dreams
percussion trio or percussion quartet: 2 low toms, 2 med toms, 2 snares, 4 bongos, 4 wood slabs, 2 hi-hats, 2 shakers, 1 vibe, electronics (playback or live mix)
10 minutes
purchase score (trio print, trio PDF, trio PDF student rate, quartet print, quartet PDF, quartet student rate)
Program note:
Written for SoSI 2016, dreams premiered as a trio plus electronics (there is now a quartet plus electronics version). Two non-pitched multi-setups anchor dreams, their complicated rhythms alternating dialogue and unison yet always supporting and propelling the piece forward to ever-greater highs. A virtuosic vibraphone is placed front and center, weaving in and out of the electronics (live mixed or pre-recorded), creating pulsating melodies that flicker with colorful licks. Approximately 10 minutes in duration. Video above is from the premiere, featuring the amazing Sam, Sarah, and Sarek!
Score purchase comes with MIDI files to let performers customize their electronic sounds as much as they want. Also included is a full mix (I will send you this and click tracks after purchase).