Halligan-Solar Flares (SP)-B/V/X/1-2M/P

Solar Flares is a unique percussion ensemble piece featuring a five-note motif with a variety of distinct voices that layer into the texture. The title Solar Flares suggests the image of a central theme or a central body (the sun)being the main motif, with rhythmic accents and syncopated patterns popping out of the texture representing solar flares. Dissonant harmonies and melodies are heard throughout and supported with an underlying Baiao bass drum groove.

• Number of players: 8
• Difficulty: Intermediate
• Instrumentation
• Player 1: Glockenspiel
• Player 2: Xylophone
• Player 3: Vibraphone
• Player 4: Marimba 1 (3 octave or can share 4.3 octave w/Player 5)
• Player 5: Marimba 2 (4.3 octave)
• Player 6: Snare drum
• Player 7: Bass drum
• Player 8: 2 tom toms