Number of Players: 2 Instrumentation: 2 marimbas (one 5 octave low C and one low A), vibraphone, 2 floor toms, hi hat with remote pedal, sizzle cymbal, shaker, caxixi, afuche cabasa, kit bass drum with double pedal attachment, 2 splash cymbals, China cymbal, triangle Difficulty: Advanced
The 9-minute work has a great feel of drive and momentum with pulse remaining constant from start to finish. With great contrast between the soft spacious sections and the impelling rhythmic grooves, the piece demands coordination between hands and feet and energetic communication between the two performers. Blue Motion is a challenging performance piece of virtuosity, vivacity, virility, vibrancy, vitality, and versatility!