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Rain Forest
Composer: Danforth, Frances
Number of Players: 6Instrumentation: Marimba, Bass Drum, 2 Log Drums, 2 Snare Drums, 6 Wood Blocks, 2 Tenor Drums, 4 Tambourines, 2 Triangles,3 Sus Cymbals, Glockenspiel, 2 Wind Chimes, Maraca, Tam Tam, 5 Temple Blocks, 3 Tom Toms and Sand Blocks, 4 Timpani
Difficulty: Advanced
This work for solo marimba, four percussion, and timpani is described by the composer as a "mood portrait of the dark, sultry, murky vegetation covering unexpected mysteries of the tropical rain forest." Counter rhythms and polyrhythms have a strong presence in the piece, creating a primitive atmosphere. The use of a wide array of instruments and playing implements contributes to this mood.
