Medium Easy Concert Percussion Ensemble
by Brandon Dittgen
5-6+ Players
Instrumentation:
Part 1: Vibraslap, Bells, Tambourine Part 2: Vibraphone, Floor Tom Part 3: Marimba [4-octave]*, Snare Drum Part 4: Marimba [4.3-octave]* Part 5: Bongos Part 6: Drum Set (optional)
* Parts 3 & 4 can be performed on one 4.3-octave Marimba
A nod to ‘Surf Music’ made popular throughout Hawaii and Southern California in the 1960’s, Cowabunga Rock provides developing performers the opportunity to play mallets and drums alike.
The IGNITE Series for the Developing Percussion Ensemble This unique series was designed specifically for young percussionists as they experience the magic of playing in a percussion ensemble. Each piece provides the director and students with great flexibility – from the number of players to the tempo to the instrumentation. Light a fire under your students today!
