Eric Sammut has arranged three charming movement’s from Bizet’s famous opera. Each movement has it’s own character but with a hint of Sammut’s well known style. Selections include: Chanson Boheme, Entract to Act II, and Prelude to Act I. 5.0 octave marimba required.
Puccini “a la Sammut” makes for a delightful dish! In this beautiful arrangement, Sammut uses the singing characteristics of the marimba to bring out the simple, lyrical elements of Puccini’s famous opera. It’s hard to believe Sammut is able to communicate both the orchestral parts and the aria in this arrangement, but it works! Requires a 4.6 octave marimba
Sammut's "Four Rotations" have become some of the most frequently perfomed works for solo marimba. In "Four Rotations" all the mallets are important, because they use the "single alternating strokes" in both the melody and accompaniment. These pieces have all the attributes of crowd pleasers" catchty rhythms, memorable memories, a bit of swing and even some jazzy harmonies. One or more of these Rotations makes for a perfect end of an advanced recital. Eric Sammut was the winner of the LHS International Marimba competition in 1995.
Sammut's "Four Rotations" have become some of the most frequently perfomed works for solo marimba. In "Four Rotations" all the mallets are important, because they use the "single alternating strokes" in both the melody and accompaniment. These pieces have all the attributes of crowd pleasers" catchty rhythms, memorable memories, a bit of swing and even some jazzy harmonies. One or more of these Rotations makes for a perfect end of an advanced recital. Eric Sammut was the winner of the LHS International Marimba competition in 1995.