Downloadable Ensembles

A set of five, short, contemporary songs for two percussionists and mezzo-soprano that use stupid, and comical, quotes as their lyrics.

Arguably Mahler's most famous single piece of music. This piece would make for a satisfying addition to concert programs that wish to demonstrate the lyrical capabilities of percussion.

A simple piece for a beginning percussion ensemble, this piece uses the aeolian mode in its main theme.

A large percussion ensemble work meant to represent the medium which permeates all of space.

Alarm! is intended for a middle school or high school batterie percussion ensemble. Extreme dynamics, rhythmic melodies, as well as an engaging visual element give the piece its unique flavor.

This arrangement of Ravel's masterpiece recreates the colorful and vibrant work for percussion ensemble. This piece will challenge performers and engage audiences with its accessible Spanish flair.

A meditative quintet in which the Aristotelian notion that “whole is greater than the sum of its parts” is a focal point.

A medium percussion ensemble piece perfect for the holidays!

A cute, medium-easy percussion quartet in which players are assigned specific animal names to help define musical character.

Composed by Grieg for pizz strings and triangle, this ensemble adaption is enhanced by nonpitched perc, arpeggios, and rapid scalar passages.

A catchy, uplifting percussion ensemble piece that can easily fit into any concert program for beginners.

This piece uses three marimbas and a large collection of African instruments to suggest a dark and superstitious atmosphere.

Dribble, slap, juggle, toss, and of course...BOUNCE! Written for five players with a variety of balls bouncing on the floor, this creative piece is a surefire crowd-pleaser.

Contrasting dark introspective material with light humor, this arrangement for mallet trio honors a quick-moving masterpiece.

An exciting exploration of rhythm and melody for beginning percussion ensembles.

Inspired by an adventure in the Himalayas, this rich work for percussion orchestra by Jim Casella is a vibrant representation of the human spirit.

This is a well-crafted piece for intermediate percussion quartet where each player has a small multipercussion setup.

This advanced ensemble piece is a tribute to the evolution of hip-hop music, from the Golden Era of the 80’s and 90’s to modern trap music.

In this arrangement, Brian Slawson enables percussion ensembles to recreate Bach's masterpiece through creative mallet orchestrations.

Are you ready to rock? This is an ensemble for an unpitched percussion quartet that's sure to take the house down!

The holidays just got a little warmer with Caliente Christmas. A Latin-tinged percussion ensemble piece for 10-11 players.

Three intermediate players, one marimba, and a quirky take on salsa!

Children's Medley is one of several masterworks arranged for percussion ensemble by Brian Slawson on the Grammy-nominated CD "Bach on Wood."

An festive piece that ensures entry-level players a rousing performance with limited preparation.