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"El Rio Noneco" brings Latin grooves & shimmering mallet melodies together for a medium-level percussion ensemble.

From calm beginnings to an energetic flow, this piece captures the playful spirit of a Panamanian creek—perfect for ensembles ready to make a splash!

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North. South. East. West. Where will the music take you? 🌎🥁

"Cardinal", four performers navigate interlocking rhythms, coordinated timbral shifts, and a visually striking setup that brings the music to life. A bold and engaging work for advanced percussionist.

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"Arlington Hymns" weaves together four beloved hymns into a deeply moving mallet quartet inspired by the solemn ceremonies of Arlington National Cemetery. 🇺🇸

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"Endless Imitation" by Zane Papek is a medium-advanced marimba solo that moves through simmering, volatile, and deeply human emotions.

With fluid tempo markings & four-mallet writing, performers are invited to shape every phrase & bring their own voice to the music.

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"Kibo" brings the energy of an advanced snare solo to concert band!

Inspired by Mt. Kilimanjaro’s highest volcanic core & rhythmic/harmonic language of Toto’s "Africa," this piece is packed with rudimental vocabulary & dynamic flair for the soloist.

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What if sight-reading felt more musical… and less stressful? 🥁📖

The 6 Principles of Mallet Sight-Reading is a FREE downloadable guide designed to help students approach sight-reading with clarity and confidence.

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Layered rhythms, shifting phrases, and Scottish-style snare flair—"Musica Boema" brings it all! 🥁✨

This advanced ensemble arrangement by Jeff Moore challenges performers while rewarding audiences with a technically rich and musically dynamic experience.

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"Flat Circle" by John Kosch introduces developing percussionists to four-mallet technique with comfortable intervals, repeated stickings, and engaging ensemble interplay.

Optional drumset and tambourine add extra color and drive!

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Cinco de Mayo vibes start here 🇲🇽

"Oaxacan Fantasy" brings vibrant energy to the marimba with colorful textures and rhythms inspired by the music of Oaxaca. A lively and engaging showcase for four players on two marimbas.

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Sound the alarm—it’s time to play! 🚨🥁

Brian Blume’s Alarm! challenges young ensembles with rhythmic interplay, dynamic control, and clean rudimental technique—all while adding a visual element that makes performances even more exciting.

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Christian Kilgore’s "Autumn Morning" invites vibraphonists to explore touch, timing, and improvisation in a relaxed jazz waltz setting.

Play it straight, follow the written solo, or make it your own with the included chord chart.

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Fast, fierce, and a little bit fin-tastic 🦈

"Shark Week!" gives intermediate players a fun challenge with syncopated grooves, changing meters, and moments to shine.

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Known. Unknown. And everything in between. ⚫️

Inspired by the concept of “black swan” events, Brett Dietz’s Songs for Black Swans blends mysterious textures, metallic resonance, and tightly coordinated ensemble writing into a compelling multi-movement quartet.

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"Sin Fronteras" blends jazz harmony, Latin rhythms, and contemporary fusion into a vibrant ensemble experience.

With intricate rhythms, odd meters, and opportunities for improvisation, this piece gives players the freedom to groove with precision and energy.

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Fast, focused, and out of this world 🌌🥁

Pulsar is a groovy, polyrhythmic snare drum solo inspired by the cosmic energy of neutron stars.

Set against an atmospheric electronic soundscape, the piece blends modern rudimental writing with cinematic space vibes.

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Soft sounds, gentle motion, and the quiet magic of night 🌙🥁

Inspired by the children's book "Goodnight Moon," Herndon's piece "Goodnight Noises Everywhere" invites young percussionists to explore tone, phrasing, & blend in a reflective ensemble setting.

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"The Darkness Around Us" by Ben Kressbach challenges four performers to become a single musical organism.

With shifting meters, interlocking rhythms, and a centrally shared bass drum, the piece creates a ritual-like sound world.

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Bring island vibes to your ensemble 🌴🥁🎶

"Steel Heart" by Mike Nevin blends vibrant mallet writing with the bright tones of steel pan and a driving rhythm section. Flexible scoring allows the piece to be played by ensembles of all sizes.

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"Wildflowers" by Paul Millette for flute & 5-octave marimba captures the beauty and diversity of Texas wildflowers through a series of expressive vignettes. Each movement highlights character, phrasing, and chamber interplay.

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Let’s fly 🦅

"Volemos" by Francisco Perez channels Afro-Cuban and Latin rhythms into propulsive grooves, soaring melodies, and nonstop momentum. This piece delivers an exhilarating ensemble experience that lifts performers and audiences alike.

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