Bakken-King of Epic Validation, The (SP)-4T/P

The King of Epic Validation by David K. Bakken is an intermediate level percussion ensemble for 7 players. This septet, The King of Epic Validation, was named after one of his students, Kevin (K-King, E-Epic, V-Validation). The idea is that by successfully managing each of the varying time signatures presented in the piece, the performers would feel a strong sense of accomplishment, and therefore validated in their musical achievement. In addition to managing these time signatures, this piece, though sometimes short-lived, gives each performers the opportunity to be featured. As Bakken puts it, "[As teachers,] providing an opportunity for our students to excel is our highest ambition."

The King of Epic Validation comes as a full, bound score and includes a CD-ROM containing individual parts for printing as well as a full audio recording.

Number of players: 7
Difficulty: Intermediate

Instrumentation

Player 1: Snare drum
Player 2: Tenor drum
Player 3: 5 temple blocks
Player 4: Brake drum
Player 5: Suspended cymbal
Player 6: Bass drum
Player 7: 4 timpani