Dancing colors

A six-part percussion ensemble with the theme of “color”

≪Composition≫Hiroyuki Yamazawa

≪Performance time≫
Shinonomeiro 1 minute 58 seconds
Biroudo 2 minutes 20 seconds
Noshime Hanairo 1 minute 56 seconds
Hanarokusho 1 minute 24 seconds
Terigaki 2 minutes 06 seconds
Danjurocha 1 minute 24 seconds
*The performance time is based on the reference sound source, so it will vary depending on the performance method and tempo.
Reference sound source:JPC ENSEMBLE COLLECTION Vol.12(CD)

<> In the case of a trio, IV instruments are not used.

Shinonome color
I: Vibraphone (F33-F69 3 octaves)
II: Marimba (C28-C76 4 octaves)
III: Wind Chime, Glockenspiel
IV: Chimes
　
Biroudo
I: Glockenspiel
II: Vibraphone (F-F 3 octaves)
III: Vibraphone (shared with II)
IV: Wind Chime, Triangle, Bell Tree, Sleigh Bell, Suspended Cymbal(2), Finger Cymbal, Tam-tam, Hi-hat.

Noshime flower color
I: Xylophone
II: Tom-tom(3), Foot Bass Drum, Bongo.
III: Long drum (or Bass Drum), Conga(2)
IV: Timpani(4)

Flower patina (hanarokusho)
I: Vibraphone
II: Marimba
III: Bongo, Tom-tom(4), Foot Bass Drum, Suspended Cymbal(3)
IV: Bass Drum, Tam-tam, Timpani(2), Wave machine, Conga(2)

Terigaki
I~IV: Marimba (C16-C76 5 octaves) 1 unit played by 4 people
For the trio version, C28-C76 4 octaves. 3 people playing 1 unit

Danjuro tea
I: Vibraphone
II: Marimba (C-C 4 octaves)
III: Tom-tom(4), Wooden gong, Suspended Cymbal, Foot Bass Drum,
IV: Vibraslap, Hi-hat, China Cymbal, Clap

Part IV will be a reinforcement of parts I to III. Although it is possible to play without it, it adds thickness to the whole thing.


Difficulty: Intermediate-Advanced

≪Staff commentary≫
For the Vibraphone part, basic skills (especially arpeggio) are important. Due to the small number of people, sound mistakes can cause harmonies to be disrupted.
When playing Glocken, consider the overall balance, regardless of the notation's dynamics.


Since two people will be playing one Vibraphone, damping (pedaling) is the key.
For this song as well, it would be a good idea to adjust the dynamics of Glocken considering the overall balance.


Make effective use of the determined parts (the pattern from the 4th beat of the 15th measure to the next 1st beat) so that the song does not become flat throughout the song. There will be some silent parts, but be aware that the music continues.
Be careful not to fall over the Xylophone.


If you start faster than the tempo at the beginning, you will definitely get stuck playing the same note repeatedly (around C). It is important to decide on the tempo of the part that is most difficult to play before starting.


Marimba2 is easier to play with 3 mallets than 4 mallets. At that time, we recommend two in your left hand (depending on the individual).
If you don't remember each other's score divisions, you may end up colliding with the player next to you, so you need to read the music carefully.


This piece tends to have a slower tone than other movements, so it's best to play it lightly so it doesn't get too heavy. However, you need to be careful not to destroy the Japanese image.


The above explanation is based on the subjective opinion of our staff.
Please follow the instructor's instructions when actually performing.




≪Composer's comment≫
With the theme of ``color'', I felt that the image that the color brings was dancing, which became the impression of the song.
There is no song order. You can start with your favorite color and end with your favorite color, select a selection of colors, or even just one color. Please feel free to mix and match.

Throughout the song, please feel free to change the number of people or change the instruments as long as it does not change the essence of the song. Also, all songs can be played without the 4th part.

≪Premiere≫
　Percussion group “Otokogun”July 20, 2012 Komae Ecorma Hall

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