Sycamore-Boomerang (SP)-B/opt. V/X/1-2M/P

Beginning with driving rhythms reminiscent of the Australian Outback, shifting to a delicate melody that is passed around the ensemble, and ending with a return of the original theme, Boomerang by Amanda Sycamore is scored for 8-10 players and is a perfect fit for programs teaching a combination of students at a variety of experience levels.

• Number of players: 8-10
• Difficulty: Elementary/intermediate
• Instrumentation:
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• Player 1: Glockenspiel (may double with vibraphone)
• Player 2: Xylophone (may double with marimba)
• Player 3: Vibraphone (optional)
• Player 4: Marimba 1 (4 octave; may share with Marimba 2)
• Player 5: Marimba 2 (4.3 octave; may share with Marimba 1)
• Player 6: Claves (may substitute high woodblock)
• Player 7: Shaker (may substitute maracas)
• Player 8: Suspended cymbal, triangle
• Player 9: Snare drum
• Player 10: Bass drum (optional; may substitute low tom)