pages. Yvonne Johnson #445847. Published by Yvonne Johnson (A0.839123).

An 8 part, full version arrangement of this well known dance by Tchaikovsky. Scored for Sop Glock, Alto Glock, Sop Xyl, Alto Xyl, Alto Met, Bass Xyl, Woodblock and Tambourine. Arranged for more advanced players, the B section has some tricky rising sequences for Sop Xly, Alto Xyl and Bass Xyl. Players will need additional bars for these passages. Alto Glock adds some fun and panache with the Glissandi bars at the start of each of the main themes. Suitable for Intermediate - Advanced performers. Tempo and dynamic markings are suggested ones only. If preferred, an easier arrangement with only the main theme and stringendo end section is available for less advanced players.

Percussion Ensemble - Level 1 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.1043133

Composed by Traditional. Arranged by Yvonne Johnson. Children,Folk,Instructional,Traditional. Score and parts. 11 pages. Yvonne Johnson #647843. Published by Yvonne Johnson (A0.1043133).

Score and Full Set of 7 Parts This well known tune has been arranged in 7 parts for the younger Orff performers. The tune is played twice through with Sop Glock and Alto Met both playing the melody and Alto Glock providing the harmony. The Bass Xylo provides a simple bass line for the first verse with the variation for the second verse giving the arrangement a sense of motion. Marimba or Bass Met could be substituted for the Bass Xylo. Sop Xylo and Alto Xylo parts both have glissandi, with Alto Xylo playing the glissandi in the first verse and Sop Xylo playing the glissandi in the second verse. The simple rhythmic beat of the Tambourine part helps convey the motion of the bus wheels. Tempo and dynamic markings are suggested ones only.

Percussion Ensemble - Level 1 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.1045775

Composed by Traditional. Arranged by Yvonne Johnson. Children,Folk,Traditional. Score and parts. 10 pages. Yvonne Johnson #650363. Published by Yvonne Johnson (A0.1045775).

This well known children's song has been arranged for the younger Orff performers using basic note values. An easy, simple arrangement, the tune is played twice with only a variation in the Bass Xylo part for the second playing. Tambourine has a trill at the end with a glissando played by the Bass Xylo. Dynamics and tempo markings are suggested ones only and Marimba or Bass Met could be substituted for the Bass Xylo. A happy, fun piece for all the Orff class.

Percussion Ensemble - Level 1 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.839122

Composed by P. Tchaikovsky. Arranged by Yvonne Johnson. Classical,Instructional,Romantic Period. Score and parts. 14 pages. Yvonne Johnson #444872. Published by Yvonne Johnson (A0.839122).

An 8 part, shorter and easier arrangement of this well known Russian Dance by Tchaikovsky. Scored for Sop Glock, Alto Glock, Sop Xyl, Alto Xyl, Alto Met, Bass Xylo, Woodblock and Tambourine. Consisting of only the main theme with a stringendo ending, this arrangement is more suitable for less advanced performers. Arranged in the key of G Major, F# bars will be needed with some passages also requiring C# bars. Alto Glock adds some fun and panache with the Glissandi bars at the start of the main theme. Tempo and dynamic markings are suggested ones only. If preferred, a full version arrangement is available for more advanced players.

Percussion Ensemble - Level 1 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.1047954

Composed by Traditional. Arranged by Yvonne Johnson. Children,Folk,Instructional,Traditional. Score and parts. 9 pages. Yvonne Johnson #652405. Published by Yvonne Johnson (A0.1047954).

Score and Full Set of 4 Parts This well known children's song is based on the old German folk tune Lauterbach Hab' Ich Mein Strumpf Verlor'n dating back to 1827 and was first published with lyrics by Septimus Winner in 1864. It has been arranged for the younger Orff Ensemble performers using simple rhythms and basic note values. Sop Glock and Alto Met play the tune throughout. Alto Glock provides some harmony with a simple bass line played by Bass Xylo. Arranged in the key of F Major, players will need their Bb bars. Dynamics and tempo markings are suggested ones only and Marimba makes a nice substitute for the Bass Xylo.