Colossus

by Eric Rodis

Medium/Advanced Concert Percussion

8 Players

Instrumentation:

• Glockenspiel
• Xylophone
• Chimes
• Vibraphone
• 2 marimbas—(1) low A*, (1) low F
• 5 timpani
• Drums(bass drum, low tom, field drum, snare drum, bongos)
• Cymbals(2 suspended cymbals, crash cymbals, sizzle cymbal, hi-hat, china cymbal, ride cymbal)
• Accessories(triangle, woodblock, temple blocks, brake drum)
• Tam tam

*This marimba part is optional.

Colossus features a timpani soloist with accompaniment from seven percussionists, most of whom play multipercussion setups. The piece features strong themes throughout, with all voices painting a very well-orchestrated picture. The timpanist is featured both in a melodic role as well as in a more primal, rhythmic role. Precise markings help spell out every nuance, and the form is well-paced. The concerto features a dramatic cadenza just before the main material recapitulates into an explosive conclusion. Eric Rodis won 3rd prize in the Percussive Arts Society composition contest in 2002 with Colossus which makes a great showpiece to feature the timpanist in an accessible way.

In addition to the printed score you are receiving downloadable:

✅ Individual Parts
✅ Full Recording