This new piece, with its gorgeous harmonies and tonal language, is truly a beautiful addition to solo marimba literature. While technically accessible to the intermediate player, advanced players can also enjoy the musical possibilities this piece offers. A 4.6 marimba is required. Can be heard on She-e Wu’s recently released CD.
$14.00 – $17.00
Virginia Tate
Truly a beautiful addition to solo marimba literature. While technically accessible to the intermediate player, advanced players can also enjoy the musical possibilities this piece offers.
Paul Smadbeck was born New York City where he studied drum set and percussion throughout his early school years before beginning his formal music training at Ithaca College where he received both the Bachelor and Master of Music degrees in percussion performance.
Rhythm Song
$14.00 – $17.00Elements of African, Latin, Gamelan, and Jazz Fusion. Can be performed as an unaccompanied solo or with any number of doublings in unison or at the octaves. Great for marimbistic get-togethers when several players know the work.
Elements of African, Latin, Gamelan, and Jazz Fusion. Can be performed as an unaccompanied solo or with any number of doublings in unison or at the octaves. Great for marimbistic get-togethers when several players know the work.
Fernando’s Waltz
$18.00If classics like “Rhythm Song” and “Virginia Tate” are any indication of the appeal of Smadbeck’s compositional style, this piece will quickly become a favorite on college campuses.
If classics like “Rhythm Song” and “Virginia Tate” are any indication of the appeal of Smadbeck’s compositional style, this piece will quickly become a favorite on college campuses.
| Difficulty | Intermediate |
|---|---|
| Performance Type | Solo |
| Delivery Method | Print Copy, PDF Download, Print & PDF Versions |
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Arranged for marimba quartet
Star Light Meadow
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Wrist Twisters
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