Chopstakovich Solo For Marching Snare Drum And Orchestral Recording

Strands of Time is a marching snare drum solo written specifically for the concert hall by Brian Blume. It is accompanied by a prerecorded audio soundscape which weaves the acoustic sound into a futuristic digital realm. The title refers to the idea of multiple strands (or threads) of live and electronic music that intertwine and blend to create a unified whole. The piece requires precise tempo mastery and rudimental control. Accompaniment is provided in digital audio format, and a variety of setup suggestions are given.

Chopstakovich Solo For Marching Snare Drum And Orchestral Recording

Robert Sanderl wrote Slow and Unsteady to fulfill a simple concept: "...a solo for snare drum that was slow in tempo but dense in content." Although packed with advanced rudimental figures, the slow tempo allows for expressive freedom and great dynamic contrast. Sanderl cites the tradition of Swiss Basel drumming as a major inspiration for the style of the work.