She has been a primary figure in the development of the marimba, both in terms of musical usage and of the design of the instrument itself. Works for solo marimba contains 4 of keiko abes most famous solo marimba compositions. Vancore 4 rd octave this is my interpretation of prism, i hope you enjoy. Long considered one of the finest marimbaists in the world, keiko abe is also a composer of. Wind across mountains wind sketch prism tambourin paraphrase. Professional automated trading theory and practice pdf. She has been a primary figure in the development of the marimba, in terms of expanding both.
During abes american tours in previous years, she was accompanied by a language interpreter who made all the hotel reservations and obtained the necessary passport visa. The goal of this dissertation is to provide a comprehensive method for the performance and preparation of two major keiko abes compositions, marimba damore composed by abe in 1998 and prism rhapsody for marimba and orchestra composed in 1996. Please feel free to leave your thoughtsconstructive. We are truly fortunate to be able to hear and experience the artistry of keiko abe playing marimba. Professional proprietary trading and market data software. In 2005 and 2006 i traveled to japan to study marimba with keiko abe. Ym5000 fitted with the extension unit was used to prove the instruments potential during a 1981 american tour. Marimba damore composed by abe in 1998 and prism rhapsody for marimba and orchestra composed in 1996. Wind across mountains wind sketch prism tambourin paraphrase number of players. She has been a primary figure in the development of the marimba, in terms of expanding both technique and repertoire. This work features playful lines that bounce across the instrument. Season to get hard copy letters, prion pdf so email is the fastest and most reliable way to reach me. She studied with keiko abe and kyoichi sano and completed her.
Keiko abe is known for an international marimba player and a great composer in modern marimba world. Works for solo marimba includes four of keiko abes most popular marimba solos. Great musicians have been linked with their instruments throughout the history of music. Shop for vinyl, cds and more from keiko abe at the discogs marketplace. Abe dream of the cherry blossoms 4 zimmerman abe wind in the bamboo grove 4 shott abe tambourin paraphrase 4 xebec music pub. Keiko abe is a japanese composer and marimba player.
She has been a primary figure in the development of the marimba, in terms of expanding both technique and repertoire, and through her collaboration with. Prism rhapsody by keiko abe is a tourdeforce marimba concerto that features some very flashy marimba playing. Prism rhapsody ii for two marimbas and wind ensemble, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0. The work is constructed as a series of episodes based on elements from prism, whether they be directly copied from the earlier work, developed from simple rhythmic motives, or. But this time, despite abes limited fluency in english, she would travel without an interpreter, and. Keiko abe marimba xilofone percussao recital solista. Prism rhapsody 2nd edition for solo marimba and orchestra, 0, 0. The goal of this dissertation is to provide a comprehensive method for the performance and preparation of two major keiko abe s compositions, marimba damore composed by abe in 1998 and prism rhapsody for marimba and orchestra composed in 1996. Prism rhapsody is keiko abes first marimba concerto, which like many of her longer works, is based on a shorter, earlier piece in this case prism. Prism rhapsody ii piano reduction for two marimbas and orchestra or wind ensemble marimba concerto marimba concerto the wave impressions piano reduction for solo marimba and orchestra the breath of the tree iii for flute and 2 marimbas. Keiko abe bio, albums, pictures naxos classical music. Keiko abe prism rhapsody evelyn glennie percussion links.
Keiko abe biography, albums, streaming links allmusic. Works for marimba by keiko abe softcover sheet music for. Audiences hearing her performance for the first time are often astonished by the modern marimbas wealth of tonal nuances and by the tremendous scope of abes creativity and musicianship. Prism variations for marimba ensemble and 3 percussionists. Prism rhapsody solo abe, keiko free download as pdf file. Keiko abe prism rhapsody for marimba justin doute, soloist. Keiko abe sheet music and music books at sheet music plus. A performance guide and theorical study of keiko abes marimba d.
Keiko abe entered my life at the 1981 percussive arts society international convention held in indianapolis, indiana, where i first met her, heard her rehearse, and saw her perform. Prism rhapsody ii for two marimbas and 6 percussionists 2004 saitama. Works for solo marimba by keiko abe marimba solo xebec. Prism, composed and played by keiko abe, marimba youtube. Keiko abe b 1937 keiko abe is a marimba virtuoso who has travelled all over the world popularising the marimba and devoting herself to expanding the instruments repertoire. Marimbaist, keiko abe, mentioned in her master class 1993 that she plays prism as a warm up every day. Keiko abe, born in tokyo in 1937, is a japanese composer and virtuoso marimba player. Welcome to kalima 2017, the 80 years celebration of keiko abe. With sixmallet sections, several cadenzas, and an aggressively fast ending that never lets the energy down, this piece is an excellent choice for concerto competitions.
Through her collaboration with the yamaha musical instrument company she helped developing the modern fiveoctave concert marimba, too. Mayumi hama began her marimba studies when she was five years old. Shepherd school symphony orchestra larry rachleff, music director program. A virtuosic life is an inspirational biography that reveals abes monumentally important contribution to the marimba. Steeped in the large landscape of music history, rebecca kite expertly captures the many tightly woven threads of abes spellbinding life story.
Monovalence ia for improvised by solo marimba and tape 2005 hamamatsu. Audiences hearing her perform for the first time are often astonished by the modern marimbas wealth of tonal nuances and by the tremendous scope. Keiko abe signature models matching list mallets percussion. A performance guide and theorical study of keiko abes. In search of the perfect marimba keiko abe and yamaha. Nancy zeltsmans recommended solo marimba literature as.
In search of the perfect marimba keiko abe and yamaha ym4500 with the 1octave low range extension, as seen from the performers perspective. Keiko abe percussive arts society project solo marimba. She attains the worldwide reputation as one of the greatest musicians in. Keiko abe ancient vase dream of the cherry blossoms kazak lullaby marimba damore piacer damor tambourine paraphrase variations on japanese childrens songs wind in the bamboo grove robert aldridge from my little island 2 movement minimum richard bennett after syrinx ii kevin bobo marriage of the lamb seven days 3 movement minimum. She has performed in more than 60 countries with prominent orchestras, percussion groups and jazz artists beyond genres. Abe, keiko ancient vase from 1st collection abe, keiko memories of the seashore from 1st collection abe, keiko prism from 2nd collection andriessen, louis mouse running imm, vol. Marimba damore and prism rhapsody for marimba and orchestra. Piacer damor for solo marimba composed by keiko abe. The objective of the program is to provide theoretical knowledge and practical understanding of. Youll find a wide selection of keiko abe sheet music, songbooks, and music books at sheet music plus. What links here related changes upload file special pages permanent link page. A percussionista japonesa keiko abe desempenhou um papel fundamental no desenvolvimento da marimba tal como a. She was rewarded in japan for these efforts with the prize for excellence at the annual arts festival sponsored by the agency for cultural affairs in 1968, 1971, 1974 and 1976.
Abe has written more than sixty compositions for marimba, including concertos, duets and solo pieces. If a specific format isnt required, send as a pdf or rtf document. Keiko abes contributions to the contemporary marimba repertoire have. Nancy zeltsmans recommended solo marimba literature as of 111 beginner carulli, ferdinando andante transcr.