Stout, A.-Waves(SP)

A little more simple and straight-forward than the others, but no-less interesting, "Waves" starts out as a harmonious ballad in C minor. This then develops into a bluesy 5/4 swing in F, featuring solos for Vibraphone and Xylophone. (Add an improvised Drum Set solo too, if you like) The ballad and swing themes are then COMBINED for an intriguing statement, until finally the ballad them takes over and ends the piece softly. This piece is a little different, and is a nicely melodic offering.

Number of Players-12-13
Difficulty: Grade 4
Instrumentation:
Player I: Vibes
Player II: Xylo
Player III: Bells
Player IV: Marimba
Player V: Marimba
Player VI: Marimba
Player VII: Synth/Bass
Player VIII: TImpani
Player IX: Aux. I
Player X: Aux. II
Player XI: Drum Set


Andrew Stout directs the Athens (Ohio) High School Percussion Ensemble. An accomplished keyboard-percussionists, he composes and arranges for both percussion ensemble and marching band. He is also a marching percussion instructor and adjudicator.