Percussion Ensemble, Vibraphone, Marimba 1, Marimba 2 - Intermediate - Digital Download By Maroon 5. Arranged by Igor Escalona. Score, Set of Parts. 13 pages. Published by Igor Escalona

Multi-Percussion, Suspended Cymbal, Tom, Bar chimes, Tom, Snare drum, Conga - Digital Download Composed by Igor Escalona. Recital. Score, Set of Parts. 6 pages. Published by Igor Escalona

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 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 3 - Digital Download SKU: A0.934596 Composed by Christophe Degousée. Contemporary. Score and parts. 58 pages. Christophe Degousée #3632545. Published by Christophe Degousée (A0.934596). Western Percussion It's a composition for 5 to 9 percussionists.

Percussion Ensemble - Level 3 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1012290 Composed by Chris Kamerling. Contemporary,Standards. Score and parts. 24 pages. Phantom K Music #6642767. Published by Phantom K Music (A0.1012290). Are you searching for something different for your percussion ensemble? Do you not have enough players to utilize keyboard percussion? Have you ever wanted to do something with narrator, but haven't had the chance? Well, I've got a piece for you! This piece is for four percussionists and a single narrator. The sound hearkens back to the beatnik poets of the 1960s! This is an exploration of sound for your percussionists, which allows them to use varied instruments from the snare drum to flower pots! I hope you enjoy Ambrosian Wish for percussion ensemble and narrator. Chris Kamerling can be found on Facebook at www.facebook.com/kamerlingcomposer; his website is www.chriskamerling.com; and his YouTube channel is www.youtube.com/user/ckamerling93. You are always welcome to contact Mr. Kamerling by email at phantomkmusic@gmail.com 

Percussion Ensemble - Level 3 - Digital Download SKU: A0.939385 Composed by Adam Grim. Contemporary. Score and parts. 17 pages. Adam B. Grim #6200499. Published by Adam B. Grim (A0.939385). The Duel for 2 Marching Percussionists was written in 2015 and premiered at Ohio Northern University. It features two players, each with a number of marching percussion (drumline) instruments in front of them. Both players use a snare drum and mounted cymbal while one player plays 5 tonal bass drums and the other plays the tenors (for 5 drums). It is for advanced high school or college level players, and is very entertaining to watch. It includes stick tricks and moves that are neat to see and do. All the tricks are fairly well known, so you could easily see them on YouTube. If not, then contact me directly and I would be happy to explain! 

Percussion Ensemble - Level 4 - Digital Download SKU: A0.500876 Composed by Dallin Christiansen. Children,Folk,Latin,New Age. Score and parts. 18 pages. Dallin Christiansen #113985. Published by Dallin Christiansen (A0.500876). I wrote this piece for my general music percussion ensemble some time ago. Needless to say, we were unable to play this. However, it is still a very fun piece for percussionists who are up to playing in 7/8.

Percussion Ensemble - Level 1 - Digital Download SKU: A0.966245 Composed by João Marcos Simon Paulini. Concert,Standards. Score and parts. 2 pages. Zoltan Paulinyi #5989679. Published by Zoltan Paulinyi (A0.966245). Short piece for 1 percussionist (rattle, egg shaker, kitchen plate, tambourin, balloon).

Percussion Ensemble - Digital Download SKU: A0.936928 Composed by Max Whittaker. 20th Century,Contemporary. Score and parts. 56 pages. Max Whittaker #6358343. Published by Max Whittaker (A0.936928). This is a minimalism piece orchestrated for 8 Percussionists (4 Mallet players, 1 Timpanist, 2 Aux, and 1 Pianist). It focuses primarily on repetitive rhythm, syncopation, and live delay.

Percussion Ensemble - Level 3 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1075547 Composed by Brian Monroe. 20th Century,Instructional. Score and parts. 48 pages. BLM Music Publications (https://brianmonroemusic.com) #679741. Published by BLM Music Publications (https://brianmonroemusic.com) (A0.1075547). Celebrations is a mixed percussion ensemble octet utilizing both keyboard and non keyboard percussion instruments. It was written in memory of Ohio Band Director, Dan Meeks. In life we celebrate many occasions: birthdays, holidays, vacations, winning seasons, winning the lottery, anniversaries, marriages and births, just to name a few. But at times of loss we can also celebrate those who have left an indelible mark on us. Parents, mentors and teachers fit into this category. This piece is written to celebrate learning and though who guided us on our path. Specifically this piece is dedicated in memory of Dan Meeks, a teacher, band director, percussionist, husband and dad who touched so many lives teaching and guiding his family, friends and students through part of their lives. We are forever in debt to people like Dan and celebrate them. Dan would often say, Just Have Fun! This piece is written with that joy and love of life in mind. Thanks Dan, you always made it fun. Parts: Part 1: Bells (w/hard plastic mallets) Part 2: Xylophone & Crotales (or Bells) (w/medium plastic mallets) Part 3: Vibraphone (w/medium cord mallets) Part 4: Marimba 1: (w/medium yard mallets) Part 5: Marimba 2: if possible 4.5 or 5 octave play lower notes. (w/medium yard mallets) Part 6: Percussion 1: Snare Drum & Sleighbells Part 7: Bass Drum, Gong, Suspended Cymbal & Triangle Part 8: Timpani.

Percussion Ensemble - Level 1 - Digital Download SKU: A0.797629 Composed by Jeremy Barnet. 20th Century,Concert,Contemporary,Instructional,World. Score and parts. 15 pages. Jeremy Barnett #3455015. Published by Jeremy Barnett (A0.797629). Meditation for 9 percussionistsA slow, dramatic piece for beginner percussion ensemble, 'Meditation' offers the chance to focus on sound quality, delicacy, and detailed ensemble playing, within a piece that is both simple and profound. This is an opportunity for younger player to experience a type of music making usually reserved for more experienced and mature musicians.  Using standard band/orchestral percussion instruments, 'Meditation' is a welcome addition to any percussion concert program.

Percussion Ensemble - Level 3 - Digital Download SKU: A0.972637 Composed by James Siddons. 20th Century,Contemporary. Score and parts. 4 pages. James Siddons Music and Writings #3025021. Published by James Siddons Music and Writings (A0.972637). This is the percussion part for Dance of the Wind-Up Toys by James Siddons. It shows the hi-hat, cymbal, and snare drum. This part may be played by one, two, or three percussionists, and is to be used in conjunction with the full score, for clarinet, cello, mime or dancer(s), and this percussion part. For full score, see SMP item number SO 200939.

Percussion Ensemble - Level 3 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1012681 Composed by 16h Century. Arranged by Brian Monroe. Contemporary. Score and parts. 21 pages. BLM Music Publications (https://brianmonroemusic.com) #6871551. Published by BLM Music Publications (https://brianmonroemusic.com) (A0.1012681). Scored for 9 piece percussion ensemble, Deck the Halls is a great intermediate piece for the holiday percussion ensemble.  Scored for Bells, Xylophone, 2 Marimbas (played on 1 instrument) Chimes, Snare Drum (w/Triangle), Bass Drum, Tambourine Sleighbells and Timpani (w/temple blocks) this is a great piece for your junior high level percussionists.  Grade 2   .

Percussion Ensemble - Level 5 - Digital Download SKU: A0.864153 Composed by Jordan Grigg. Concert,Contemporary,Instructional,Standards. Score and parts. 85 pages. Jordan Grigg #5040727. Published by Jordan Grigg (A0.864153).