Degree Name
Master of Music
Graduate Program
Music
Advisor
Butler, Christopher
Abstract
The purpose of this research paper is to provide background information about the composers and their respective pieces and shed light on the ways that these pieces stand out amongst other percussion repertoire. The diversity of the pieces chosen reflects a recital program comprised of a full percussion curriculum including works for marimba, snare drum, timpani, and even tambourine. Two of the pieces also feature electronic backing tracks. The pieces performed on this program are Triptych Boom by Chad Floyd, Starlight Meadow by Robert Clayson, Easy Money by Christopher Butler, Preludio No. 1 by Ney Rosauro, Conversation for Two Tambourines by Bobby Lopez, Vespertine Formations by Christopher Deane, and Watercolor Sun by Ivan Trevino.
These works were performed on the graduate recital of Michalah Troutt on May 2nd, 2025.