The Pocket-Sized Funk Machine

by Matthew Kilby

AdvancedConcert Percussion

12 Players

Matthew Kilby describes The Pocket-Sized Funk Machine as "a malfunctioning musical box." Scored for advanced percussion ensemble, this work is equal parts funky, off-kilter, and absurd. Groovy bebop lines sputter into minimalist phrases, whirls around the circle of 5ths, and Jacob Collier-inspired beats. The piece offers a high degree of individual responsibility, with each player providing a unique layer to the grooves and musical episodes. The xylophone player is invited to "lean back" their feel on solo lines; the drumset part may be embellished freely; even the glockenspiel part enjoys an unexpected solo moment over a heavy-hitting percussion beat. Kilby's work is uniquely humorous yet listenable, and is a well-rounded addition to concert programs! The Pocket-Sized Funk Machine ships as a printed, professionally bound score, and includes individual parts in PDF format for printing or tablet viewing.

Instrumentation: Glockenspiel Xylophone 2 vibraphones 2 marimbas — (1) low A, (1) low F 4 timpani Drumset Bass guitar Drums — bongos, timbales Accessories — ratchet, police whistle, flexatone, slapstick, temple blocks, mark tree, rainstick, cha cha bell, jam block, mambo bell, triangle

In addition to the printed score you are receiving downloadable:

✅ Individual Parts
✅ Full Recording