Katraterra - for percussion ensemble

Jim Casella

Written for nine players, Katraterra by Jim Casella is a concert piece which uses a variety of textures, instruments, and techniques to create a driving and intense feel. The 5/8 time signature dominates the groove of Katraterra with three emphasized beats of 1, 3, and the upbeat of 4, creating the motive which drives the 16-note based ostinato and all surrounding melodies. This weaves in and out of other time signatures but is intended to happen smoothly without obvious perception to when these changes occur. This, along with the inherent syncopations throughout, creates a challenging ensemble atmosphere. With driving solo statements, complex interwoven rhythms, and an organic ostinato to drive it, this piece is sure to offer an intense and entertaining musical experience.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:    TSPCE11

Format:    Folio + Parts on CD-ROM

Level:    Advanced

No. of Players:    9

Duration:    5:00

Full Instrumentation:     • Glockenspiel • Xylophone • Chimes • Vibraphone • 2 marimbas—(1) 4-octave, (1) low A • 4 timpani • Drums (bongos, low conga, 4 toms, kick drum) • Cymbals (splash cymbal, hi-hat, 2 china cymbals, 5 suspended cymbals) • Accessories (4 cowbells, log drum, 2 brake drums, 3 woodblocks, 2 triangles, tambourine, Chinese opera gong)

Pages:    28

Size:    8.5" x 11"

Date Published:    4/1/2006