Percussion Ensemble - Level 3 - Digital Download SKU: A0.889421 Composed by Luis Anjos Teixeira. Concert,Contemporary,Standards. Score and parts. 37 pages. Luis Anjos Teixeira #3516025. Published by Luis Anjos Teixeira (A0.889421). „Mimi`s Dream is a piece for a mixed group of about 18 musicians. Pan flute, soprano recorder 1, soprano recorder 2, alto flute, tenor recorder, bass recorder, bass flute, Bells, tubular bells, chimes, percussion, drumset, Harp, celesta, double bass, BW tubes, It is a flexible piece and very easy for some of the performers, so it can be played by a mixed group of beginners, middle and advanced musicians altogether.  Entirely dedicated to Mimi the Stray Queen Cat, that adopted me and my Wife for her Family. The score was written on Finale.  The sound file was performed with samplers from Garritan and conceived as an audio support for the presentation of the score. This is the first time that this version is published. Thank you very much for taking your time to read this text and to listen to the file. I hope you have a lot of fun and enjoy the music. Sheers! Thanks to Claudia Eppelt for the cover design, all the Love and inspiration. Special Thanks to Nina, and to Stray Queen Mimi plus all my Feline Family. Thank you for all the Love and Compassion. Love Forever. Luis Anjos Teixeira

Percussion Ensemble - Level 1 - Digital Download SKU: A0.767900 Composed by Yvonne Johnson. Blues,Instructional,Standards. Score and parts. 18 pages. Yvonne Johnson #2891253. Published by Yvonne Johnson (A0.767900). A fairly easy boogie arrangement using I IV V chords over a well known walking bass. Woodblocks provide the rhythmic accents on the 2nd and 4th beats, typical in a blues or boogie piece. Alto Met doubles the Bass Xyl in some passages. The eighth notes (quavers) should be slightly swung.

Percussion Ensemble - Level 5 - Digital Download SKU: A0.811252 Composed by Antonio J. Garcia. Contemporary,Jazz,Latin,World. Score and parts. 119 pages. Gordon Cherry #6549777. Published by Gordon Cherry (A0.811252). Two Dreams for Trombone and Percussion EnsembleDr. Justin Alexander (Director, VCU Percussion Ensemble) invited me to create a piece for trombone and percussion ensemble that had roles for more- and less-experienced players so that they could mix within the performance. I so enjoyed composing and performing this work. He estimates the overall difficulty grade of Movement I to be a three on a five-point scale and Movement II to be a four, with a grade four for the overall piece; but some players’ parts (within the eight total in the percussion ensemble) are indeed easier.The two Movements are approximately five minutes each.The first Movement  Bilita Mpash (An Amazing Dream) calls for (1) shekeré/guiro; (2) 5-octave marimba (shared with...); (3) 5-octave marimba (shared with previous); (4) claves/drum set with mounted cowbell; (5) bell/mounted cowbell/congas; (6) hi-hat/suspended cymbal; (7) bass drum; and (8) four toms/maracas.The Second Movement (Running with the Tigers) calls for (1) xylophone; (2) vibraphone/glockenspiel; (3) 5-octave marimba; (4) drum set; (5) shaker/samba whistle/congas (opt. voice); (6) triangle/bell tree/hanging bells/agogo bells (opt. voice); (7) bass drum (opt. voice); and (8) Timpani (opt. voice). Pending difficulty levels, the conga and drum set parts can optionally be split among additional percussionists. The score notes offer a stage plot and many rehearsal tips.Bilita Mpash (An Amazing Dream)The 3-2 Rumba Clave anchors this movement, launched by the shekeré. Rhythmic vamps of multiple bars form the landscape over which the trombone’s melody emerges, followed by a move to double-time 2-3 Rumba Clave (with montuno) and back. The trombone soloist improvises without chordal accompaniment for a while so could reflect on the preceding harmonies or instead freely improvise with no concern as to chord changes, while a later section requires improv over chord changes. After the recap, a surprise tag of the ending phrase in Cha Cha sets up the rubato finish. Bilita Mpash (BILL-it-uh m-POSH) is a Bantu term for an amazing dream, a dream so good that it is the polar opposite of a nightmare-a dream in a blissful state where all is forgiven and forgotten2. Running with the TigersThe opening, written-out marimba solo is somewhat of a nod to vibist Gary Burton’s influence in bringing mallets towards the expression of modern jazz. A 9/8 samba-groove (5+4) transforms to 4/4. None of the percussionists have to have a jazz background, though the drum set player would be more challenged if not already exposed to Latin drumming. The improvised solo section could be all solo trombone or could be divided among various performers, including trading. The recap of the tune begins over 5/8 samba (3+2, later 2+3). The closing arrhythmic drum-set solo crescendos as the optional surprise of percussionists’ (or additional) voices sing at the end. The title of this movement refers to a recurring dream my dad would have, as well as to the active movements of my grandson when sleeping in his earliest years.-Antonio J. GarcíaInstrumentation is for:Solo Trombone and 8-part Percussion Ensemble:shekeré/guiro, 2 5-octave marimbas, claves/drumset with cowbell, bell, congas, hi-hat, suspended cymbal, bass drum, toms, maracas, xylophone, vibraphone, glockenspiel, shaker, samba whistle, congas, triangle, bell tree, hanging bells, agogo bells, bass drum and timpani.This rhythmic and dramatic work includes improvisation by the Trombonist. Listen to the brilliant live performance featuring Mr. Garcia and the Virginia Commonwealth University Percussion Ensemble directed by Dr. Justin Alexander.

Percussion Ensemble - Level 5 - Digital Download SKU: A0.730494 Composed by James Nathaniel Holland. Contemporary,Musical/Show. Score and parts. 326 pages. James Nathaniel Holland #4800780. Published by James Nathaniel Holland (A0.730494). Advisory: Ballet story contains adult situation and themes. Not suitable for audiences or performers under the age of 18.  INDIVIDUAL INSTRUMENT PARTS 2 (Strings, Harp, Timpani and Percussion). Piano Score, Full Orchestral Score, Individual Parts (Part 1) Sold Separately. American composer, James Nathaniel Holland, brings a ballet adapted from the first century Roman novel by Gaius Petronius (cir. 50 A.D.) to the stage. An entertaining ballet for adults (not suitable for general audiences under the age of 18), celebrating the male ballet dancer's physique and a laugh at our own human sexuality. The comedy is a romp of three gay protagonists and their adventures and misadventure in ancient Rome and their characters; an ex-gladiator, Enclopius, his young lover, Giton, and an upper class snob, Ascyltos. It should also be said that this ballet is not pure gratuitous vulgarity, there is a interweaving story containing a deeper message of real human relationships, the satire of ancient Roman archetypes, and a humorous glimpse into ancient Roman life that still rings true even 2,000 plus years later. Regardless of the subject matter, Holland's original music is fantastic tapestry of counterpoint, set in a sort of atonal-ism and heavy percussion, evoking a period of history no longer available to us. Although not all cues and counterpoint is contained here, this piano score is extremely useful for either a performance with 2 pianos and percussion and a dance company, a director's/choreographer's score, or a concise conductor's score, or rehearsal score. Measure numbers line up with the full score. An orchestral, performance CD is available for those company's on a budget.

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 - Digital Download SKU: A0.999569 By Elton John. By Bernie Taupin and Elton John. Arranged by Russell Ward. Pop,Rock. Score and parts. 1 pages. Russell Ward #6056919. Published by Russell Ward (A0.999569). Supplimentary drumkit edition of the Mix n' Match trio arrangement of Elton John's I'm Still Standing. This tune makes a great statement about resilience in these COVID19 times. An Ideal selection for your School Music program in these times when full band rehearsals are not possible due to various social distancing guidelines. Mix n' Match trio arrangements are designed for use by school ensembles and are fully interchangeable with other editions of the same arrangement, so long as 3 parts are covered. Can be played by virtually any three instruments of your music program.   Other editions available at https://www.sheetmusicplus.com/publishers/russell-ward/17598 include: ·       Flute ·       Bb Clarinet ·       Eb Saxophones (Alto/Bari) ·       Bb Saxophones (Ten/Sop) ·       Bb Trumpet ·       Trombone (B.C) ·       Tuned percussion   ·       Bass (optional/additional part 3) ·       Tuba (optional/additional part 3) ·       Drumkit (optional)  

Percussion Ensemble - Level 3 - Digital Download SKU: A0.927008 By Dave Koz & Kelly Sweet. By Irving Berlin. Arranged by Michael Rennaker. Jazz. Score and parts. 22 pages. Rennaker Music #3864925. Published by Rennaker Music (A0.927008). This arrangement of the popular Christmas tune is designed to facilitate a large range of skill sets to be accessible for middle/high school groups with a wide range of abilities. The timpani and percussion parts are optional additions to involve more players, but the piece works equally well with only the mallet parts. The auxiliary parts may also be augmented to add more color as seen fit by the director/performers. 4-mallet marimba parts can be covered by a single player, or split between to younger performers. At 3 minutes in duration it's the perfect addition to the Winter Concert to showcase the special talents of the percussion section. .

Percussion Ensemble - Level 1 - Digital Download SKU: A0.999566 By Elton John. By Bernie Taupin and Elton John. Arranged by Russell Ward. Pop,Rock. Score and parts. 2 pages. Russell Ward #6056913. Published by Russell Ward (A0.999566). Tuned percussion edition of the Mix n' Match trio arrangement of Elton John's I'm Still Standing. This tune makes a great statement about resilience in these COVID19 times. An Ideal selection for your School Music program in these times when full band rehearsals are not possible due to various social distancing guidelines. Mix n' Match trio arrangements are designed for use by school ensembles and are fully interchangeable with other editions of the same arrangement, so long as 3 parts are covered. Can be played by virtually any three instruments of your music program.   Other editions available at https://www.sheetmusicplus.com/publishers/russell-ward/17598 include: ·       Flute ·       Bb Clarinet ·       Eb Saxophones (Alto/Bari) ·       Bb Saxophones (Ten/Sop) ·       Bb Trumpet ·       Trombone (B.C) ·       Tuned percussion   ·       Bass (optional/additional part 3) ·       Tuba (optional/additional part 3) ·       Drumkit (optional)  

Percussion Ensemble - Level 1 - Digital Download SKU: A0.999568 By Elton John. By Bernie Taupin and Elton John. Arranged by Russell Ward. Pop,Rock. Score and parts. 1 pages. Russell Ward #6056917. Published by Russell Ward (A0.999568). Supplimentary Bass edition of the Mix n' Match trio arrangement of Elton John's I'm Still Standing. This tune makes a great statement about resilience in these COVID19 times. An Ideal selection for your School Music program in these times when full band rehearsals are not possible due to various social distancing guidelines. Mix n' Match trio arrangements are designed for use by school ensembles and are fully interchangeable with other editions of the same arrangement, so long as 3 parts are covered. Can be played by virtually any three instruments of your music program.   Other editions available at https://www.sheetmusicplus.com/publishers/russell-ward/17598 include: ·       Flute ·       Bb Clarinet ·       Eb Saxophones (Alto/Bari) ·       Bb Saxophones (Ten/Sop) ·       Bb Trumpet ·       Trombone (B.C) ·       Tuned percussion   ·       Bass (optional/additional part 3) ·       Tuba (optional/additional part 3) ·       Drumkit (optional)  

Percussion Ensemble - Level 5 - Digital Download SKU: A0.939392 Composed by Adam Grim. 20th Century,Contemporary. Score and parts. 65 pages. Adam B. Grim #6862379. Published by Adam B. Grim (A0.939392). Another Place is a marimba quartet on two instruments with some accessory items like a mounted bass drum, cymbal, and wind chimes. The work is about 10.5 minutes long, and holds three distinct movements that begin with solemn rolls that slowly become more regimented and rhythmic. The second movement raises the bar and becomes very rhythmic and syncopated with a Reich-like approach of melody vs interlocking harmony. This climax brings a high dynamic level to the forefront of the instruments with interlocking impact points being contrasted to unison hits. The third movement takes this original melody and harmony to the next level by using changing time signatures and motivic ideas to maximize the powerful ending. Throughout there is a deep sense of color and texture that can be maximized by the ensemble in new and exciting ways with each performance. This has plenty of ink, but also leaves a lot to interpret and bring the ensemble’s voice forward. I hope you enjoy! This work won the Audience Award in the Rocky Mountain Music Composition Contest in 2022 as well as Second Prize overall. These international awards were judged by a panel of seven judges from around the world, but with the competition based out of Toronto, Canada.

Percussion Ensemble - Level 3 - Digital Download SKU: A0.935392 Composed by Dan Heslink. Contemporary. Score and parts. 23 pages. Pharaoh Publications #6203899. Published by Pharaoh Publications (A0.935392). Sharks’ Teeth, a Game for any Number of Percussionists. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Dan Heslink Sharks’ Teeth is a musical game, or contest, between two or more percussionists. It is based on rhythm, and can therefore be executed on any combination of indefinitely-pitched percussion instruments. Its execution relies on guided improvisation governed by preconceived thematic material and manners of elaboration. In addition to the two or more contestants, another musician functions as a Game Meister (GM) who controls that game’s progress and evaluation. Enclosed are the game instructions for a contest of guided improvisation, and a notated example for two percussionists and Game Meister, Shark’s Tooth. This score can also be played on recital. After reading the contest instructions, the composer recommends that contestants next play the notated example before attempting the game through improvisation.  Besides being fun to play, this game is also an excellent tool for fostering concentration, musicality, memory and an understanding of musical structure. The composer, Dan Heslink, assigned a difficulty level of medium, and can be contacted at dan@dheslink.com.

Percussion Ensemble - Level 2 - Digital Download SKU: A0.908406 Composed by Richard Rodgers. Arranged by John M. Licari. Broadway,Film/TV. Score and parts. 13 pages. Music Preparation Services #5196201. Published by Music Preparation Services (A0.908406). Edelweiss - Rodgers & Hammerstein (Percussion Ensemble)Arranged by John M. LicariMusic Preparation Serviceswww.musicprepservices.com Edelweiss is a show tune from the 1959 Rodgers and Hammerstein musical The Sound of Music. It is named after the edelweiss, a white flower found high in the Alps. The song was created for the 1959 Broadway production of The Sound of Music, as a song for the character Captain Georg von Trapp (originated by the performer Theodore Bikel). In the musical, Captain von Trapp and his family sing this song during the concert near the end of Act II, as a statement of Austrian patriotism in the face of the pressure put upon him to join the navy of Nazi Germany following the Anschluss (Nazi annexation of their homeland). It is also Captain von Trapp's subliminal goodbye to his beloved homeland, using the flower as a symbol of his loyalty to Austria. In the 1965 film adaptation, the song is also sung by the Captain earlier in the film when he rediscovers music with his children. It was the last song ever written by Oscar Hammerstein II, prior to his death in August, 1960. This arrangement is written for a percussion ensemble, featuring glockenspiel, marimba, snare, bass, triangle, tambourine, and timpani.

Percussion Ensemble - Level 4 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1028164 Composed by Graeme Culpepper. Contemporary. Score and parts. 44 pages. Graeme Culpepper #3407713. Published by Graeme Culpepper (A0.1028164). This piece is for 4 percussionists with an optional Harp part that can be played on piano. Shores is a very calming piece that is sure to soothe your audience. Starting in a very mellow manner shores utilizes the unique sound of the ocean drum to achieve a very subdue effect. The B section is more rhythmically involved and ends with a short canon that leads back into the A theme.This was premiered, performed, and recorded by the South Carolina Governor's School for the Arts and Humanities Percussion Ensemble

Percussion Ensemble - Level 3 - Digital Download SKU: A0.984525 By Boney M. By Frank Farian, Fred Jay, and George Reyam. Arranged by S Welburn. Dance,Disco. Score and parts. 41 pages. S J Welburn #4634143. Published by S J Welburn (A0.984525). Arrangement of the 1978 hit single, by German / Caribbean Euro-Disco group Boney M. Taken from their third album Nightflight to Venus, the song was released in August of 1978 and reached No.1 in 5 countries, and peaked at No.2 in the UK.A cover of the song was released in 2007, by Finnish Folk Metal band Turisas. After years of playing it as part of their live shows, they decided to put it to record as a special edition EP in the wake of the success of their second full length album.KEY: G MinorDIFFICULTY: IntermediateThe piece makes use of several repeated rhythmic motifs, so once familiarised it is relatively easy to master. In a couple of spots their are short solo passages, but on the whole instruments work together in their subsections and are little exposed.