Joaquin on Sunshine

by Jim Casella

Advanced Concert Percussion

15–17 Players

Instrumentation:

• Crotales
• Glockenspiel
• Xylophone
• Chimes
• 2 vibraphones
• 2 marimbas*—(1) low A, (1) low F
• 4 timpani
• Drumset(5-piece)
• Drums(bongos, 2 congas, 2 timbales with 2 cowbells and cymbal attached, djembe)
• Cymbals(2 suspended cymbals, splash cymbal, 2 sizzle cymbals)
• Accessories(shekere, 2 triangles, finger cymbals, mark tree, guiro)
• Piano
• Electric bass guitar

*Preferrably doubled.

Joaquin On Sunshine by Jim Casella is a creatively-titled piece for a large ensemble of 15-17 players (the extra players are preferable if the marimba parts can be doubled). It has a festive, soulful Afro-Cuban flavor and is thickly scored with a full complement of Latin rhythm section instruments — piano, bass, drumset, timbales, congas, bongos, and shekere. Typical “strong” beats are rarely where melodic or rhythmic emphasis aligns. This emphasis on syncopation and inner-beat rhythms make it an excellent piece to practice groove and ensemble awareness. Joaquin On Sunshine would make a great closer for larger percussion ensemble concerts.

In addition to the printed score you are receiving downloadable:

✅ Individual Parts
✅ Full Recording