Alexander-First Suite (SP)-5T/M/X/V/B/C

First Suite for Percussion is a great quintet for you percussion ensemble. This three movement work relies on the timbres that each of the instruments adds to the ensemble. Little emphasis is placed on large unison thoughts, rather the connection of sound between multiple instruments.


Number of Players: 5
Level of Difficulty: Grade 4+
Published: 1981
Instrumentation:

Player 1: Marimba, Triangle, Bass Drum
Player 2: Xylophone, Snare Drum
Player 3: Vibraphone, Bells, Snare Drum, Tambourine
Player 4: Chimes, Suspended Cymbal, Tambourine
Players 5: Timpani, Woodblock

William Alexander was born on November 8th 1927 in Lompoc,California. Education includes, University of California - Santa Barbara (B.A.1949), Central College, Peabody College of Vanderbilt University (M.A.1951, Ph.D.1957)