Medium Concert Percussion Ensemble
by Matt Moore
6 Players
Instrumentation:
Bells Xylophone 1* Xylophone 2* Vibraphone Marimba 1** Marimba 2** *The two xylophone parts are playable on one instrument. ** The two marimba parts are playable on one 4.3-octave (low A) instrument.
Written for keyboard percussion sextet, Aquarium is an arrangement of Saint-Saëns’ enchanting movement of the same name from The Carnival of the Animals. Musicality is at the forefront as players are challenged with complex, layered lines and multiple opportunities for rubato. Perfect for a middle or high school ensemble!
