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This creative collection presents four exciting originals in contrasting African drumming styles for grade 3-4 groups. Notated in an easy to read and play format, the scoring calls for African percussion instruments -- djembe, log drums, djun -- but standard instruments can also be used if those instruments are not available. Includes: African Fantasy: Coffee Bean; The Plain Fields; Ma Ma Ouer. Duration: 9:05 Grade 3-4

Intrumentaton: Chocollo (various sizes); Guiro; Claves; African Claves; Maracas; Bongos; Torpedo; Afuchi. Everyone loves the exotic sounds of Afro-Latin music, and this original is perfect for introducing students to this popular style. It’s fast-paced, educational, challenging and fun for everyone. A list of substitute instruments is provided for those groups lacking access to authentic instruments. American Grade 5. Duration: 3:30

This set of 10 duets utilizes rolls, rudiments, stick clicks, playing on the rim and more, making it a perfect choice for festivals, recitals and lesson study. Includes: Time 4 2; Text Message; The Chase; Blue 'N Blue; Autumn Drop; Three On Four; Cruiser; Strike One; Triplet Two-Some; The Opener. American Grade 2-4

This is ideal for recitals, and showcases each player’s skills. The use of timpani gives the middle section a rather serious, symphonic character, while the improvisation section gives players a chance to cut loose and have some fun. Player 1 plays bongos, timbales and timpani; Player 2 plays tom-toms and timpani (each player plays 1 timpani). Duration ca. 7:15. American Grade 5+This is ideal for recitals, and showcases each player’s skills. The use of timpani gives the middle section a rather serious, symphonic character, while the improvisation section gives players a chance to cut loose and have some fun. Player 1 plays bongos, timbales and timpani; Player 2 plays tom-toms and timpani (each player plays 1 timpani). Duration ca. 7:15.

This colourful arrangement for common percussion instruments features all the excitement, mystery, ferocity and sweetness of the great orchestral original by Modest Moussorgsky. Changes in dynamics must be carefully observed throughout for best results. Duration 3:45. American Grade 4

Movie Trios for All is a versatile, educational, and fun series intended for like or mixed instruments to perform in any size group or combination of instruments. All books are in score format with each line increasing in difficulty from Grade 1 to Grade 3-4. Alternate passages and notation are included to suit instrumental ranges. With no page turns required, the songs and measures are consistent which makes finding rehearsal points quick and convenient. Available for brass, woodwinds, strings, and percussion. Percussion book can be used alone or to enhance performance. Titles are: Believe; As Time Goes By; Can't Fight the Moonlight; How the West Was Won (Main Title); If I Only Had a Brain; Nimbus 2000; You've Got a Friend in Me; Mamma Mia; Batman Theme; Cantina Band; Imperial March; James Bond Theme; Theme from Ice Castles (Through the Eyes of Love; You're the One That I Want; Raiders March.

Exploding with melodic and rhythmic energy, this riveting original features several unexpected twists and turns as it travels through a series of meter and colour changes. This is multi-percussion writing at its very best! Duration 4:10 american Grade 4

10 Quintets in a Variety of Multi-Cultural Styles. This unique and well-crafted collection of ten originals for percussion quintet presents an exciting array of selections celebrating music styles from around the world. The instruments required are available in most band rooms, making these pieces excellent choices for percussion class, concert and contest venues. Includes: Procession Of The Forest Creatures; Colors On Parade; It's Monday; Grandfather's Clock; Asortasonatina; Country Cameo; Harvest Celebration; Please Pass The Salsa; Back Yard Blues; Taiko Time American Grade 1-2+