MARIMBA ENSEMBLE CATALOG
QUALITY MUSIC FOR PERFORMANCE AND EDUCATION
FEATURES
Music that sounds great and is fun to play
Wide variety of graded pieces in many styles
Fully notated score
Easy to learn
Fun and exiting to play
Parts designed to work with limited instruments or players
Diatonic marimba scores
Unique, rich and exciting textures
Sounds great in performance
Interesting parts
Excellent choice for school groups
LEVEL 1
All scores in this section are aimed at creating a fun interaction between players whilst also introducing the basic concepts of group work. These professional sounding pieces are cleverly written so that different parts can be mixed to suit the number of players and marimbas available.
SCORE DETAILS
All scores fully notated
Simple rhythms are introduced for each part
Melodic lines are designed in patterns that teach good mallet use and general coordination
Easy to master pieces that make performance easy
LEVEL 2
Marimba music for intermediate players opens up a whole world of new sound and possibility. Fun energetic pieces with greater rhythmic variety and more complex polyphonic settings are features of this level. Great concert music that audiences enjoy as much as players.
SCORE DETAILS
Fully notated scores
Wider variety of rhythms
Greater interplay between all parts
Flexible score design allows parts to be played at various registers
Scores can adapted for any number of players or marimbas
Standard keys and some modes used
LEVEL 3
Level 3 scores require players to be confident with more complex rhythms and have a good understand of mallet coordination so that the music flows. The pieces are strong and dynamic and allow players to work together to develop strongly as a group. These pieces are always a favorite with audiences and performers alike.
SCORE DETAILS
Fully notated score
Skilled interaction required by all players
Weaving melodic and harmonic material
Flexible score design allows parts to be played at various registers
Score can adapted for any number of players or marimbas
