This rhythmically driving solo with many meter changes requires the use of four drums. Dedicated to Saul Goodman, Scherzo captures the rhythmic excitement and drive of this master teacher.
Three contrasting and challenging movements that contain many contemporary compositional devices. This work, which requires advanced technical and musical proficiency, is ideal for university recital...
A masterpiece for the advanced student or professional timpanist. Cirone's knowledge of timpani combined with his compositional expertise make this a 'must play' work for the serious-performer's reper...
An exciting, musically challenging solo for concert, contest or recital. This 3-drum work helps to develop musicianship through its use of mixed meters, expressive dynamics, and tempo changes. Grade 4...
Six exciting works by Nexus percussionist Bill Cahn for unaccompanied timpani for the advanced performer. These pieces include a variety of styles influenced by music from Western Classical and Romant...
Carlyss has provided a comprehensive performance analysis for the timpani parts of Beethoven's nine symphonies. His easy-to-understand explanations are based on countless performances under many of th...
Former timpanist of the Philadelphia Orchestra¦and Indiana University Professor of Music, Gerald Carlyss has provided a comprehensive performance analysis for the timpani parts of the Brahms and Tchai...
This driving, one movement sonata is an exciting work. It is technically demanding requiring control of wrist rotation, independence and pedaling.
This work is already becoming a 'standard' for recitals, juries and just for enjoyable playing. Trilogy is a beautiful work that is always well received
A unique collection of early 20th century rags arranged for xylophone solo with piano accompaniment. The solos range from easy to difficult and include chord symbols for improvisation.
