Palm Reader - for percussion duet

Benjamin Holmes

Combining asymmetrical rhythms with an octatonic melody, Benjamin Holmes’ percussion duet Palm Reader is a brilliantly tempestuous piece that features split rhythms and melodies, requiring the performers to know their own part as well as their partner’s. Each performer has a set of four differently pitched crotales and a snare drum. They also share a djembe, which adds depth to the overall sound of the piece. With all of these instruments combined, the sound of the pieces cover a wide range of tones and timbres, giving it a full sound. This piece would be a great addition to any junior or senior recital, especially for advanced players looking to showcase their ability to split fast, intricate rhythms!This piece comes as a professionally printed and bound score and includes individual parts in PDF format for printing or for tablet viewing.

Product Number:    TSPCD19005

Format:    Folio + Downloadable Parts

Level:    Advanced

No. of Players:    2

Duration:    4:00

Full Instrumentation:    • 8 crotales (C, C#, D#, E, F#, G, A, A#)• 2 snare drums• Djembe (shared)

Pages:    12

Size:    8.5" x 11"

Date Published:    10/14/2019