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Fast, focused, and out of this world 🌌🥁 Pulsar is a groovy, polyrhythmic snare drum solo inspired by the cosmic energy of neutron stars. Set against an atmospheric electronic soundscape, the piece blends modern rudimental writing with cinematic space vibes. #Tapspace

Soft sounds, gentle motion, and the quiet magic of night 🌙🥁 Inspired by the children's book "Goodnight Moon," Herndon's piece "Goodnight Noises Everywhere" invites young percussionists to explore tone, phrasing, & blend in a reflective ensemble setting. #Tapspace #percussion

"The Darkness Around Us" by Ben Kressbach challenges four performers to become a single musical organism. With shifting meters, interlocking rhythms, and a centrally shared bass drum, the piece creates a ritual-like sound world. #Tapspace #percussion #percussionensemble

Bring island vibes to your ensemble 🌴🥁🎶 "Steel Heart" by Mike Nevin blends vibrant mallet writing with the bright tones of steel pan and a driving rhythm section. Flexible scoring allows the piece to be played by ensembles of all sizes. #Tapspace #percussion

"Wildflowers" by Paul Millette for flute & 5-octave marimba captures the beauty and diversity of Texas wildflowers through a series of expressive vignettes. Each movement highlights character, phrasing, and chamber interplay. #Tapspace #percussion #marimba #flute #duet

Let’s fly 🦅 "Volemos" by Francisco Perez channels Afro-Cuban and Latin rhythms into propulsive grooves, soaring melodies, and nonstop momentum. This piece delivers an exhilarating ensemble experience that lifts performers and audiences alike. #Tapspace #percussion

Circus march on marimba! 🎪 "Rolling Thunder" arranged by Joe Hobbs is a lively chamber versionwhere coordination, stick traffic, and rhythmic clarity take center stage. Ideal for recitals, studio classes, and any concert needing a burst of circus-march energy. #Tapspace

"Inflection Point" by Christopher Whyte explores transformation through layered rhythms, subtle metric shifts, & evolving textures. With every performer grounded in drums, the music moves gradually—almost imperceptibly—toward a powerful sense of resolution. #Tapspace #percussion

Check out this wonderful rendition of "Taking Flight" by Kyle H. Peters. This version, performed by Gary Hammond, features an accompanying poem written by Hammond as well. Beautiful playing! youtube.com/watch?v=IETr_V… #Tapspace #percussion #marimba #marimbasolo #fourmallets

"City Lights" by Kevin Robles captures the nonstop pulse of urban life with driving rhythms, bold textures, and a compact setup that’s as exciting to watch as it is to hear. A high-energy multipercussion duet that thrives on shared space and tight coordination. #Tapspace

"Palio di Siena" by Clif Walker channels the intensity of Siena’s legendary horse race into a blistering percussion ensemble sprint. Relentless tempo, razor-sharp articulation, and nonstop drive make this a bold showcase for advanced ensembles. #Tapspace #percussion

"Here We Are" by Brian Mueller brings pop-inspired energy, driving grooves, and serious fun to the percussion ensemble stage. Originally written as a front ensemble lot tune, this piece shines just as bright in concert settings—complete with improv moments and nonstop momentum.

🪨📃✂️ "Rock Paper Scissors" is a percussion quartet by Russell Wharton inspired by the classic score-setting game. With wood, skin, and metal instruments representing the game's elements, each section showcases its own personality and rhythmic interplay. #Tapspace #percussion

If you’ve ever watched a student freeze during sight-reading—not because of rhythm, but because they’re staring at the bars—"Look Up!" was written for you. Now available from Tapspace. #Tapspace #percussion #sightreading #percussionteachers #musiceducation #percussioneducation

Booth Appearance: Eric Rath will be at the Tapspace Booth (#1371) talking about DAILY DRILL — his new full-band warm-up book designed to make every rehearsal count. Stop by and see how DAILY DRILL can bring focus and efficiency to your entire ensemble. #Tapspace #bandwarmup

Texas students & directors, we'll see you tomorrow at TMEA 👋🥁 Visit Booth 1371 to discover new music for band and percussion, browse fresh releases, and connect with our team. We look forward to seeing you there! #Tapspace #TMEA #percussion #musiceducation #sheetmusic

"At First Sight" gives mallet players 240 progressive melodies across all major and minor keys, making it perfect for daily sight-reading practice or classroom use. Structured, musical, and designed to build real confidence at the keyboard. Learn more at: tapspace.com/product/at-fir…

Looking for a statement piece that pushes sonic boundaries? "Captured by Industry" immerses performers and audiences in a cinematic soundscape shaped by metallic textures, bowed percussion, and driving intensity. A bold, dystopian work that feels straight out of a film score.

"Dakel Energy" by Francisco Perez captures the electrifying spirit of Dakel Percusión through driving rhythms, layered textures, and nonstop interplay between keyboards and drums. This quartet crackles with intensity from the first note to the last. #Tapspace #percussion

"Pathfinder" by Brian Blume is an easy percussion ensemble work for 11–13 players that captures the spirit of exploration and discovery. The piece unfolds in sections that reflect preparation, setting out into the unknown, and the joy of new experiences. #Tapspace #percussion