ALL-STATE MALLET SOLO NO. 1
By Alexander Lepak (D)
This challenging two mallet solo can be played on
either a xylophone, vibraphone or marimba. It begins in a flowing 12/8
Bach-like style with a segue to a contrasting 2/4 section with key
change, and then, returning to the 12/8 section. Perfect for All-State
auditions or college level study.
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ALL-STATE MALLET SOLO NO.2
By Alexander Lepak (D)
A two mallet solo scored for either xylophone,
vibraphone or marimba. This musical solo contains three distinct
sections.
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ONE FOR SYL
By Stuart Smith (D)
Contemporary tonality with both measured and
unmeasured lines are combined in this rewarding four mallet vibraphone
solo
“This would be an excellent
work for a college recital.”
PERCUSSIVE NOTES MAGAZINE
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RICAMO:
Suite For Solo Mallet Instruments
By Arnold Franchetti (D)
Short solos written for glockenspiel, marimba, and
vibraphone, each in its own distinct movement. Ideal for college recital
“A good piece for a recital,
especially if a shorter work is needed.”
MODERN DRUMMER MAGAZINE
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SONATA FOR SOLO VIBRAPHONE
By Gitta Steiner (D)
A major work for vibraphone. Both jazz and
contemporary harmonies are skillfully combined in this challenging four
mallet solo. A must for the college or professional repertoire.
“…a valuable contribution to the literature for solo
vibraphone.”
PERCUSSIVE NOTES MAGAZINE
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DUO FOR VIBRAPHONE AND MARIMBA
By Gitta
Steiner (D)
Artistic work,
ideal for the college or professional level. Vibraphone part contains
additional percussion. Two scores are included.
“Duo for Vibraphone and Marimba is a challenging and
rewarding composition. Somers Music Publications should be commended as
well for a very clear publication with all page turns at resting places.
Seasoned performers will enjoy the interaction achieved in a successful
rendering of this work”.
PERCUSSIVE NOTES MAGAZINE
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CHAMBER PIECE FOR SOLO
VIBRAPHONE
By Michael
LaRosa (M-D)
Contemporary
harmonies, left hand roll and improvisational section are combined in
this musical four mallet solo. Ideal study, or recital piece.
“Chamber Piece for Solo Vibraphone would be a nice
introduction to contemporary vibraphone literature for those who have
yet to experience this idiom, or for a brief style change on a longer
program.”
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