River, The
for percussion ensemble
Percussion Ensemble - Sheet Music

Percussion Ensembles Percussion Ensemble with Rhythm Section (Glockenspiel, Chimes, Vibraphone (can be doubled), 2 marimbas--low A, 4 timpani, Cymbals (large suspended cymbal, small suspended cymbal, crash cymbals), Drums (timbales, congas, bass drum), Tam tam, Accessories (2 shakers, windchimes, rainstick, vibrasla) - Med-Advanced

SKU: TA.TSPCE-90

For percussion ensemble. Composed by Seth Adams. Percussion Ensembles. Folio & Parts on CD-ROM. Duration 4:30. Tapspace Publications #TSPCE-90. Published by Tapspace Publications (TA.TSPCE-90).

The River is a groove-oriented piece by Seth Adams that depicts a trip down New Hampshire's Ammonoosuc River, known for its beautiful waterfalls and chilly, clear water. The opening portrays a ride down the rocky waters, twisting and turning through a mountainous area. The music shifts to darker tones halfway through the piece, symbolizing a plunge underwater as the journey continues downstream, culminating in a percussive tumble down a rocky waterfall. A restatement of the beginning material follows, suggesting playful eddies and swift currents until the adventure finally slows to a stop at the edge of a quiet pool. This engaging work includes solo opportunities and skillfully exploits the wealth of timbres and techniques available in a percussion ensemble.

This piece comes as a professionally printed and bound score and includes individual parts in PDF format for printing or for tablet viewing.