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- Eagle, Michael: Etude No. 1 for Axiom Percussion 

- marimba, vibraphone, and djembe

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Originally A duet for the Intermediate marimbist and selected woodwind instrument or vibraphone, this short chamber work focuses on exploring different musical styles that are structured in ABCBA form.  The segments, thus piece, are purposefully somewhat brief to make the style contrasts more tangible for the entry-level player.  The instrumentation is left open for greater chamber opportunities for the marimbist.  The styles utilized are adagio, allegro dance in 5/4, and a dance in 9/8.  The woodwind player will be challenged by the key signature (C# minor and E Major) and contemporary melodic figures.  Certain musical elements lend this piece to precede another Eagle work: To Perseverance, which is also published through Bachovich Music Publications.  This delightful new chamber work is now arranged for Axiom Percussion featuring marimba, vibraphone, and djembe.