Virginia Tate

Paul Smadbeck

General Info

Year: 1999
Publisher: Keyboard Percussion Publications
Difficulty: Advanced
Duration: c.
Cost: $15.00

Instrumentation

Marimba

Program Notes

Virginia Tate is a very popular work by famous composer Paul Smadbeck. This newer piece, with its gorgeous harmonies and tonal language, is truly a beautiful addition to solo marimba literature. While technically accessible to the intermediate player, advanced players can also enjoy the musical possibilities this piece offers. A 4.6 marimba is required. Can be heard on She-e Wu’s recently released

Works for Percussion by this Composer

Etude No.1 for Marimba
Etude No.2 for Marimba
Etude No.3 for Marimba
Fernando’s Waltz
Rhythm Song
Virginia Tate