Compositions
The Rhythm of Time
for Multi-Percussion & Tape
A captivating and innovative solo for multi-percussion and tape that seamlessly blends spoken word poetry with a dynamic musical landscape. This piece takes the listener on a mesmerizing journey through the interplay of rhythmic intricacies, melodic finesse, and evocative narration.
Dreams of Synergy
Duet for Vibraphone & Guitar
A captivating duet for vibraphone and guitar that seamlessly blends the ethereal tones of both instruments, creating a harmonious dreamscape of sound. This evocative piece explores the intricate interplay between the resonant vibes and the rich, melodic textures of the guitar, inviting listeners into a realm where musical synergy takes center stage.
Dreamscape Mirage
for Flute, Vibraphone & Tape
A composition that unfolds at a slow pace, enveloped in the enigmatic allure of A Aeolian scale This piece seamlessly blends the delicate tones of flute with the resonant textures of a vibraphone and three toms. against a backdrop of ethereal pads and ambient guitar fills, the composition takes listeners on a journey through shadowy realms, punctuated by subtle rises and impactful moments. The slow tempo and dark tonal palette create an introspective atmosphere, inviting the audience to immerse themselves in a dreamscape where reality and illusion converge.
Threads of a Forgotten Veil
for Solo Vibraphone & Tape
This piece is an evocative instrumental composition that combines textured sounds with a captivating melodic journey. Featuring a vibraphone solo with tape, the piece unfolds like a cinematic experience, seamlessly intertwining traditional and modern elements to create a unique and immersive soundscape.
Marbles of Time
for Solo Marimba & Tape
"Marbles of Time" is a captivating solo for marimba and tape, blending classical elegance with contemporary innovation. It weaves intricate rhythms and melodies, taking the audience on a mesmerizing journey through time and space. The composition allows performers to showcase their virtuosity, mirroring life's intricate dance and capturing the essence of human emotions.
A Clock in the Clouds
Duet for Flute & Snare Drum
A contemporary duet for flute and snare drum that weaves together precise rhythmic elements and abstract soundscapes. The piece is inspired by the thematic dichotomy of clocks and clouds, where moments of structured tempo coexist with abstract passages. The sheet music reflects a dynamic interplay between the flute and snare drum, exploring both rhythmic precision and the expressive freedom of musical improvisation. The composition is an evocative journey through time and abstraction, inviting performers and listeners alike to experience the blend of the flute with the snare drum.
Memory Echoes
for Solo Vibraphone
A solo for vibraphone, tangled around a theme evolving with a few technical difficulties for the percussionist. An introspective piece of music, written around a theme that evolves and weaves it's way around F major, mystical, full of memory and nostalgia.
Waking Dream
for Solo Vibraphone
A mesmerizing solo composition for vibraphone, inviting listeners on a journey through enchanting realms of E lydian and B major scales. With fluid melodies and ethereal harmonies, this piece captivates with its open sound and invites listeners to lose themselves in its hypnotic embrace. Experience the transformative power of sound as "Waking Dream" transports you to a world where possibilities are limitless and imagination knows no bounds.
Nocturnal Serenade
for Solo Vibraphone
A contemplative musical journey through the tranquil realms of the night. Set predominantly in the soothing tones of F major. This composition unfolds with a gentle grace, inviting listeners to immerse themselves in its ethereal atmosphere.
2 on 1
Duet for Two Percussionists & a Drum
2 on 1 is a solo duet for two percussionists and on membrane percussion instrument . The sound owns the moment, the space, the entire room. It creates a captivating and powerful experience, with acute details and rhythmic groups that emerge from the two players' part.
BonToCasso
Duet for Mutli-Percussion
A captivating duet that combines bass drum, bongos, and toms to create a dynamic and thrilling musical experience. The bongos and toms interweave with intricate patterns, building anticipation and intensity. The lively beats of the bongos and the melodic texture of the toms create a playful atmosphere.
The Chase
for Solo Multi-Percussion
A solo multi-percussion piece, seamlessly transitioning from an epic introduction to a powerful main theme. The piece culminates in an Allegro finale, blending 32nd and 16th notes with dynamic fluctuations, reaching a thunderous sFFz climax.
Angainor "The Chain"
for Solo Multi-Percussion
Angainor is a multi-percussion composition, born out of the idea of a chain. It incorporate membrane percussion but ''Iron'' as well, through the sounds of the cow bell and the cymbals. Everything has a circular motion with some breaths like the gaps of the chain. The toughness of the iron and the light sound of the chain when it's being dragged or rolled.
Three Wooden Brothers
& a Metal Can
for Solo Multi-Percussion
A captivating multi-percussion solo that weaves a mesmerizing auditory tale, blending the earthy resonance of wooden instruments with the metallic reverberations of a can, resulting in a harmonious fusion of natural and industrial tones.
Polydrumia
for Solo Multi-Percussion
A dynamic and rhythmically intricate composition for multi-percussion, ingeniously combining the essence of polyrhythms with the raw power of drums. The composition challenges the performers with intricate rhythmic interactions between the snare drum and four toms.
Diversity
for Solo Snare Drum
A rhythmic adventure! A snare drum solo! This piece is about the fusion of classical elegance and contemporary flair, as stick tricks dazzle and rimshots echo through the air. Diverse sounds harmonizing, blending traditional snare drum beats with innovative contemporary twists.
The Prototype
for Solo Snare Drum
A rudimental snare drum solo that is not just about rythm and technique. It's about the amalgamation of tradition and innovation. This piece encapsulates the spirit of artistic exploration on a journey where ttradition meets the avant-garde and the beats of the past resonate with the rhythms of tomorrow.
Storming Skies
&
Echoes of Valor
A Journey Through Battle, Loss and Healing
for Rudimental Snare Drum and Tape
A snare drum and musical narrative that delves into the profound journey of people grappling with the harsh realities of war, loss, and the ultimate quest for healing. Through the medium of rudimental solo snare, poignant background music, and immersive sound effects, the composition unfolds a poignant story, traversing the battlefield to the solemnity of a funeral and then solace and healing.
Arpeggio ala Tamburo
Trio for Snare Drums
An ensemble piece for three snare drums that re-imagines the concept of an arpeggio in a rhythmic framework, and transforms thepercussive timbre of the snare drum into a medium for rhythmic storytelling. This composition translates that idea into the realm of rhythm,where rhythm replace melody. The piece explores the expressive potential of thesnare drum, typically known for its sharp, percussive quality. Through rhythmic interplay, the three performers create a dynamic wall of sound, mimicking the fluidity of a musical arpeggio.
Insomnia
for Solo Marimba
A contemporary marimba composition that explores the concept of time travel through intricate rhythms and melodies. The piece embodies the essence of a thrilling journey through time, capturing the listener's imagination with its dynamic shifts and expressive passages.
Bounce Drum
Duet for Snare Drums
A high-energy snare drum duet meticulously crafted for two percussionists. This exhilarating composition leaps off the sheet music with its dynamic rhythm and weaving patterns. The title captures the essence of the piece – a lively, bouncing performance that demands precision and flair from the players.
Into Oblivion
for Percussion Ensemble
Introducing a percussion ensemble piece, where two mesmerizing marimbas weave an enchanting tale, supported by a vibraphone and glockenspiel, casting an ethereal aura. Dive into a journey, exploring a diverse range of percussion instruments, from crisp snare drums to resonating bass drums and shimmering cymbals. Experience moments of introspection guided by deep tam-tam gongs, while unique instruments like the resonating brake drum and energizing vibraslap add layers of intrigue.
Chronicles of Rhythm & Pulse
6 Solos for Snare Drum
Dive into the captivating world of snare drum with "Chronicles of Rhythm & Pulse: Six Snare Drum Solos" by Georgios Kazianis. This collection takes you on a musical journey through six intricately crafted snare drum solos, each a testament to the artistry of percussion.
Temporal Echoes
for Solo Multi-Percussion
A contemporary solo that delves into the intricate interplay of rhythm and resonance. This composition features a pair of bongos, two toms and a bass drum, creating a landscape of echoes. The rhythms unfold intoa world of subtle complecxity. Silence emphasizing the space between beats as much as the beats themselves.
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