Moon, by Adam Tan (for 4.3 octave marimba)

[@fikey8445]

I got my copy of moon this week and started to learn it and just wanted to say: wow! This piece is even more incredible when you have the sheet music and just analyzing the chords and melody and how they work together is amazing I LOVE this piece , so for anyone who's on the fence: PLEASE learn it because it is amazing , wonderful composition Adam !!

[@monkeybull445]

This has got some major Ghibli/Joe Hisaishi vibes to it. Love it!

[@AdamTanPercussion]

Woooooow I wouldn't think of myself as anywhere near that man, he is too good.... but thank you!!

[@poggerschampion2765]

Dude im thinking the same things lol

[@tanner1548]

Yeah I was thinking it sounded Princess Mononoke-esque

[@andrespinzon8030]

For real though!! My friend played it not too long ago and I thought it was from Howl's Moving Castle or something

[@marimba_man1]

Yeah more solos that I can play on a school marimba. Thanks man, keep writing 4.3 or 4.6 octave solos please. Great piece by the way.

[@AdamTanPercussion]

Thank you man! I will keep trying to innovate for the small size :)

[@NeezMyDew]

What's the lowest note on a 4.6 octave marimba?

[@marimba_man1]

MasterManguku it goes down to an “F”

[@NeezMyDew]

Oh, i thought that was 4.5

[@marimba_man1]

MasterManguku I don’t know. Maybe it is.

[@VampireFreakDotCom]

I’m might be just me but it sounds like something they would play at a sentimental episode of Naruto 🤔

[@AdamTanPercussion]

Hahahaha yes!

[@Z6D4C4]

That's exactly what I was thinking.

[@dejae70]

Bro me too, im in love with this bc it reminds me of naruto lol

[@d_cozzens]

2:43 sounds like you got your inspiration from a section of Casey Cangelosi's Etude in E minor, or his second Etude in A minor...?

[@maccody3139]

I love this piece when I get good enough I look forward to playing this and path

[@AdamTanPercussion]

You will get more than good enough in no time! Thank you :)

[@maccody3139]

Thanks Adam you're one of my biggest inspirations!

[@jnguyenerfilms]

asdhfjskalhfjasl this piece has so much imagery, I love it!! I'm gonna finish out my senior year with this gem. Also, thank you for your videos! Everytime I watch you play I feel more motivated to practice lol

[@AdamTanPercussion]

Jazlyn Nguyen I’d be honoured to be part of your senior year Jazlyn, thank you so much!!! And thank you for watching, keep it up 😬😬😬

[@KaboomPercussion]

Sounds great! Nice work as always :D

[@cannolivibraphone]

This is one of those solos that sounds really good and is do-able with enough work. I loved the satisfaction I got when I finally finished wind and listened to this

[@thejohnthree60]

Would love to say I instantly fell in love with this piece. It's amazing with so much emotion within your dynamics and your writing. Already started learning after moving on from Adam Hoppers Ghost Garden. And I see that ending

[@ezaiahcisneros5011]

Dude same 😂

[@927drummerboy]

The maturity of your writing evolves with each passing composition; great piece Adam and extremely well suited for the marimba as it plays off the overtones of the instrument quite well. Bravo Adam! When all is said and done it will be your pieces that will leave a lasting legacy to all who will come after your passing. JW

[@funkymeeba]

This is going to make my Majestic 4.3 quite happy (it has already made me quite happy, you see). This has instantly moved its way onto the top of my to-learn queue. Awesome work, Adam!

[@AdamTanPercussion]

Ahahaha I am glad you love your marimba! What an honour to be at the top of your queue, thank you so much!!

[@Henry-uu1rs]

OMGOMGOMGOMG I love it soooooooo much. I’ve been waiting for a 4.3 octave solo from you as I love your style. I can’t wait to learn it eventually. P.S. love your videos

[@AdamTanPercussion]

Thank you so much man! Can't wait to hear you play it :)

[@sofiahazell9733]

This is definitely my all time favorite marimba solos. Hopefully I can learn it one day!

[@ericboutwell3071]

It's simple harmony pairs well with the lyrical passages presented through most of the piece. Especially like the thirds, gives off a folk song vibe

[@AdamTanPercussion]

Thank you Eric! Yes I was going for that folk song feel even though it's not a folk song ahaha

[@marcosaguilar5622]

Sounds a stroll in moonlit rain. It is really nice.

[@AdamTanPercussion]

Thank you Marcos, that's a really nice way to describe it :)

[@kylen5719]

Wow such a see story line and meaning which makes the piece so much more beautiful! Thank you for the awesome song!

[@AdamTanPercussion]

Thank you for listening man!

[@graceburton3016]

Hey Adam! This is my state solo for my contest in 4 months!!! I can’t wait to start learning it I’ve heard it so many times and it is truly beautiful!!! Well done this is amazing I cannot wait!!!!!!!

[@thepanda-_-7024]

Great work, I showed this in my music class and everyone was impressed.

[@satomizukutomekitoari6144]

This is so beautiful! Thinking about using this solo for my drum corp auditions next year... 😍😍😍

[@crimsonp0tat057]

I can barely play four mallets but I’m gonna play this no matter how long it takes! It’s such a good piece!!! 😄

[@Dead9982]

did you learn it??

[@maddox4897]

So I’m actually preforming this for my freshman year of high school and I’m very glad this is my first piece

[@lucswalters6717]

this is the most beautiful marimba solo I have ever heard.

[@ThereseNgHoiYan]

Beautiful ☺️ You changed your pants at the end :o

[@AdamTanPercussion]

Ahahahahaha I sure did... thank you :)

[@fashnek]

So did I

[@leahsmith539]

@@AdamTanPercussion Is that a part of the solo? Do we also need to do the same? I don't think my percussion professor will be too happy about that- though the audience may find it amusing.

[@CookingWithVu]

I love the bright blue wrapped mallets! Fantastic! Magnificiant! I love this piece. Continue to work your magic and make stunning pieces!

[@AdamTanPercussion]

I love my bright colours! Thank you so much man :)

[@angelaj199]

this made me think of studio ghibli movies! really great piece!! after having read the description, i think "moon" really fits its backstory and i could see it being used in a chinese or korean fantasy drama

[@AdamTanPercussion]

ajshe Yesss I always imagined it as a chinese period drama hahaha, thank you man!

[@ClassyXxGamer]

YES YES YES!!!! I’m buying this right now! Great piece Adam. Keep up the good work!!

[@AdamTanPercussion]

THANK YOU! Please enjoy playing it!!!

[@ClassyXxGamer]

Adam Tan I definitely will!!

[@odin315]

Ahh yes, thanks Adam! I've been looking for 4.3 solos for school, this one is perfect! Bought right now

[@AdamTanPercussion]

Thank you so much for purchasing!! I hope you enjoy playing it :)

[@manuelacarvalho5719]

I was looking for a solo and ensemble piece and Moon far outshines the rest. I actually feel something when I listen to Moon and it is literally the best marimba solo ever!

[@cardaddy4219]

Woah, this is high key fire

[@AdamTanPercussion]

HIGH key fire! You are too kind ahaha

[@iBenTV]

Adam, you probably won't see this, but I just want to say thank you for rekindling my passion and interest in marimba. Ever since I completed ABRSM grade 8 back when I was 15, I haven't had the initiative to want to learn how to play with four sticks nevermind pursuing a diploma. Your videos and compositions are not only insightful and sound absolutely beautiful, but they inspired me to want to pursue marimba to a higher level :) keep it up

[@AdamTanPercussion]

Benjamin Man - iBenTV Thank you for inspiring me with your wonderful message! Keep pursuing music! You are definitely good at it!

[@carterpadrick6029]

Absolutely stunning. I found myself holding my breath for a good portion towards the end from the sheer beauty and awe I felt. Amazing. Both this and Path have just been amazing. You always know how to bring out the perfect tambre from the marimba and play it like none other. Thank you for sharing this.

[@AdamTanPercussion]

You are too kind Carter, thank you so much! I am glad to have made you feel something :)

[@theobaldsjacob]

damn can't believe this piece is four years old already! might actually try and learn it now that i have an excuse to for uni :)

[@grahamlazorchak1932]

Incredible! You really manage bring out the natural timbral characteristics of the instrument. Have you ever considered doing a video on your compositional process? I would love to learn more about how you write such moving chord progressions and melodies.

[@kaylacho9021]

I started learning mallets less than a year ago but my goal is to learn this I love this piece reminds me of my childhood

[@pawnstarsofficial9083]

This is a beautiful beautiful peace and will definitely be buying it. well done Adam 👍

[@AdamTanPercussion]

Thank you Lewis, I really appreciate it!

[@cbizzybandamus]

Play it at 2x speed very entertaining

[@AdamTanPercussion]

LOL it is pretty entertaining (I already speed up by myself though...)

[@hudsoncrowe3430]

Claude Dzah 2:45

[@dannypendergrass1164]

Sounds fantastic, Adam! I'm a big fan of yours and your channel. Love the style of writing and the way you play! Keep it up! Your work doesn't go unnoticed :)

[@AdamTanPercussion]

Danny you are too kind, thank you so much!

[@justinseiler9893]

Our school is borrowing a new 5 octave marimba and I immediately bought Path. I can't wait to get this one too 😍

[@AdamTanPercussion]

Thank you Justin!!! Enjoy Path as well :)

[@alskyfajardo7361]

Will by once I have moneh. This is now of my most favorite marimba pieces ever. I will now, for sure, buy this music and those mallets.

[@AdamTanPercussion]

Wowww even the mallets! Thank you man I appreciate it :)

[@gwenh31]

The moment I checked my phone and saw the notification, I got so excited. This is a really interesting piece!

[@AdamTanPercussion]

Thank you for listening Gwen!

[@grantpotts2080]

This is by far my favorite piece by Adam

[@caysengosney918]

Just purchased it this morning 😊 I’m so excited to learn this piece.

[@AdamTanPercussion]

Thank you so much for purchasing Caysen!! I really appreciate it 😁

[@justinmorgan8717]

Just got the hard copy of the solo and I'm so unbelievable happy

[@brandonamor2629]

Very anime sounding, but I love everything about it. Great job! I would love to hear you create more pieces like this. I love the way you write music!

[@rainmusic4401]

Simply a beautiful peace. Mad respect

[@AdamTanPercussion]

THANK YOU for listening to my new piece 'Moon'! If you like it please give me a thumbs up! Links below: GET THE PDF HERE: www.adamtanpercussion.com/download GET THE HARD COPY HERE: editionsvitzer.com/catalog/aa03qts720/c-23/p-1491 P.S. if you want to know why it's called 'Moon', the story is in the description 😅

[@YogaWithGail]

Got the PDF for a Texas UIL solo!

[@EAHMusic]

Really good solo! It portrays the folktale in the description beautifully. 👌👍 Keep it up Adam!

[@AdamTanPercussion]

Thank you so much man! I'm glad the story can be transpired through this :)

[@moonmaiden2088]

Man, I swear I'm gonna save some money to purchase your music, it's sooooooooooo beautiful, I'm so hyped :'(

[@brandonwaters642]

Love the piece man! And I'm really liking the new aesthetic. I gotta get my hands on this piece ASAP! Keep on rocking my dude

[@AdamTanPercussion]

Thank you Brandon I appreciate it! You are awesome

[@Jordan-jy7fu]

Starting my second semester in university. Decided that I'm going play Moon for the student recital I have to do. I really like your videos and the pieces you create. Hopefully the recital goes well.

[@ollie3741]

If I wasn’t broke. I would most definitely buy this!!! Great job!

[@AdamTanPercussion]

Thank you man I appreciate it!!

[@klexdan]

This piece really reminds me of the song “if i were a bird” from the Code Geass soundtrack. Nice job!

[@joshfisher2316]

The sun made 2 accounts and disliked this vid

[@leahsmith539]

To spite you he made 11 more XD

[@tylergash3175]

Leah Smith he did it once more because of your comment lol

[@christopherhardesty-crouch1119]

Make that 21 accounts

[@irein4118]

22 now

[@DiscreetLuka]

@@christopherhardesty-crouch1119 Make that [REDACTED] accounts

[@simeonpopov3874]

Damn that's some quality music.. it's obvious that u have a massive knowlage of harmony, structure of the musical piece and yeah..very nice, man💕

[@AdamTanPercussion]

Thanks so much Simeon! That means a lot to me 😀

[@stefangriffin3113]

🔥. First Marimba thing I’m learning after my recital.

[@tanner1548]

OK! Finally finished learning that Undertale Variations monster (which I'll still be polishing for a while, I think), and now it's time to get Moon, Lotus, Hope, and Path all at once :) :D

[@gs9002]

This is helping me with my anxiety so much! Thank you :)

[@sinice422]

I bought this and ITS SO COOL! Cant aait to leaen it all!

[@cujoh6528]

honestly in LOVE with this 😍😍

[@AdamTanPercussion]

THANK YOU!

[@kennedyfountain2553]

This is such an amazing piece. I am so excited to get it.

[@AdamTanPercussion]

Thank you man, I hope you enjoy playing it!!

[@EthanfromEngland-]

This could be in an anime. Great work and congrats on the channels progress!!

[@JuliaWeaverFitness]

I love all of your music, and I adore your playing style so much!

[@AdamTanPercussion]

Thank you Julia!!!

[@ollie2901]

Ok that’s it imma play this next year for solo ensemble

[@haydenschroeder4703]

I just purchased this solo! I can't wait to lean this and play it!! Super excited!

[@AdamTanPercussion]

Thank you man, I really appreciate it! Make sure you upload something when you play it :)

[@haydenschroeder4703]

Adam Tan I've almost got it all learned! It's Soo much fun learning this solo!

[@johnsus8524]

I've been waiting for a 4.3 solo since Path and I love it! Definitely picking this one up!

[@AdamTanPercussion]

Thank you John!! I'm glad to have fulfilled your 4.3 needs :)

[@dickhavingguy]

yes i bought this piece, it's so beautiful

[@ivanramos6511]

I’m not kidding, I literally cried

[@marcomendoza7963]

I can't wait to start practicing it!!!

[@AdamTanPercussion]

Thank you Marco, I appreciate it :)

[@Flar3on12Gaming]

Will be purchasing this for sure! It sounds so good. You should do videos more on composing because as an aspiring composer I’d love to see how you put together such amazing music.

[@AdamTanPercussion]

Thank you so much William! I did think about making a video about that, not sure how I'd phrase it yet though...

[@krishshahidadpury7437]

🔥👏🏽Yeah Adam this solo is awesome!!!!!👏🏽🔥 that octive run part was my favorite

[@AdamTanPercussion]

Thank you Krish! I am glad you like that octave run ;)

[@nathanbaker5081]

This peice released on the day I had honor band. BTW I was mallet 1

[@AdamTanPercussion]

PERFECT TIMING ahahaha

[@rileygiesepiano]

Might have to purchase this one, it’s so beautiful!

[@JJJBoys]

i got a 4.3 for Christmas verry nice music

[@AdamTanPercussion]

That's awesome man! Hope you get to play it lots :)

[@KitedEm]

should i cop

[@AdamTanPercussion]

YES

[@KitedEm]

Adam Tan will do!

[@waylenbeare1020]

You should try to get this on the Texas UIL prescribed music list. I would've loved to play it for my solo

[@AdamTanPercussion]

waylen BEARE Thank you man! It is actually on the UIL for 2018-2019 :)

[@Scriabin_fan]

I really really love the melody

[@AdamTanPercussion]

Elijah Thank you man! I’m glad 🤗

[@djmoosie7237]

Help this is so beautiful

[@MLG103]

Dang if only you came out with this a few months ago I totally would of played it for my college auditions. But amazing work Adam

[@AdamTanPercussion]

Ahhhh I just missed you! Thank you for listening anyway :)

[@bradsteel2635]

THOSE OCTAVES!! 🔥🔥

[@AdamTanPercussion]

I LOVE OCTAVES

[@afonsomata6018]

I am thinking in buy. I'm one of the bests young percussionists in Portugal, I really like the piece. (sorry for the English)

[@noahgormanmusic1843]

Great solo Adam! Love that you fit it on 4.3 (I also write most of my commissions for 4.3) and it still sounds amazing. I really felt the story you told coming through the piece and I can't wait for that duo you mentioned on your vlog channel too!

[@AdamTanPercussion]

Thank you man, we have to appreciate the 4.3 more! And the duo is coming soon, the guys who are premiering it have their performance next week :)

[@DoubleKillFilms]

straight out a ghibli film!! love it

[@mintsurvivor7722]

Adam!!! Again you've more than managed to impress me like normal XD I'm currently a student at a highschool and while we do marching band related percussion in the fall, our director has all of his students do what he calls the "Solo Program" Where we must play 1 Snare solo, 1 Timpani solo, and 1 Keyboard solo. We get to choose the solos we play as long as they believe we are capable of playing them. I've always been interested in music but now I have gained more than a massive interest. I typically enjoy Vibraphone much more but as i'm working on writing my own piece (Shattered Sunrise), I've started using Steven's grip because i wanted to play both vibraphone and marimba. I wanted to get ahead for next year and try to find pieces now so while we are in our marching season i am not just doing marching material. And i think I have just found the perfect marimba solo to play. ^.^ Thanks for being more than an inspiration and for all of the awesome and helpful tips.

[@artneko2032]

My music classes are holding a chamber concert where we have to split into groups with the minimum being 2 people and maximum being 6 people. I was thinking of doing this piece as a duet between me and my other friend :) but idk how we will split it but I have bought the music sheet already and have thought of different possible ways to split it!

[@conorfish8105]

I have been so hyped for this!!! Can’t wait to start learning it!

[@AdamTanPercussion]

Thank you so much man, hope it was worth the wait!

[@adrianistired8461]

All my upperclassmen recommened this song for my sophomore solo i think im going to do it. It sounds like so much funn!!

[@junethanoschurchill6750]

YAAASSSS!!!! Just bought it!!! It sounds amazing!!!!

[@AdamTanPercussion]

Thank you so much for your support! I'm glad you like it :)

[@zorafuu_]

Awesome work! Have you ever played on heavy “marching” mallets??

[@meepw0rld]

this is so pretty

[@frostyy_030]

Might play this for solo and ensemble ❤️

[@nicholas-percussionandmore7503]

This is on the pml uil list! Ik what I’m doing for solo and ensemble next year!

[@likeandsubscribesquad8267]

great musician! Love this song, well done Adam 😁👍

[@AdamTanPercussion]

Thank you so much!!

[@MarcoRoberoTrupiano]

Just downloaded the pdf, great piece. Really loving studing it❤

[@swfan1004]

DEFINITELY gonna try and learn this.

[@ericqi5130]

Welp, showed this to my Chinese parents, safe to say I now have to learn the piece to play it for them XD. Thanks for such a great piece Adam.

[@AdamTanPercussion]

Eric Qi Hahah mine said the same thing!!

[@nickdelancey1929]

Right into the bucket list ;) great job!

[@AdamTanPercussion]

Thank you Nick!!

[@brianrandall3795]

This belongs at the end of a very dramatic and sad anime.

[@nini-ya]

Love, love this! Hey Adam, I’m just asking but would you recommend this as a good piece for a performance competition? I would love to compete in one that’s coming up for my high school, but I haven’t found any pieces that catch my eye like how Moon has :) of course I would still love to learn this for fun but feedback would be nice!

[@AdamTanPercussion]

Lan Nhi Phan I think it would be a good way to showcase your touch and soft playing! Definitely give it a shot 🤗 and thank you!!!

[@lctstudios0101]

Absolutely lovely.

[@AdamTanPercussion]

Thank you!!!