Beschrijving

[Percussion 1] Marimba, Tubular Bells | [Percussion 2] Vibraphone, Triangle | [Percussion 3] Snare Drum, Xylophone, Glockenspiel, Castanet, Cymbal | [Percussion 4] Timpani, Bongo, 2 Wood Blocks | [Percussion 5] Tam-Tam, Sleigh Bell, 3 Toms, Bass Drum, Claves, Suspended Cymbal, Maracas, 2 CowbellsPremiered at the Madoka Pia Large Hall in Onojo, Fukuoka in July, 2007.Japan is said to be a band powerhouse in the world. Every year, the All Japan Band Association holds a band competition in the summer and an ensemble contest in the winter. However, the number of original works for percussion ensemble is extremely small compared to those for winds. I am often asked for music consultations from fellow directors.The performance time of this work “Ceremony” was set to be within 5 minutes considering ensemble contest regulations. In addition, the percussion voices were designed to be common equipment to be found in any secondary school band room.(Takayoshi Yoshioka)

ENMS-84158