Series: PERCUSSION SEXTET
Grade: 3+ Item: 20031 Price: $12.95
The introductory “Largo” and closing “Allegro Vivace” sections of this classic work by Tschaikowsky will provide inspiration and excitement for players. The skillful grade 3+ scoring utilizes common percussion instruments including: Bells/Tambourine, Vibes/Triangle, Marimba/Tenor Drum, Snare Drum, Bass Drum/Cymbal(s), and Timpani. Duration 3:00.
Series: SNARE DRUM SOLO
Grade: 5+ Features: Snare Drum Solo (Unaccompanied) Item: 13495 Price: $5.95
Written for snare drummers, the title of this Houllif solo is a takeoff on Kendor's location at 21 Grove Street in Delevan. As for the piece itself, this original march features most of the standard rudiments in a snappy, syncopated rhythmic shuffle. It starts in 4/4 time, ends in 6/8, and uses the number 21 as a motive throughout. Great for contest, recital, or jury!
Series: DRUM SET SOLO
Grade: 5 Features: Drum Set Solo (Unaccompanied) Item: 13520 Price: $4.95
Series: PERCUSSION SEXTET
Grade: 5 Item: 20010 Price: $12.95
Series: MALLET SOLO
Grade: 4+ Features: Mallet Solo (Unaccompanied) Item: 13744 Price: $4.95
Here's one of our most resplendent patriotic songs in a novel arrangement for unaccompanied vibraphone. Featuring the jazz harmonies of piano legend Bill Evans, chord symbols are provided in the expressive first half for players wishing to improvise. Four medium yarn mallets are required, and the motor is off throughout. A perfect closer for recitals and even professional club dates.
Series: BODY PERCUSSION
Grade: 3 Features: Body Percussion Quartet Item: 20373 Price: $13.95
In this fun-for-all quartet for finger snappers, hand clappers and foot stompers, old-fashioned square dance rhythms reign supreme. Even the characteristic rhythms of hoe-down fiddling are included, giving this piece an irresistible down-home charm. Sets come with two copies of each part so the basic quartet can be expanded for 8, 12, or 16 performers.
Series: BODY PERCUSSION
Grade: 3 Features: Body Percussion Quartet Item: 20377 Price: $9.50
In our Ensembles Without Instruments, this jazzy quartet featuring vocal sounds, hand clapping, finger snapping and other body percussion sounds pays tribute to the legendary bebop drummers Max Roach, Philly Jo Jones, Kenny Clarke, and others.
Series: PERCUSSION SEXTET
Grade: 3+ Item: 20014 Price: $13.95
This sextet for common percussion instruments features an exotic, medium tempo rock/Latin groove that is highlighted by bluesy, jazz inflected mallet playing. Three mallet players, a drum set player, and two Latin accessory percussionists will enjoy the written solo space, and the 4/4 time signature that segues to a hypnotic 12/8. Duration 4:36.
Series: MALLET SOLO
Grade: 4+ Features: Mallet Solo (Unaccompanied) Item: 13747 Price: $4.95
Great for recitals, juries or contests, this solo for unaccompanied vibraphone was inspired by the rhythmic bebop jazz of pianist Thelonius Monk and the bluesy melodic lines of vibist Milt Jackson. Featuring three-mallet technique, the duration is 3:15.
Series: BODY PERCUSSION
Grade: 4 Item: 20384 Price: $13.95
Written in cut time, this zesty gumbo of syncopated street beats and body sounds-hand claps, thigh and tummy pats, foot taps and stomps-conjures up a rollicking, spicy experience for all. Two copies of each part are provided to accommodate groups ranging in size from four to 16 performers. Duration 2:00.
Series: PERCUSSION SEXTET
Grade: 3+ Item: 20017 Price: $12.95
This “sixties” classic from the Beach Boys is presented here in an easy swing-shuffle style for common percussion instruments including: bells, xylophone, vibes, marimba, drumset, conga and tambourine. Melodically and harmonically engaging, grade 3+ percussion ensembles will love to play this piece. Duration 3:30.
Series: PERCUSSION SEXTET
Grade: 4 Item: 20015 Price: $13.95
All the gaiety and “joie de vivre” of Paris in the late 19th century is depicted in this frolicking sextet for common percussion instruments. The energy and excitement of this grade 4 setting is guaranteed to bring smiles to the faces of players and audiences alike. Duration 2:20.
Series: BODY PERCUSSION
Grade: 2+ Features: Body Percussion Trio Item: 20391 Price: $8.50
Written in response to the remarkable success we continue to have with our other body percussion editions, this new theme incorporates hand clapping, thigh/tummy patting, and foot tapping in imitative, syncopated Latin rhythms. Dynamic contrasts and accents add extra flavor, and two copies of each part are included so larger groups of 6, 9 or 12 members can be featured.
Series: MALLET SOLO
Grade: 5+ Features: Mallet Solo (Unaccompanied) Item: 13750 Price: $5.95
Series: PERCUSSION SEPTET
Grade: 2+ Item: 20076 Price: $10.95
Popular percussion writer Murray Houllif brings us this melange of authentic rhythms and instrumental interplay that contribute to the infectious dance we know as the cha-cha. Snare drum, bass drum, 2 toms, 2 timpani, claves, cowbell, and maracas are used in this clever grade 2+ piece. Duration 2:25.
Series: PERCUSSION QUINTET
Grade: 3 Item: 19943 Price: $11.95
Murray Houllif's swingin' version of this great Roaring Twenties hit features all the razzmatazz of that fabulous era. Accessible to many, equipment requirements are flexible and limited to common instruments only. Audiences (and players) will be delighted with the results!
Series: PERCUSSION DUET
Grade: 4 Features: Mixed Ensemble Item: 19672 Price: $6.50
Percussionists will love this terrific rudimental-style march for snare drum and 2 timpani. It provides rhythmic interplay using imitation, unison and counterpoint, dynamic contrast, and syncopated accents. Recitals and competition festivals are ideal performance settings for this original.
Series: PERCUSSION METHODS
Item: 21150 Price: $7.00
Series: PERCUSSION DUET
Grade: 3-4 Features: 2 Drum Sets
Collection Contains:
SHOWDOWN IN MOTOWN; CHATTIN' IN LATIN; TRADING POST; RAPSTERS
Item: 19671 Price: $9.50
Drum set duets are always fun and a great way to improve musicianship - listening, balance, dynamics and precision. These grade 3-4 pieces encompass rock, funk, jazz and Latin styles for 4 piece kits. Perfect for studio lessons, recitals, juries, and contests.
Series: PERCUSSION DUET
Grade: 3-4+ Features: 2 Snare Drums
Collection Contains:
PETROLOGY 101; DOUBLE SCOTCH; DUELIN' PARADIDDLES; READY TO RUMBLE; BUDDY-BUDDY; THREE IN ONE; SAMBA PEOPLE; FANDANGO FURIOSO; ON A MISSION; MEET THE FUNKTONES
Item: 19673 Price: $10.95
Conceived as a sequel to his set of duets for young drummers, this book of 10 duets features an array of styles--rock, jazz, rudimental, classical, samba, funk, etc.
Series: MALLET DUET
Grade: 1-2+ Features: Collection Contains:
THE ROCK MINERS; HAND IN HAND; EVERYDAY'S A PARADE; OUR LITTLE HACIENDA; A DUBLIN AIR; DANCE OF THE CHROMOSOMES; FLAT BAROQUE; THE SWINGERS; POLKA PARTY; CONTRARY RAG Item: 20292 Price: $9.50
This collection of ten originals is playable by any combination of bells, xylophone, vibraphone or marimba. As in all of Murray's previous Contest sets, pieces are cleverly titled for easy identification and feature an array of popular styles- rock, waltz, march. Latin, Baroque, jazz, ragtime, polka, and even an Irish air. While use of specific mallets is generally left to the discretion of the teacher and student, some helpful suggestions are included in the foreword.
Series: PERCUSSION DUET
Grade: 1-2+ Features: 2 Snare Drums
Collection Contains:
WALTZERS WE; DR. ROCK MEETS DR. ROLL; FLAM THROWERS; ORVILLE AND WILBUR; WHERE YOU GO, I WILL FOLLOW; TRIPLETS IN STEREO; MIRROR IMAGE (OR HERE'S LOOKIN' AT YOU, KID!); PARTNERS IN JAZZ; DOUBLE PLAYER; ROLL REVERSAL
Item: 19674 Price: $10.95
An excellent supplement to traditional method books! The ten duets in this set are written in a variety of popular and legit styles including jazz, rock, waltz, rudimental, and orchestral. In his introductory comments, Murray suggests having players learn both parts for maximum educational value.
Series: MIXED PERC. COLLECTION
Grade: 3-4 Features: Collection Contains:
THE JAZZERS; MUCHO CALIENTE; RAINING BUCKETS; BLARNEY STONE; NICE 'N EASY; SURFING THE NET; FUNK TWO THREE FOUR; KING IGOR'S STRUT Item: 20168 Price: $32.95
This sequel features eight pieces for groups ranging in size from four to seven players. As in his first set for young percussionists, a good mix of styles including jazz, rock, Latin, funk, classical, and contemporary are included, Scoring requirements call for common instruments only; when mallet parts are involved, several options are given so directors can use whichever instrument they have on hand.
Series: MIXED PERC. COLLECTION
Grade: 1-2+ Features: Collection Contains:
ENSEMBLE UNO; WALTZ MATERS; MARCHING IN NEW ORLEANS; BLOCK-HEAD QUICKSTEP; ON OUR ROCKERS; LYICH'S ITCH; ROCKABILLIES; THE GROOVERS; FANDANGO FANTASY; HIGHLAND FLING Item: 20167 Price: $22.95
This set of ten contest-worthy selections features a good variety of musical styles including Latin, classical waltz, jazz march, polka, rock, classical, rock & country, jazz, flamenco, and rudimental march. Common instruments only are required, and Murray suggests that players should rotate from part to part so they gain experience on all instruments.
Series: MALLET SOLO
Grade: 5-6 Features: Mallet Solo (Unaccompanied)
Collection Contains:
SWING-SONG; MONTERREY; CASPER'S DANCE; WALTZ OF THE SCARECROW; CHROMATIC RAG; RIO NIGHTS
Item: 13958 Price: $9.95
A continuation of the popular Contest Solo series, these 6 solos are perfect for recitals, contests, juries or auditions. All of the solos are playable on a 4 1/3 octave (low A) marimba. “Waltz Of The Scarecrow” is also playable on xylophone. These solos will challenge any grade 5-6 mallet player.
Series: SNARE DRUM SOLO
Grade: 5-6 Features: Snare Drum Solo (Unaccompanied)
Collection Contains:
BOLD BOLERO; SEVEN-DOWN; FUNKY BUSINESS; 21 GROOVE STREET; PARADIDDLE PARADISE; MEN OF SHERWOOD FOREST; MESS YOU UP
Item: 13508 Price: $9.95
An addition to the celebrated collection for solo percussion instruments, this one is sure to be a must for the advancing percussionist. The eight solos in this collection, ranging in difficulty from grades 5 to 6, were conceived for the serious, practicing snare drummer and will provide suitable repertoire for contest, jury, recital, and auditions. Technical ability will be challenged, as will the power of concentration as the player strives for sensitive musicianship.
Series: DRUM SET SOLO
Grade: 3-4+ Features: Drum Set Solo (Unaccompanied)
Collection Contains:
ROCKIN' THE RUDIMENTS; TIMPBUKTOON; VIVA MAMBO; WALTZIN' MY BLUES AWAY; TO BE IS TO BOP; PICASSO; JUST A SIMPLE SAMBA; BOOFALOO SHOES; DOWN AT THE FIVE-SPOT; PETER RABBIT
Item: 13598 Price: $10.95
Written as a sequel to his set of easy solos, this collection of drum set pieces presents 10 originals in a variety of popular styles.
Series: MALLET SOLO
Grade: 3-4+ Features: Mallet Solo (Unaccompanied)
Collection Contains:
ROYAL MARCH; A BLUEGRASS WALTZ; NO SOUP FOR YOU!; DOS AMIGOS; A WINTER SONG; ROCKIN' MY SOCKS OFF; BACH-ISH; POLKA IN A; THE JIG IS UP; BAR TALK
Item: 13959 Price: $8.95
The solos in this set may be played on bells, xylophone, vibes or marimba with equal success. Diverse styles include rock, jazz, Latin, bluegrass waltz, march, polka, Baroque, 20th century contemporary, and a lively 6/8 dance.
Series: SNARE DRUM SOLO
Grade: 3-4+ Features: Snare Drum Solo (Unaccompanied)
Collection Contains:
AU COURANTE; SHENANIGANS; RUDIMENTAL REGIMENT; AT THE GALOP; NATIVE SON; LES BATONS ROUGES; OLD FLAM; RUFF AND READY; MIX-MASTER; TO THE MAX; HIP-HOPHIPSTER
Item: 13509 Price: $8.95
Ten original solos in classical, march, Latin, Cajun funk, contemporary, bebop and hip-hop styles feature a wide range of performance techniques.
Series: TIMPANI SOLO
Grade: 3-4+ Features: Timpani Solo (Unaccompanied)
Collection Contains:
JUNGLE JIM; CATSKILL MOUNTAIN BOY; KETTLING; DELTASTRUT; THREE FOR A FESTIVAL; SCHERZO; BLUE NOTE; ONE STEP HIGHER; ROCK CANDY; THE LATIN QUARTER
Item: 13734 Price: $8.95
Intended as a follow-up to Murray's collection for young timpanists, the solos in this volume present developing players with a mix of technical challenges-- pitch changes, rolls, staccato and legato strokes, muffling, etc. Styles include jazz, rock, classical, and Latin.
Series: DRUM SET SOLO
Grade: 1-3 Features: Drum Set Solo (Unaccompanied)
Collection Contains:
ON EASY STREET; WALTZ NUT; TOM CAT; LATINO; SHORT MARCH; HALF-TIME SHOW; INDEPENDENCE DAY; ROCK IN MY SOUL; BOOGIE MAN; BUCKET BRIGADE
Item: 13596 Price: $8.95
Series: MALLET SOLO
Grade: 1-2 Features: Mallet Solo (Unaccompanied)
Collection Contains:
A MINOR-MAJOR CHA-CHA; LULLABY; THE BULLFIGHTER; WALT'S WALTZ; SCHOOL DAZE MARCH; CHROMATIC CAPER; DOUBLE PLAY; LOU'S BLUES
Item: 13960 Price: $7.95
Series: SNARE DRUM SOLO
Grade: 1-2 Features: Snare Drum Solo (Unaccompanied)
Collection Contains:
A STRANGE ACCENT; OFF-BEAT MARCH; SPEAK SOFTLY; WILLIAM TELLS ALL; WOLFGANG'S FLAM-BANG; BOSS BOSSA; DRUMBA; TRIPLE PLAY; HIP LITTLE; SIXTEEN; HIGHLANDS; MAY I ROLL THIS WALTZ?; DRAG RACER
Item: 13510 Price: $8.95
Series: TIMPANI SOLO
Grade: 1-3 Features: Timpani Solo (Unaccompanied)
Collection Contains:
POT LUCK; MA AND PA KETTLE; GIVE IT A REST; HOP-SCOTCH; TIMPANI ALLEY; APACHE; DOUGH-BOY; LUDWIG'S SHINDIG; PARABOLIC PARADIDDLES; THE ROLLING TONES
Item: 13735 Price: $8.95
Series: BODY PERCUSSION
Grade: 2 Features: Body Percussion Quartet Item: 20386 Price: $14.95
This snappy 2/4 march for grade 2 musicians employs thigh and tummy pats, foot taps, and whispered vocal syllables emulating cymbal crashes. A wonderful vehicle for teaching interdependent quarter, eighth, and sixteenth notes as well as dynamics. Our body percussion series has the highest average unit sales of all our instrumental ensemble series, and is very popular around the world. Duration 1:55.
Series: TIMPANI SOLO
Grade: 6 Features: Timpani Solo (Unaccompanied) Item: 13655 Price: $5.95
In case your German's a little rusty, that's The Timpani Master' in English! And it's a fitting title since none but the most proficient soloists should tackle this recital work for four timpani. It features three contrasting movements--an incisive declaration, a lilting air, and a funky march-- and takes about five minutes to perform from beginning to end.
Series: BODY PERCUSSION
Grade: 3 Features: Body Percussion Trio Item: 20392 Price: $8.50
Knee pats, hand claps, and foot taps produce a playful Gaelic romp in 6/8. The syncopated rhythms and dynamic contrasts add spice to this fun piece. The audience just may get up and dance! Two copies of each part are included to accommodate groups ranging in size from 3 to 12 players.
Series: PERCUSSION SEXTET
Grade: 3+ Item: 20021 Price: $12.95
All the joy and spirit of Christmas shines through this version of the lively French theme for six percussionists. Flexible scoring requirements in the three melody parts (bells, xylophone or vibes or marimba, chimes or synthesized chimes) let groups design performances according to available personnel and equipment, while the remaining parts (tom-tom, tambourine, and suspended cymbal/triangle or suspended finger cymbal) call for common instruments only.
Series: SNARE DRUM SOLO
Grade: 5+ Features: Snare Drum Solo (Unaccompanied) Item: 13295 Price: $6.95
Murray Houllif is best known for writing great percussion solos and ensembles for young students, but this grade 5+ original will challenge the advanced percussion student. This exciting rudimental solo features ruffs (half drags), single drags, drag paradiddles, single, double and multiple bounce rolls - along with many other rudiments. Suitable for contest, recital, jury and audition situations. If you liked Contest Solos For The Advanced Snare Drummer (#13508), then this solo is a must for your library. Duration 1:40.
Series: PERCUSSION SEPTET
Grade: 5 Item: 20074 Price: $14.95
Series: PERCUSSION METHODS
Item: 21155 Price: $10.00
Series: PERCUSSION METHODS
Item: 21157 Price: $16.00
This one-of-a-kind tutor for young mallet percussionists teaches the development of correct two-mallet technique by presenting instructional material with over 85 familiar folk and classical tunes. Chapters cover such essentials as producing a good sound, roll development, sticking patterns, phrasing, simple and complex rhythms, keys, meters, repeats and endings, syncopation, double stops, glissando, swing music, and much more. Technique building exercises at the end of the book feature major and chromatic scales, arpeggios, intervals and double stops. Published with a durable cover and bound so it stays open on a stand, this 88-page book is value-priced for student budgets. Playable on marimba, xylophone, vibraphone, chimes and bells.
Series: DRUM SET SOLO
Grade: 3-5 Features: Drum Set Solo (Unaccompanied)
Collection Contains:
PRECIOUS STONES; COLORING BOOK; CASABLANCA CAFE; THE DANCER; ROCKIN' 'ROUND THE HORN; MANNE HANDS; MAMBO CALIENTE; HAVE YOU MET MR. JONES?
Item: 13543 Price: $10.95
The eight solos contained in this grade 3-5 collection for 5-piece drum set are suitable for any performing venue or pedagogy. Using sticks, brushes, timpani, mallets, etc., the solos explore rhythmic, dynamic, and tonal possibilities in jazz, rock, Latin and ethnic styles.
Series: MALLET SOLO
Grade: 3-5 Features: Mallet Solo (Unaccompanied)
Collection Contains:
CRYSTALLINE; THE LEAVES OF AUTUMN; MEXICAN HOLIDAY; FOR THE LOVE OF MIKE; HEAVY METAL BLUEGRASS; NAIROBI BLUES
Item: 13776 Price: $9.95
This collection of six grade 3-5 tunes is perfect for lessons, recitals, contests, juries, or auditions. All pieces require four-mallet technique and are playable on marimba, vibes or xylophone. Styles include jazz, Latin, rock, contemporary-classical, bluegrass and country.
Series: SNARE DRUM SOLO
Grade: 3-5 Features: Snare Drum Solo (Unaccompanied)
Collection Contains:
CEREMONIAL MARCH; THE ROARING TWENTIES; SAHARAN; WAVE CATCHER; HOME COOKIN'; ON THE DOUBLE; RUFF AND TUMBLE; MACEDONIA
Item: 13335 Price: $10.95
The eight solos contained in this grade 3-5 collection are suitable for any performing venue including pedagogy. They explore many of the technical and tonal possibilities of the snare drum, and call upon the player to perform with sensitivity, expression, and musicality. Styles include orchestral, jazz, rudimental, and ethnic.
Series: TIMPANI SOLO
Grade: 3-5 Features: Timpani Solo (Unaccompanied)
Collection Contains:
MINUET; POT SHOTS; BOURBON STREET BOP; AND ON THE FIFTH DAY; C BATTALION; DYNAMO; THE TUNESMITH; CARNIVALE
Item: 13662 Price: $10.95
The eight solos contained in this grade 3-5 collection are suitable for any performing venue or pedagogy. Techniques of tuning, muffling, double-stops and staccato-legato are employed. Styles include classical, New Orleans 2nd-line, contemporary, march and Latin.
Series: BODY PERCUSSION
Grade: 4+ Features: Body Percussion Trio Item: 20393 Price: $11.95
What better excuse can there be for stomping feet, clapping hands, or snapping fingers than this fiery Spanish theme?! Written in 3/4 meter and marked allegro con fuoco, this number will keep everyone on the edge of their sears. Great fun!
Series: PERCUSSION QUARTET
Grade: 2 Item: 19851 Price: $7.50
Series: DRUM SET SOLO
Grade: 5 Features: Drum Set Solo (Unaccompanied) Item: 13545 Price: $4.95
This swingin' piece pays tribute to drumming legend Gene Krupa. It incorporates quotes from Sing, Sing, Sing, features several of his signature licks, and takes just under two minutes to play.
Series: PERCUSSION SEXTET
Grade: 3 Item: 20026 Price: $12.95
Series: PERCUSSION SEPTET
Grade: 3 Item: 20083 Price: $14.95
One of Brian Wilson and Mike Love's many hit songs has vibrated its way into the percussion literature with this septet. The instrumentation calls for xylophone, vibraphone, marimba, timpani, drum set, tambourine, and maracas. Arranger Houllif states, Faithful to the beloved and brilliant Beach Boy (this guy uses more alliterations than I do!) classic, this arrangement for modern percussion instruments reflects the nostalgia and good time feel of the sixties.
Series: BODY PERCUSSION
Grade: 1 Item: 20394 Price: $6.50
This elementary-level duet in a cha-cha style features hand claps, foot taps, and thigh and tummy pats, all imitating Latin percussion instruments. As with all of our body percussion editions, it comes with two copies of the score/part so the size of the group can be doubled, tripled or quadrupled. Guaranteed to make you feel like dancing!
Series: TIMPANI SOLO
Grade: 5-6 Features: Timpani Solo (Unaccompanied)
Collection Contains:
HAMMERIN' HANK; JOLTIN' JOE; THE GEORGIA PEACH; SAY HEY KID; STAN THE MAN; THE SPLENDID SPLINTER
Item: 13671 Price: $8.95
The six solos in this collection were inspired by the nicknames of some of the greatest baseball players of all time – all inductees into the Baseball Hall of Fame in Cooperstown, New York. These grade 5-6 solos will make valuable additions to the timpani repertoire. The collection may be performed individually or as a suite, and are appropriate for recital, contest, jury, or audition use.
Series: PERCUSSION SEPTET
Grade: 3+ Item: 20087 Price: $13.95
Six players using common percussion instruments support the intermediate level drum set soloist throughout this Latin Rock piece. Ad-lib or as is solo space is provided for the soloist as well as for others during an open solo section.
Series: BODY PERCUSSION
Grade: 4 Features: Body Percussion Trio Item: 20401 Price: $8.50
A sensuously slow and very funky work, this body percussion original features finger snaps, hand claps, thigh and tummy pats, and foot stomps to emulate a 5-piece drumset for each player. Each part contains syncopated rhythms, solos, and ostinato patterns. Two copies of each part are provided for groups ranging in size from 3 to 12 players.
Series: BODY PERCUSSION
Grade: 4 Features: Body Percussion Quartet Item: 20395 Price: $7.50
For any group of musicians in multiples of four (2 copies of each part provided), this body percussion number features trendy dance rhythms performed with foot stomps, vocal sounds, and an array of hand actions (claps, finger snaps, tummy pats, etc.). The tempo is moderate, and the end results are totally awesome.
Series: PERCUSSION SEXTET
Grade: 3 Item: 20028 Price: $12.95
This Eddie Schwartz classic rock tune, made famous by Pat Benatar provides a fun departure for percussion ensembles. The arranger offers crowd pleasing material to all players. Instrumentation includes: Bells (1-3 players on Bells, Vibes, and Xylophone), Marimba, Timpani, Drum Set, Tambourine, and Cowbell. Duration 3:20.
Series: BODY PERCUSSION
Grade: 4 Features: Body Percussion Trio Item: 20404 Price: $12.95
A fast paced gallop featuring hand claps, thigh and tummy pats, and foot stomps for grade 4 musicians. There’s even a bit of horse-like “snorting”. This is a fun piece to rehearse and a guaranteed crowd-pleaser! Duration 2:20.
Series: DRUM SET SOLO
Grade: 5 Features: Drum Set Solo (Unaccompanied) Item: 13550 Price: $4.95
Series: PERCUSSION QUINTET
Grade: 4 Item: 19973 Price: $11.95
This unique, totally refreshing adaptation of one of the greatest soul songs to come out of the 1960's will be a huge hit with kids and parents anytime it's played. Murray's score calls for five players: (1) bells/claves, (2) vibes/high woodblock, (3) marimba or xylophone/low woodblock, (4) marimba/conga or low tom, and (5) drum set. A driving beat makes this a truly toe-tapping experience for all.
Series: BODY PERCUSSION
Grade: 3+ Features: Body Percussion Quartet Item: 20397 Price: $13.95
This opus for body percussion ensemble presents an array of infectious Latin dance rhythms for a quartet of finger snapping, hand clapping, foot tapping, body patting performers. Solo segments in some parts are unique, and an exciting finish will have the audience moving as well. Two copies of each part are included so the groups size can be expanded to 8, 12, or even 16 players.
Series: PERCUSSION DUET
Grade: 4+-5 Item: 19696 Price: $9.50
Series: MIXED PERCUSSION SOLO
Grade: 5+-6 Features: Mixed Percussion Solo (Unaccompanied)
Collection Contains:
six solos for snare drum, timbale, timpani and vibes paying tribute to Steve Gadd, Joe Morello, Philly Joe Jones, Tito Puente, Vic Firth, Gary Burton
Item: 14022 Price: $7.95
Series: PERCUSSION QUARTET
Grade: 3+ Item: 19859 Price: $10.95
Set in a rollicking Cajun style this zesty number with a driving beat and simple harmonies will be a big hit with audiences of all shapes and sizes. Besides the fact that it's scored for common instruments only, Murray builds in added flexibility by allowing options on the keyboard instruments used.
Series: PERCUSSION SEXTET
Grade: 4 Item: 20033 Price: $12.95
This grade 4 sextet is an authentic mambo with an irresistible, even danceable beat! Featuring syncopated rhythms, independent and unison passages, and dynamic contrast, the instrumentation includes cowbell, maracas, snare drum or timbale, conga, claves, and bass drum. Duration 2:35.
Series: PERCUSSION QUARTET
Grade: 2 Features: Mixed Ensemble w/Bass Item: 19863 Price: $9.50
Ensembles will love this terrific 2/4 military march for quartets comprised of snare drum, tenor drum, 2 tom-toms, and bass drum. Exciting rhythmic imitation and spicy dynamic contrast add to the appeal of this Houllif original.
Series: PERCUSSION SEPTET
Grade: 4+ Item: 20106 Price: $16.95
Faithful to the Victor Herbert original from Babes In Toyland, this universal favorite is a natural for percussion septets. Scored for a colorful mix of common instruments including bells, tom-tom, xylophone, woodblock, vibes, tambourine, marimba, parade drum, snare drum, bass drum, cymbals, timpani and triangle, the animated tempo and melodic figures justify the grade 4+ rating.
Series: TIMPANI SOLO
Grade: 4 Features: Timpani Solo (Unaccompanied) Item: 13676 Price: $4.95
This piece for timpani is a heroic statement that is ideal for recitals, contests, or juries. Excitement is created through dynamic contrast, thematic development, pitch changes, and techniques such as double stops and staccato strokes.
Series: SNARE DRUM SOLO
Grade: 6 Features: Snare Drum Solo (Unaccompanied) Item: 13403 Price: $4.95
This snare drum solo is bursting with rudiments, inverted stickings, syncopated accents, and speedy rhythm passages. Described by the composer as a chop-buster, this solo will challenge even the more proficient snare drummers and is sure to impress festival or college jury adjudicators. Duration 1:45
Series: PERCUSSION SEPTET
Grade: 4 Item: 20104 Price: $10.95
You can always count on this composer/arranger to provide quality works that are both educationally rewarding and fun! This lively grade 4 piece evokes the rhythms, melodies, and harmonies of funksters like James Brown and Tower of Power using bells, xylophone, vibes, marimba, drum set, tambourine, and congas. A crowd-pleasing toe-tapper that will be fun for all! Duration ca. 3:00.
Series: PERCUSSION DUET
Grade: 3-4+ Features: 2 Snare Drums
Collection Contains:
THE CLOCK STRIKES TWO; TWO FOR THREE; THE SYNCOPATORS; CADETS ON PARADE; JAZZ TIMES TWO; DOUBLIN'; STREET FEAT; PLATO AND SOCRATES; FUNKY ME, FUNKY YOU; TRADING PLACES; THE THREE R'S; LUCKY SEVENS
Item: 19698 Price: $11.95
Written as a complement to “Contest Duets For Intermediate Snare Drummers”, this grade 3-4+ collection includes stylistically diverse classical, jazz, funk, and ethnic material. The duets are suitable for contest, recital, and jury performances, and also pedagogical study. Enhanced ensemble skills derived from duet practice includes precision, balance, phrasing, and shading.
Series: PERCUSSION DUET
Grade: 1-2+ Features: 2 Snare Drums
Collection Contains:
ON THE MARCH; STAN AND OLLIE; FOLLOW ME, I'LL FOLLOW YOU; FLAM-BURGERS; WALTZ OF THE SYNCOPATORS; ROCKERS INC; ARMY BUDDIES; SWING AHEAD; OPPOSING ROLLS; CARIBBEAN HOLIDAY
Item: 19699 Price: $10.95
This sequel to his first set of duets features ten more imaginative originals. Styles include orchestral, rudimental, rock, jazz and Latin. A legend appears on the title page, along with helpful practice suggestions and a complete listing of the individual pieces in progressive order. A terrific supplement to standard method books and solo studies, and value-priced for student budgets.
Series: MIXED PERC. COLLECTION
Grade: 3-4 Features: Collection Contains:
JAZZVILLE, U.S.A.; A GAELIC AIR; DUCK SAUCE; CHA-CHA ROMANTICO; DRUMS OF FIRE; THE FUNK FRATERNITY; ARMED FORCES; SOLONIKA PEPPERS Item: 20217 Price: $34.95
These 8 pieces for grade 3-4 percussion ensembles (4-7 players) will delight players and audiences alike. They are perfect for recital, contest, or pedagogy. Only common percussion instruments are called for, and a variety of styles are featured, including jazz, rock, Latin, classical, funk, march, and ethnic?(Irish and Greek).
Series: MIXED PERC. COLLECTION
Grade: 1-2+ Features: Collection Contains:
ONE, TWO, ONE...MARCH!; THE CLOCK FACTORY; CINCO AMIGOS; THE SALT & PEPPER SHAKE; WALTZ RECITAL; SANTA'S COMING; JAZZ BY FIVE; ST. PADDLE'S DAY PARADE; BRAZILIAN FREIGHT TRAIN; YES, YOUR FUNKNESS Item: 20216 Price: $23.95
This set of 10 original quintets for grade 1-2+ percussionists is a follow-up and supplement to the popular “Contest Ensembles For Young Percussionists.” Various styles and standard instrumentation will provide the flexibility and learning opportunities that young groups need.
Series: MALLET SOLO
Grade: 3-4+ Features: Mallet Solo (Unaccompanied)
Collection Contains:
HOMAGE TO HANDEL; SHIVER ME TIMBERS; SCHOOL DAY BLUES; MAIN STREET MAMBO; THREE-MALLET WALTZ; RAGGEDY ANN; HORA DANCE; TON O'ROCK; DOUBLE-DUTY MARCH; REACHING FOR THE STARS
Item: 13984 Price: $8.95
Here's a winning collection of 10 original solos for marimba, vibes, xylophone or bells. A variety of styles includes Irish jig, blues, Baroque, Latin, jazz waltz, ragtime, rock, march and more. Mallet choices and stickings are left to the discretion of the performer and/or teacher.
Series: SNARE DRUM SOLO
Grade: 3-4+ Features: Snare Drum Solo (Unaccompanied)
Collection Contains:
GENERAL EISENHOWER; TOP OF THE MORNIN'; WIRE TRANSFER; THE DIXIELAND KID; MARTINIQUE; QUARRY MAN; THE BATTLE OF HASTINGS; ON THE FLIP SIDE; METER READER; STUFF
Item: 13514 Price: $8.95
Following the highly successful format of his other collections for student percussionists, this addition to the series features 10 originals in a variety of popular styles -march, jazz, Latin, rock, orchestral, classical, funk, etc. It's a terrific supplement to standard method books and solo studies, and priced right for student budgets.
Series: TIMPANI SOLO
Grade: 3-4+ Features: Timpani Solo
Collection Contains:
GENERAL PATTON; A KILT ON A LILT; CUTTING IT; HAYDN-SEEK; FUNKY MARCH; MELTIN' WITH THE BUCKETS; MOZAMBIQUE CHIC; BACCHANALIA; PEDAL TO THE METAL; METER-MADE
Item: 13736 Price: $8.95
This grade 3+ - 4 collection is a follow-up to the bestselling collection 'Contest Solos For The Intermediate Timpanist.' Musical styles include classical, jazz, Latin, 2/4 and 6/8 march, funk and contemporary multi-meter. Important aspects of timpani playing such as pitch changes, rolls, staccato and legato strokes, and muffling are incorporated in the solos.
Series: DRUM SET SOLO
Grade: 1-3 Features: Drum Set Solo (Unaccompanied) Item: 13599 Price: $8.95
Following the highly successful format of his other collections for student percussionists, this new addition to the series features 10 originals in a variety of popular styles - rock, waltz, bebop, Latin, Cajun Afro-Latin, etc. - ranging from grade 1 to grade 3. It's a terrific supplement to standard methods and solo studies.
Series: MALLET SOLO
Grade: 1-2 Features: Mallet Solo (Unaccompanied)
Collection Contains:
TRYING TO B NATURAL; THAT GOOD OLE COUNTRY WALTZ; COWBOY TUNE; A MINOR INCIDENT; BACH AROUND THE GLOCK; THE CAMEL; SOMBRERO; SKELETAL; BOSSA NOVA CASANOVA; THOSE BOOGIE WOOGIE BLUES
Item: 13985 Price: $7.95
Series: SNARE DRUM SOLO
Grade: 1-3 Features: Snare Drum Solo (Unaccompanied)
Collection Contains:
ACT ONE; TAKING GIANT STEPS; PARADIDDLE PETE; DOUBLE DRIBBLE; PICK-UP STICKS; SNAREY MONSTERS; FLAMCHOPS; DRUMORELLO; BIG SID TRIPLETT; GIVE THE DRUMMER SOME!; THE PATRIOT; SAMBA DESE DAYS; ALICE! (POW! RIGHT IN THE KISSER!); STOP THE WORLD, I WANTTO ROLL
Item: 13515 Price: $8.95
Series: TIMPANI SOLO
Grade: 1-3 Features: Timpani Solo (Unaccompanied)
Collection Contains:
MARCH FOR THE NEW MILLENNIUM; POT AND KETTLE; AT THE BOWLING ALLEY; MAMBO POR FAVOR; JOHANN'S WALTZ; PRIVATE EYE; TIMPANIC TANGO; EDINBURGH; ROLLER BLADE; ON THE DOT
Item: 13737 Price: $8.95
Here's a winning collection of 10 original solos. A variety of styles features such timpani techniques as rolls, muffling or damping, double stops, staccato strokes, tuning changes and more. Stickings are left to the discretion of the performer and/or teacher.
Series: MULTIPLE PERCUSSION SOLO
Grade: 5 Features: Multiple Percussion Solo Item: 13612 Price: $4.95
In this fast-paced piece, multiple percussionists have the opportunity to flex their drumming chops in a powerful display of virtuosity and rugged individualism. The required battery of instruments includes snare drum, two toms, bass drum, five temple or granite blocks, cowbell, and two suspended cymbals. A great showpiece for contests, recitals and juries!
Series: DRUM SET SOLO
Grade: 5 Features: Drum Set Solo (Unaccompanied) Item: 13560 Price: $4.95
Series: MULTIPLE PERCUSSION SOLO
Grade: 4 Features: Multiple Percussion Solo (Unaccompanied) Item: 13617 Price: $4.95
This fun-loving excursion in 4/4 time features several percussion phones including an idiophone (woodblock), membranophones (snare drum, tom-tom), and metallophone (triangle). Their communication throughout is effectively punctuated by the sound of a ringing telephone (a.k.a. triangle).
Series: BODY PERCUSSION
Grade: 1 Item: 20412 Price: $6.50
As the title clearly implies, this easy outing for any group uses hand claps and foot stomps to imitate the basic snare and bass drum rhythms in today's rock music. It consists entirely of quarter and eighth notes performed at a medium tempo. Fun for all!
Series: MALLET SOLO
Grade: 2-4+ Features: Mallet Solo
Collection Contains:
MINUET; COME BACK TO SORRENTO; LOVE'S OLD SWEET SONG; LES PRELUDES THEME; GERMAN DANCE; LIGHTLY ROCK; SHORTNIN' BREAD; MORNING PRAYER; LOCH LOMOND; TRAUMEREI; I DREAM OF JEANIE WITH THE LIGHT BROWN HAIR; NEW WORLD SYMPHONY THEME; PAVANA; LIEBESTRAUM; ESTU
Item: 13873 Price: $11.95
This collection of 19 pieces are arranged for mallet solo - 4 utilizing 3 mallets and 15 utilizing 4 mallets. They offer the mallet player the opportunity to develop and improve skills and techniques such as the legato roll, independent voice movement, phrasing, dynamic contrasts, and pedaling (on vibes). All solos are playable on a 4-octave marimba, and some can be performed on vibes or xylophone.
Series: BODY PERCUSSION
Grade: 5 Features: Body Percussion Quartet Item: 20417 Price: $16.95
Al the title implies, this challenging quartet is a spicy mix of Latin, rap and rock rhythms. Designed for grade 5 musicians, it plays like a super-funky, four-drumset battle featuring whispered vocal sounds, clapping, foot tapping, and thigh/tummy patting. As with all editions in this special Kendor series, a double set of parts is included for groups of 4, 8, 12 or 16 performers.
Series: DRUM SET SOLO
Grade: 5 Features: Drum Set Solo (Unaccompanied) Item: 13565 Price: $4.95
This drum set solo alternates between swinging 8th (reggae) and straight 8th (rock) feels. The overall style is bouncy and exuberant.
Series: BODY PERCUSSION
Grade: 2+ Item: 20435 Price: $9.50
Audiences hearing this trio for the first time will have to fight the urge to get up on their feet and dance! This piece features two distinct sections - 32 bars of medium tempo. Rap-style rock followed by 16 bars of faster, eighth-note rock in the retro surfin' style. Here again, two copies of each part are included for enlarged groups of six, nine or even twelve members.
Series: PERCUSSION DUET
Grade: 5 Features: 2 Drum Sets Item: 19720 Price: $7.50
Series: BODY PERCUSSION
Grade: 4 Item: 20418 Price: $13.95
This quartet is a veritable smorgasbord of the colors and textures created by six different body percussion sounds in concert. The driving rock style with funky syncopations, accents and counter-rhythms will appeal to all ages. Musicians of grade 4 abilities or better are required, and two copies of each part are provided so groups can be enlarged in multiples of four (by doubling or tripling the number of players per part) for really dramatic results.
Series: BODY PERCUSSION
Grade: 1+ Item: 20419 Price: $6.50
Scored for younger duos, this funky rock, boogaloo-style number featuring hand claps, thigh pats and foot stomps is terrific fun for everyone who performs or hears it. As above, two copies of the score/part are included so groups of two, four, or six can share the spotlight.
Series: PERCUSSION SEXTET
Grade: 4 Features: Collection Contains:
BRITISH GRENADIERS; RONDEAU (MOURET) Item: 20062 Price: $12.95
Featuring the stately favorites British Grenadiers and Mouret's Rondeau, this inspired arrangement relies on standard equipment only. Murray notes that the basic configuration of six players can be expanded anytime a piccolo player is available to double the melody lines.
Series: DRUM SET SOLO
Grade: 5 Features: Drum Set Solo (Unaccompanied) Item: 13570 Price: $4.95
Series: BODY PERCUSSION
Grade: 4 Item: 20447 Price: $11.95
Body percussion ensembles will love the programmatic nature of this imaginative piece. It will remind players and listeners of a day at school - knuckled rapping on wood (desk), hand claps, tummy pats, and foot taps and stomps - together and in imitation (mimicry). It begins in a march-like 4/4 and ends in a skipping (home from school) 6/8. Two copies of each are provided for ensembles with 3 to 6 (or more in multiples of three) players.
Series: PERCUSSION TRIO
Grade: 4 Features: Mixed Ensemble Item: 19786 Price: $8.50
Playable by well-trained 8th graders on up, this mixed trio is a fun-loving blues shuffle featuring improvisation opportunities for all. As an added bonus, instrumentation requirements are more flexible than usual and allow for several combinations. The tempo is moderate and the duration 3:20.
Series: DRUM SET SOLO
Grade: 5 Features: Drum Set Solo (Unaccompanied) Item: 13573 Price: $4.95
The title of this solo refers to the band Little Feat and their drummer, Richie Hayward. The style is rock shuffle and the duration two minutes.
Series: BODY PERCUSSION
Grade: 4+ Item: 20451 Price: $13.95
Body percussion ensembles are called on to perform funky-syncopated rhythms, spicy accents, various dynamics, and imitation between players in this Houllif original. All players use hand claps, thigh and tummy pats, foot taps and stomps. Two copies of each part are provided for ensembles of four to eight players.
Series: PERCUSSION SEPTET
Grade: 3 Item: 20107 Price: $11.95
For lighter programming, here's a great tune from the 1960's that will delight audiences with its intrinsic energy. This bluesy soul classic is arranged for bells, xylophone, vibes, marimba, optional electric bass, drum set, tambourine, and a group of vocal hand clappers! Duration 2:20
Series: BODY PERCUSSION
Grade: 3 Features: Body Percussion Trio Item: 20454 Price: $11.95
The wild west lives on in this portrayal of cowboys on horseback galloping allegro vivace to catch up with their runaway herd. All three parts call for hand claps, tummy and thigh pats, and foot stomps. Two copies of each part are included for groups wishing to double, triple or quadruple the number of players per part.
Series: SNARE DRUM SOLO
Grade: 6 Features: Snare Drum Solo (Unaccompanied) Item: 13472 Price: $4.95
This challenging rudimental showcase is the perfect pick for contests, recitals, college juries, and auditions. It features accented stroke rolls, lots of snappy syncopation, and a variety of performance techniques. Duration 1:40.
Series: PERCUSSION SEPTET
Grade: 3+ Features: Collection Contains:
DECK THE HALLS; WE WISH YOU A MERRY CHRISTMAS Item: 20109 Price: $14.95
This grade 3+ percussion ensemble features “Deck The Halls and “We Wish You A Merry Christmas.” Ideal for teaching the following styles all in one piece: classic chorale, Latin, 4/4 and 3/4 jazz, and rock. Instrumentation includes 3 mallet instruments, 4 timpani, drum set, conga, and accessories. Duration 2:50.
Series: PERCUSSION TRIO
Grade: 3 Features: Mixed Ensemble Item: 19792 Price: $6.50
Series: SNARE DRUM SOLO
Grade: 1+ Features: Snare Drum Solo (Unaccompanied) Item: 13473 Price: $4.95
This joyous romp in 4/4 time is loaded with youthful exuberance. It features playful accents, dynamic contrasts, flams, and single and double-stroke rolls. The duration is just 2:00, making it ideal for contests and recitals.
Series: BODY PERCUSSION
Grade: 3 Features: Body Percussion Trio Item: 20455 Price: $11.95
The syncopated, accented rhythms in this swinging trio emulate the drumming style of the legendary Gene Krupa. Audiences will be dancing in the aisles as hand claps, foot taps, vocalizations, and thigh and tummy pats imitate the drumset.
Series: BODY PERCUSSION
Grade: 2 Features: Body Percussion Trio Item: 20457 Price: $11.95
This parade-style march features vocalized cymbal crashes, foot-stomping bass drum patterns, and tummy and thigh pats imitating field and snare drums. It's a great number for teaching rhythmic coordination to young musicians in a way they'll really enjoy. Two copies of each part are included for larger groups in multiples of three.
Series: PERCUSSION TRIO
Grade: 3+ Features: 3 Snare Drums Item: 19793 Price: $6.50
Their famous motto, All for one and one for all is effectively portrayed in this trio for snare drummers. In the context of a stately march, this piece features unison and imitative playing, good dynamic contrast, and a variety of accentuation patterns.
Series: PERCUSSION METHODS
Item: 21210 Price: $10.00
Series: PERCUSSION METHODS
Grade: 4-6 Item: 21211 Price: $10.00
This collection of solos follows Murray's popular book, Today's Sounds For Drumset. Sequentially arranged for intermediate to advanced level players, this book features 70 beats/grooves in funk, hip-hop, Latin, and swing styles, and offers hundreds of practical ideas for performance. Murray also includes eight solos specifically designed for contest or jury recitals utilizing the styles covered in the book.
Series: PERCUSSION SEPTET
Grade: 4 Item: 20108 Price: $12.95
Series: PERCUSSION SEXTET
Grade: 3 Item: 20069 Price: $12.95
A unique, wintry ambiance is created by common percussion instruments in this Kendor-commissioned setting of the familiar theme (a.k.a. Carol Of The Bells) for mixed sextets. The pace is lively, and technical demands do not exceed the grade 3 level. Scoring requirements call for bells, finger cymbals, chimes or vibes, woodblock, triangle, sleigh bells, tambourine, suspended cymbal and tom-tom.
Series: PERCUSSION METHODS
Item: 21215 Price: $11.00
Series: PERCUSSION SEPTET
Grade: 4 Item: 20113 Price: $14.95
Percussion ensemble will love the programmatic nature of this deftly written piece for common percussion instruments. This tribute to Native American warriors of years gone by features incisive rhythms, shifting meters, dynamic contrast, and a hauntingly beautiful mysterioso section.
Series: PERCUSSION SEXTET
Grade: 3 Item: 20071 Price: $12.95
This rollicking favorite in 6/8 time will be popular wherever and whenever it's played. Modest technical demands account for the grade 3 rating, and the piece features good dynamic contrast and melodic/rhythmic interplay between parts.
Series: PERCUSSION SEXTET
Grade: 4+ Item: 20070 Price: $11.95
Series: BODY PERCUSSION
Grade: 1+ Item: 20475 Price: $5.50
This zesty number combines hand claps, foot taps, and knee, thigh and tummy pats to create an irresistible Latin excursion for duos. Simple syncopations command the attention of both (or all) performers. Two copies of the one-page score/part are included so the group size can be enlarged.