Indoor Percussion
Grant Us Peace
Level: PSO (Intermediate)
Continuing the journey from "Menagerie", this show takes flight with the butterfly as our symbol of transformation and growth. We explore the deeply human emotions of loss and healing, guiding the audience through the stages of grief, but always with a sense of hope on the horizon. At its heart, it’s a celebration of resilience, the warmth of family, and the beauty that can emerge from life’s most challenging moments.
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One of Us
Level: PSW (Advanced)
The central theme of "One Of Us" is a celebration of our commonality, the recognition that no matter where we come from or who we are, there are universal threads that connect us. This captivating show delves deep into the heart of humanity, celebrating the shared experiences that bind us together. Through a dynamic and diverse musical selection, "One Of Us" explores the rich tapestry of movement, dialect, and rituals that unite us all.
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Tilting at Windmills
Level: Intermediate / Advanced (PSO/PSW)
Inspired by the story of Don Quixote, "Tilting at Windmills" reflects the struggle of preparing for a fight against imagined enemies that never comes. As the show progresses, the illusion fades, revealing that the threats were never real. In the end, they discover the beauty of the world around them.
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The Dream
Level: Advanced (PSO/PSW)
The Dream follows the wonderful imagination of a young child as they drift off into sleep from the soothing voice of their mother. The journey is full of fun moments as well as fantastical events fueled by the child's fascination with space travel and dreams of becoming an astronaut.
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The Process of Invention
Level: Advanced (PSO/PSW)
This show was an iconic project for us ... and it is a tribute to all things creative. Coming up with an idea, experimenting, facing frustration, and embracing illumination. The concept and identity are totally open ended and can be molded to fit many different angles.
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Menagerie
Level: Intermediate / Advanced (PSO/PSW)
With a deliberately paced percussive score evolving alongside intricate rhythmic and harmonic interplay for each section, Menagerie is the next-level production that prides itself on its daring exploration of an enigmatic musical frontier.
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The Brook
Level: Beginning (PSJ / PSA)
The Brook is a perfect vehicle for the growing ensemble. Inspired by the poem of the same name written by Alfred Lord Tennyson, this production is crafted specifically for the novice ensemble.
Cede
Level: Advanced (PIW)
2019 Broken City Percussion
"Here we go again and we aim to kill to break the will for the desire to win ...the desire to win" "There are only losers in the fog of war what do we do this for? Is there another way?" "I've been looking for the meaning of life in the darkest of corners with the brightest of lights And I've been losing in the fight of my life and I'll say anything to get out of the way of you to get out of the way of you. And I don't know where to begin to need you again" "But here we go again you start a war and I so I break the door in to say I'll let you win to say I'll let you win."
Bringer of Joy
Level: Intermediate (PSA/PSO)
Now available as an Indoor Percussion show, as a journey from Dark to Light - Bringer of Joy is a fantasy on the beloved work "Jupiter" by Gustav Holst. The main theme weaves its way through the program in unexpected ways, and creates a great through-line for a variety of programatic concepts.
All That I Believe
Level: Intermediate / Advanced (PSO/PSW)
All That I Believe behaves as an artistic interpretation of Shakespeare's title character, Macbeth, within the indoor percussion stage as a modern musical odyssey that portrays Life as but a walking shadow, full of sound and fury.
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Message in a Bottle
Level: Intermediate / Advanced (PSO/PSW)
Message in a Bottle presents an enigmatic examination regarding our life circumstances in the hands of forces beyond our understanding, and that even in the midst of darkness there lies a means of salvation.
Through the Eyes
Level: Intermediate / Advanced (PSO/PSW)
Through the Eyes delivers an emphatic and gripping portrayal regarding grief and recovery, drawing inspiration from the ground-breaking scientific studies of Dr. Elisabeth Kübler-Ross.
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Always Now - Percussion
Level: Intermediate (PSA / PSO)
Always Now reflects upon the importance of ignoring the petty paradoxes of life, and the distractions of the future in order to fully devote one's self to the present moment - elevated through a stirring musical narrative centered on the themes of self-discovery and seizing the moment.
Stratos
Level: Intermediate (PSO)
In Stratos, performers and audience members alike experience the dramatic scope of Felix Baumgartner's mindset before he became the first man to jump from the edge of space back down towards Earth.
Scheherazade - Concert
Level: Intermediate (PSCO)
Here it is - our transformation of Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov's beloved Scheherazade to Percussion Ensemble. This version is sure to challenge all of your students and please your audience.
Find My Way
Level: Intermediate / Advanced (PSO/PSW)
“Find My Way†is a heart-stopping musical production centered around the aftermath of a loss in life, and how we navigate through the complex maelstrom of emotions in order to find ourselves once again. The cinematic scoring offers the opportunity to explore emotionally charged concepts paired with a contemporary sound palette.
Dystopia - Percussion
Level: Intermediate (PSO)
For indoor percussion ensembles eager to explore the darker end of the conceptual spectrum, “Dystopia†offers a harrowing and cinematic musical interpretation of the words of legendary author, George Orwell, and the world in which Big Brother antagonizes its citizens by stripping them of their humanity - ever observant and always watchful.
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When You're Young
Level: PSO
"Do something when you're young. Before its too late." This is the message woven through this heartfelt and uplifting show. The musical soundtrack creates a feeling of youth and asks us to follow our hearts.
Red Planet - Concert
Level: Intermediate (PSCO)
Red Planet explores the music of Gustav Holst in settings of some of the themes from The Planets. A rich cinematic electronics layer complements the percussion score.
Minus 1
Level: Intermediate / Advanced (PSO/PSW)
Minus 1 is a show with a multitude of musical, emotional and aesthetic effects all built into one seamless package. A lush soundtrack with hints of Debussy's Clair de Lune is our twist on lost love.
Baker Street
Level: Intermediate (PSA/PSO)
Baker Street is based on the legendary detective Sherlock Holmes. The show takes us on a journey with the detective through the committing of the crime, hunting for clues, and ultimately apprehending the criminal.
Fortress of Solitude
Level: Intermediate (PSA/PSO)
An homage to Superman, Fortress of Solitude is a cinematic interpretation of one of our favorite comic book legends.
The Rose
Level: Intermediate (PSO)
At its core, “The Rose†is a vivid musical production that feels right at home with an epic adventure in search of a magical relic.
Storytellers
Level: Beginning (PSA)
Featuring the music of Rimsky-Korsakov's "Scheherazade", this show is a musical tale about the art of storytelling.
Glitch
Level: Beginning (PSA)
Glitch is a show written with the beginning ensemble in mind. This show has an electronic musical feel and can be adapted to many different concepts. This show is a great jumping off point for the A class ensemble.
Three Dances
Level: Intermediate (PSCO)
Three Dances includes the following arrangements:
Alborada del Gracioso - Maurice Ravel
Arabesque No. 1 - Claude Debussy
Infernal Dance (From the Firebird Ballet) - Igor Stravinsky.
The three arrangements work well as standalone concert pieces or can be combined for an exciting and musical concert percussion show.
The Noise Inside
Level: Intermediate (PSA/PSO)
The Noise Inside profiles the escape from imprisonment in ones own mind. Dark undertones and a beautiful ending, this show has the potential to convey many feelings and ideas.
Mizu (Water)
Level: Intermediate (PSA/PSO)
A musical depiction on the nature of water - this show is very fluid in nature and requires a great degree of sensitivity.
Music by Kevin Shah Battery Percussion by Mike Jackson Chimes/Crotales Xylophone/Bells Vibes (3) Marimbas (4) Auxiliary (2) Synthesizer/Sampler (3) *MainStage File Included Snares Tenors Bass Drums (5) Cymbals
Fade to Black
Level: Intermediate (PSA/PSO)
Fade to Black is our tribute to Beethoven's gift and his curse. The musical soundtrack includes arrangements from his 7th and 9th symphonies as well as the Moonlight Sonata.
Legend
Level: Advanced (PSO/PSW)
Legend is our tribute to the epic myths and fantastic tales we grew up with. The sense of grandeur and wonder is paralleled by innovative percussive writing and sound design. Not for the faint of heart, Legend is an extremely demanding show that requires the most advanced skill sets for both the battery and front ensemble.