Innovative Percussion EAATHR Three Seconds to D
Although designated as being written for solo marimba and three mallet players, the solo marimba part does not stand alone and is an integral part of the quartet, which includes two vibraphones and a second (5-octave) marimba. It is best considered as a mallet quartet featuring the first marimba part. Although the noted duration of the piece is 4-6 minutes, there is considerable improvisation, so not only is the length variable, so is the difficulty level. A skilled improviser may demonstrate level-six difficulty in the solo passages, but an intermediate level seems to be best reflective of the overall work.