Marimba-Synthesis - 80 S.; 30 progressive 4-Mallet-Etüden; easy to intermediate
THIS collection of
etudes is intended for marimbists at all performance levels - beginner
through graduate student, the book offers approaches and challenges
appropriate for any student of the marimba. The initial etudes, such as
Gentle Angles, are accessible to a novice marimba
player, whereas the final etudes will challenge accomplished performers.
EACH etude is
preceded by a description of the primary technical and musical issues to
be encountered, as well as suggested exercise progressions which will
assist in preparation of the etude. In addition, the etudes are
purposefully brief, to assist memorization and accessibility.
However, much care was taken to make each etude a complete composition
in its own right.
THIS book may be used
effectively in conjunction with/or as a supplement to numerous mallet
texts, including Leigh Steven's Method of Movement, as well as
Luigi Morleo's 120 Progressive Four-Mallet Studies for Marimba
and 60 Advanced Four-Mallet Studies for Marimba.