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Tapspace Frightmare by Ludwig Van Beethoven arr. Brian Slawson

Frightmare by Brian Slawson is based on two works by Beethoven: Full Moon and Shadow Dance. These two adaptations comprise the two movements of the piece, allowing 12 (or more!) beginners work together to realize the dark, haunting textures and atmosphere.

Difficulty: Easy

Duration: 4:00

Instrumentation:

  • Glockenspiel
  • Chimes
  • Xylophone
  • Vibraphone
  • 2 4.3-Octave Marimbas
  • 4 Timpani
  • Concert Bass Drum
  • Suspended Cymbal
  • Tam-Tam
  • Accessories - temple blocks (2), triangle, thunder sheet or 2nd tam-tam, goat?s hooves, flexatone, vibraslap, brake drum