Product Description
"The Last Brigade" utilizes the F harmonic minor scale to evoke imagery of an intense battle scene. The contrasting timbres of each instrument must work together over both legato and marcato phrases. Fun and driving, this piece perfectly blends the elements of energizing the audience and showcasing the players' abilities.
The marimba part for this piece is suitable for a three-octave instrument (F3-F6) and can be performed with two mallets or four. Medium-hard rubber or yarn mallets are recommended.
Includes full score and individual parts.
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Adam Lenhart (b. 2002) is a University of Michigan student of music theory, composition, voice and organ from Ottawa Lake, Michigan. As a theorist, his areas of study vary widely, including 18th century counterpoint, the early American Sacred Harp tradition and impressionism. As a composer, his music draws inspiration from nature, mathematics and poetry. In 2020 he was awarded the Michigan Music Education Associations Young Composers of Michigan award, as well as first prize in the University of Toledo Young Composers competition. Lenhart has also participated in numerous ensembles across Michigan, including the MYAF All-State Choir, Tecumseh Pops Orchestra, University of Michigan Mens Glee Club and the SMTD University Choir. He thoroughly enjoys collaboration with other composers, performers, poets and visual artists. Some of his recent projects include collaborations with individuals from the University of Michigan Chamber Music, History, and Poetry departments.
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