Music For Multi Percussion

Music for Multi-Percussion: A World View is designed as a progression of complex skills required to play multi-percussion. Ten percussion solos and two duets are presented with the intention of being performed in recitals, auditions, studio classes and contests. The collection of solos and duets is organized into four categories which focus on specific skill sets: Category 1: Single instruments (or instrument set) Category 2: Changing implements on a single instrument (or instrument set) Category 3: Multiple instruments and implements Category 4: Three- and four-way coordination

Music for Multi-Percussion: A World View is designed as a progression of complex skills required to play multi-percussion. Ten percussion solos and two duets are presented with the intention of being performed in recitals, auditions, studio classes and contests. The collection of solos and duets is organized into four categories which focus on specific skill sets: Category 1: Single instruments (or instrument set) Category 2: Changing implements on a single instrument (or instrument set) Category 3: Multiple instruments and implements Category 4: Three- and four-way coordination

Titles are: Snare Drum Suite * Pentad * Three Moods * Pulsation * 20 Down * Ternary.

Commissioned by renowned percussionist Dame Evelyn Glennie, Psathas’ Drum Dances (1993) is a standard for drum kit and piano repertoire. Each of the four movements in this work were stimulated by a certain rhythmic interaction possible between two performers. The performers gradually transition from battling for superiority to working together throughout the work as they navigate material ranging from from a loosely-written stately dance to very tight and syncopated rhythmic interaction.

The famous rhythms of the Portraits in Rhythm snare drum etudes by Anthony J. Cirone have now been transcribed for a multiple percussion setup (bass drum, four concert toms, two bongos, five temple blocks, three wood blocks, three cowbells, two suspended cymbals, triangle, and gong). This folio, though advanced, is perfect for the aspiring percussionist.

Solo Expressions for the Beginning Percussionist is a sequential introduction of skills, techniques and knowledge through the performance of 40 solos for the percussionist. It begins at a novice level and gradually progresses through each solo to develop individual and ensemble skills. The play-along CD includes all solos and an introduction track for each that allows the player to experience the meter, volume, tempo and style before they begin to play.

Introduction. How this book is organized ; Instruments covered ; Working with percussionists ; Location specifics ; The value of not reading this book.

Titles are: Three on One * Three to Go * Cymbalism * Hexagon * Caribbean Drummer * Pop Corn.