The Alabaster Vase for Percussion Duo (Il vaso di alabastro), Stefano Ottomano

Performed by: Luca Martino and Giulio Pasquale
1st Place Winner
PAS ITALY Composition Contest (2015)
A unique multi-percussion duet centered on two snare drums that are mounted snare side "up" - various sonic effects are created by playing on the snare strands themselves as well as on the batter head (upside down). To this amalgam is added two bass drums (pedal), two bass drums (concert) and bongos.
The rhythms are often intricate and interlocking between the two players. This is a challenging duet suitable for accomplished percussionists.
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