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SOLO PERCUSSION/ENSEMBLE

ERUPTION OF SAKURAJIMA- Marimba Solo **BEST SELLER**
Inspired by impressions of Sakurajima (the eminent volcano in Japan), this is a four-mallet marimba solo that offers both, challenges for the performer, and a very appealing aural experience for the listener. Requires a 4 1/3 octave marimba and the technical ability for independent mallet movement.  (adv. high school/college) Click to purchase
DEU ME ALEGRIA- Marimba & Vibraphone Solo 
Scored for marimba and vibraphone (one player), this work was inspired by a visit to Brazil, and in particular the rhythmic configuration known as Baião. Requires four mallets, 4 1/3 octave marimba.  (adv. high school/college) Click to purchase                
RIPPLES IN THE WATER- Vibraphone Solo
This piece opens with a flowing introductory section, emphasizing arpeggiated figures (mallet permutations 1234234) , then gives way to a very tuneful ballad.  Ripples in the Water provides a good technical workout, is fun to play and is enjoyable to hear. (adv. high school/college) Click to purchase    
THE SILENCE OF SIRENS- Marimba & Cello Duet
Based on memories of and reactions to the disaster of 09/11/2001 at the World Trade Center in New York City, this piece offers a unique pairing of marimba and cello. Scored for a 4.5 octave marimba. (adv. high school/college) Click to purchase
AIRBORNE JOURNEYS- Percussion Trio              
This is a three movement piece that depicts the events that took place with Army Airborne Units in both the European and Pacific theatre during World War II, and Operation Iraqi Freedom. This is a high energy piece and exciting to play. (adv. high school/college) 
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GLORY ROAD GONE- Vibraphone, Percussion, Piano, Baritone Voice
Dedicated to the victims of the Boston Marathon bombing on April 15th 2013, this is a very moving quartet piece with vocal text that initiates quite an emotional response from the audience. (adv. high school/college) 
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UP ABOVE THE WORLD SO HIGH- Vibraphone, Piano, Bass Marimba, 2 Percussion
This is a short requiem in memory of the Sandy Hook victims. Since the majority of the victims were six and seven years old, I chose to base my melodies on two common children songs: Mary Had A Little Lamb and Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star. (adv. high school/college)
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FALLEN PEACE- Percussion Ensemble
Originally for marimba and string quartet, this is an audience friendly work that would be a great way to feature an 12 player ensemble with intermediate to advanced level performance abilities. This piece would make a unique contribution to any concert program. (adv. high school/college) Click to purchase                     

CHAMBER MUSIC

FALLEN PEACE- Marimba & String Quartet
An audience friendly work with an accessible marimba solo that would be a great way to feature a performer with intermediate to advanced level performance abilities. This piece would make a unique contribution to any recital program. (adv. high school/college) 
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GLORY ROAD GONE- Baritone Voice, Clarinet, Piano, Percussion
Dedicated to the victims of the Boston Marathon bombing on April 15th 2013, this is a very moving quartet piece with vocal text that initiates quite an emotional response from the audience. (adv. high school/college) 
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WIND ENSEMBLE

VARIATIONS ON TWO HYMNS
Based on the classic hymns "It Is Well With My Soul" and "Are You Washed In The Blood Of The Lamb?," this piece begins as a chorale and ends with an upbeat baiao rhythm. Great addition to any intermediate level concert band repertoire. 
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FALLEN PEACE
An audience friendly work that would be a great way to feature a concert band with intermediate to advanced level performance abilities. This piece would make a unique contribution to any concert program. 
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