10 Windows

Clif Walker

General Info

Year of Published: 20
Publisher: Musicon Publications
Difficulty: (see Ratings for explanation)
Duration: c.
Cost: Score and Parts - $48.00   |   Score Only - $0.00

Program Notes

10 windows by Clif Walker is a large scale work for mixed percussion ensemble. Divided into 10 sections, or “windows”, this piece is composed with much emphasis on the importance of sequence and order, which makes it an interesting piece to learn and explore. This piece explores two main thematic motifs. The first motif is major and is based on the Gb Lydian mode while the second motif is minor and composed from the F# natural minor scale. The interesting thing about these motifs is that that they are based around the enharmonically equal note but work with very different harmonic structures, giving them each a unique sound and tone. Each window in this piece is its own exploration and together creates a wonderful and interesting work that is great for a collegiate level ensemble.

Works for Percussion by this Composer

5 - 9 Players Works

Gotham (1940) - Percussion Nonet
Shine - Percussion Octet

10 - 14 Players Works

10 Windows - 10 Players
all hearts and minds be clear - Percussion Ensemble
Dad Dances - Percussion Ensemble (12)
Disguised - Percussion Ensemble 8-13 players
Fade (Free) - Drumset, Percussion Ensemble (11)
Like a Giant Refreshed - Percussion Ensemble (12)

15 - 19 Players Works

Curious Surroundings - Percussion Ensemble (16)
Gravity (Falling) - Percussion Ensemble (15)

20 Players or Above Players Works

Beacons - 22 Players
Stones. On Shores. Waiting - 20 Players
The Rule of Three - Percussion Ensemble (20), Bass, Piano
Treehouses - 20 Players