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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.” 
PERCUSSIVE NOTES MAGAZINE

 

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