Samurai of Himeji (Percussion Quartet) - Michael Varner

Himeji castle in Japan is an imposingly beautiful fortress sitting high on a hill overlooking the village. Now a national monument, it guarded the city silently for centuries. This composition is a “musical portrayal” of the castle and three Samurai who’s spirits might still be faithfully guarding the walls and the gate.
INSTRUMENTATION
Player 1: Bongos, Conga, Three Resonant Glass Bottles, Resonant Metal
Player 2: Bongos, Conga
Player 3: Two Impact Drums (optional substitute: high and medium marching bass drums), Crotale (pitched in “D4”), Large Suspended Cymbal
Player 4: Graduated Concert Toms (4)
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