El Paso Waltz

by Brian Slawson

Easy Concert Percussion

4 Players

Instrumentation: • Glockenspiel • Vibraphone • 2 marimbas*—(1) 4-octave, (1) low A *If two marimbas aren't available, both marimba parts may be played by sharing one low A marimba.

Brian Slawson's El Paso Waltz is written for beginning mallet ensembles so that each student in the quartet provides a specific function: The vibraphone carries the melody; One of the marimba players outlines the chords while the other supplies the bass; The glockenspiel, as is typical in a variety of settings, brings color to the arrangement.

If performed in a pleasant, light-hearted way, El Paso Waltz should demonstrate a carnival-like quality. This piece helps young players develop tremolo sensitivity and encourages eye contact, body language, and musical communication during slower tempos.

In addition to the printed score you are receiving downloadable:

✅ Individual Parts
✅ Full Recording