Number of Players: 6 Instrumentation: Bells (may double or substitute Vibraphone) Xylophone (may double or substitute Marimba) Percussion 1 (Wind Chimes, Triangle, Tambourine) Percussion 2 (Snare Drum, Suspended Cymbal) Percussion 3 (Bass Drum) Timpani (2) Difficulty: Beginner/Intermediate
Designed to simulate a rainstorm, "Rainfall" employs a variety of nontraditional techniques in order to reproduce certain timbres, such as finger snaps or leg-patting. Audience participation is also encouraged to enhance the effect in this slightly minimalistic work for young percussion ensemble.