Hamilton-Parallel Passages-4T/Tape (CD) OS

Parallel Passages for timpani and tape was composed by Tom Hamilton in the late 1970s. Many years later, Bachovich Music Publications discovered this underground classic- possibly the first piece to pair solo timpani with electronic sound – and finally made it available in published form. The "tape" music consists of a rich electronic soundscape, created with the ARP and Serge synthesizers of that era, and is newly remastered here for CD release. This electronic environment supports a bold and expressive timpani solo of changing colors and moods. It is a very idiosyncratic and unusual piece to program, and a must for any collector of timpani literature.

Number of players: 1
Difficulty: Intermediate/advanced

Instrumentation: 4 timpani, prerecorded sounds