Daughtrey-Shock Factor B/V/C/P SP

Shock Factor features intense drumming with tribalistic chants and vocal parts. Sharp rhythmic interjection dominate this work for percussion ensemble.

Number of Players: 5
Difficulty: Grade 4
Instrumentation:

Player I: Bongos, Bells

Player II: 5 Temple Blocks, Vibraphone

Player III: Agogo Bell (sub cowbell), Chimes

Player IV: 4 Tom-Toms

Player V: Bass Drum, Tam-Tam, Suspended Cymbal

Nathan Daughtrey (b. 1975) earned a Bachelor Degree in Music Education (1997), a Master of Music in Percussion Performance (1999) and a Doctor of Musical Arts (2004) from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro. Described as "fresh and imaginative," (Percussive Notes), his band and percussion works are quickly gaining international recognition with performances at educational institutions of all levels, festivals/contests, and music conferences around the world. Many of his original works and arrangements are becoming standards in the repertoire, including "Limerick Daydreams" for percussion ensemble or symphonic band, "Shock Factor" for percussion quintet, and "Strange Dreams" for clarinet/alto saxophone and marimba.