Multipercussion

Jeff Queen weaves together a groovy solo for snare and kick drum to help students with the concept of pulse.

This intricate solo for snare drum with kick drum and hi-hat explores polyrhythms and pays homage to Delécluse and colonial drumming.

Written for an abbreviated drumset (played while standing) and three semi-resonant metals, the piece uses a series of hemiola-driven rhythmic gestures to weave a complex tapestry of percussive sound.

An even more expansive sequel to its predecessor, The Blue Book - Volume 2 features 56 solos for drumset, multipercussion, snare drum, and marching tenors.

This sneaky cool solo for hand drums utilizes a cajon along with a set of bongos and congas to create sophisticated grooves and textures.

Two waves will become one stronger wave if they meet at the right point. There are many right points in this exciting solo for multipercussion.

A ritualistic solo for multipercussion and audio featuring the Aztec death whistle, an instrument mimicking ghastly shrieks.

Drawing upon Eli Whitney’s revolutionary invention as inspiration, this unique mulitpercussion solo requires the player to speak, sing, and trigger audio samples.

This is solo also utilizes a multipercussion setup of concert toms, woodblock, sizzle cymbal, and wind gong. It is an ideal selection for percussionists looking for a dramatic and virtuosic timpani solo.

A progressive set of 12 etudes for snare and bass drum, performable as solos or duets. Alternative metronome patterns provide an optional, unique challenge to develop internal pulse.

The simultaneous performance unrelated meters, ostinati, and melodic material drives this solo for multipercussionist and optional, echoing assistant.

Composed for one player and utilizing snare drum and bass drum, this is like an old-school rudimental duet, but not.

A challenging and groovy multipercussion solo with advanced rudimental snare drum components and drum set-inspired coordination.

Using sounds created by instruments, digital audio, and sounds made by the human voice, this piece bears a resemblance to the Japanese "haiku" form of poetry with its 5-7-5 metric scheme.

This is a progressive solo work for steelpan, crotales, digital delay, and pitch shifter. Over ten minutes long, this work is performed completely in real time and loosely depicts a journey through one’s imagination.

A solo for hand percussion and electronics that conjures the sounds of nature past nightfall. Utilizes a looping station for layered effects.

A multipercussion solo full of groovy, drumset-like textures, inspired by composer Dave Hollinden. Optionally playable with one arm!

An advanced multi-percussion solo, showcasing melodic flow on timpani and integration with crotales and woodblocks.

This solo for djembe requires the drum to be amplified and effected with digital delay. It also calls for a prayer bowl and audio soundscape accompaniment.

Using a configuration of only drums and cymbals, this multi-percussion solo by Indiana-based composer Brian Blume expresses both reverence and intensity.

An entry-level, limited instrumentation multipercussion solo inspired by famous riffs from classic rock songs. Includes optional audio accompaniment!

An introspective percussion solo that melds orchestral and rudimental drumming in a contemporary format.

A three-movement, unpitched multipercussion solo where each movement is inspired by a famous work of art.

An inventive piece featuring a solo percussionist playing the guts of a piano in colorful and interesting ways.