Solo's & Ensembles

A unique piece written for solo percussion, which features the use of a mix of wood blocks and a kick-drum.

Roughly translated as "For Crows and Doves", this piece tells the story of differences & similarities between beautifully peaceful flock of doves, and the often aggressive yet graceful murder of crows.

"Atmosphere" is a captivating suite of music for the concert snare that takes the listener on a journey through each layer of the earth's atmosphere. This unique and innovative composition is written for a solo performer, utilizing a variety of techniques and rhythms to create an immersive experience.

"Bokeh" is a stunningly beautiful marimba trio piece that explores the interplay between three equally important marimba voices. Its delicate, introspective melodies and intricate rhythms come together to create a sonic landscape that is both evocative and breathtaking.

"Centrifugue" is a groundbreaking musical composition that seamlessly blends the traditional marimba choir with the cutting-edge solo percussion.

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The title, "Fight or Flight," captures the heart-pounding decision-making process faced by fighter pilots, and the snare drum becomes a symbolic cockpit, where the soloist embodies the spirit of a pilot making split-second choices while soaring through the skies.

"Japanese Visions" is a musical composition that aims to convey the listener's perception of Japan, despite having never been there and knowing nothing about the country or its people. The piece is designed to be accessible to an entry-intermediate player, utilizing a 4.3 octave marimba, while still incorporating various techniques and musical elements that capture the nuances and complexities of Japanese culture.

Kettle Wars is an exciting new book of timpani duets that is sure to captivate and challenge performers of all levels. The book contains 25 different pieces, each one progressively more difficult and intense than the last. The duets are based on the idea of battling timpanists, with each player facing the other and utilizing a mixture of 1, 2, 3, or 4 drum setups.

This solo is written & dedicated to the chosen few who actively be themselves, while others might misunderstand their actions and emotions. While they did not choose to think the way they do, they embrace it with open arms and live their lives to the fullest of their abilities.

"Rhythm and Resonance" is a dynamic and powerful composition that showcases the incredible range and versatility of the solo snare drum. The piece explores the many different rhythms and beats that can be produced on a snare drum, from fast and frenetic to slow and deliberate.

"Shades and Shadows" is an innovative and captivating musical composition written for solo snare drum. The piece showcases the versatility and range of the snare drum by utilizing a variety of implements to create different textures and sounds on a single instrument.

The Blue Butterfly is a captivating and ethereal marimba solo that takes the listener on a journey through the delicate wings of a butterfly. With its intricate melodies and fluttering rhythms, this piece captures the essence of the natural world and evokes a sense of wonder and beauty.

"Triangulation" is an exciting new percussion piece that showcases the unique and captivating sounds of seven different sized triangle instruments. The piece is inspired by the concept of triangulation, which involves using three reference points to determine a location.