Sound Off! by Chris Roode is a percussion ensemble written with a militaristic sound and theme. This three-movement (Attentions!, Sound Off!, Salute!) piece is divided into distinct musical qualities and styles, and performers are asked to shout certain vocal elements in a militaristic style, contributing to the overall theme!
This piece is written for 7 or more players, meaning it can be adjusted as needed to the size of the ensemble.
Difficulty: Easy
Duration: 7:00
Instrumentation:
- Glockenspiel
- 3 standard mallet instruments
- Snare drum*
- Pair of crash cymbals*
- Concert bass drum*
Orff Mallet Instruments Instrumentation:
- Glockenspiel
- Soprano mallet instrument
- Alto mallet instrument
- Bass mallet instrument
- Snare drum*
- Pair of crash cymbals*
- Concert bass drum*
*If desired, one talented student may perform all three percussion parts on a standard drum kit using their hands on the snare drum and their feet on the kick drum and hi-hat.
