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	== Instrumentation ==		== Instrumentation ==
	[[Percussion Quartet]] solo bass trombone or tuba<br>		[[Percussion Quartet]] solo bass trombone or tuba<br>

			Player 1: Xylophone, tubular bells (chimes), suspended cymbal, snare drum, police whistle, and Chinese bell tree

			Player 2: Vibraphone, 2 suspended cymbals, 4 tom toms, bongos, and wood block

			Player 3: Marimba, tam-tam, lion roar, ratchet, slapstick, wind chimes, and suspended cymbal

			Player 4: Marimba (to low A), timpani (4), tambourine, 2 cowbells, and suspended cymbal

			Bass Trombone or Tuba
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	Player I: <br> Player II: <br> Player III: <br> Player IV: <br> Player V: <br> Player VI: <br> Player VII: <br> Player VIII: <br> -->		Player I: <br> Player II: <br> Player III: <br> Player IV: <br> Player V: <br> Player VI: <br> Player VII: <br> Player VIII: <br> -->

	== Program Notes ==		== Program Notes ==
	AMERICAN PHOENIX (2001) for solo bass trombone (or tuba) and 4 percussion was commissioned for the 30th Anniversary of the International Trombone Association following the important world events of September 11, 2001 It was premiered by Stefan Sanders and the University of North Texas Percussion Ensemble at the 2002 International Trombone Festival. It is in 3 movements: In Remembrance 9/11/01, Repercussions, and Renewal. Percussion: Perc. 1: Xylophone, tubular bells, suspended cymbal, snare drum, police whistle and Chinese bell tree; Perc. 2: Vibes, suspended cymbals, tom toms, bongos and wood block; Perc. 3: Marimba, tam-tam, lion roar, ratchet, slapstick, wind chimes and suspended cymbal; Perc. 4: Marimba (to low A), timpani (4), tambourine, cowbells and suspended cymbal. "Buss’ melodies vary. They are mystic, poignant, heroic, often modal, and at times reminiscent of folk songs. He writes for the percussion ensemble with mastery and features a wide range of instruments. The sound landscape is rich with many moods and timbres. American Phoenix is an attractive addition to a solo program or as a feature piece for a percussion recital. It is rewarding for both performer and audience.” - The ITA Journal, January 2005<ref>http://www.howardbuss.com/percussion-4.html</ref>		AMERICAN PHOENIX (2001) for solo bass trombone (or tuba) and 4 percussion was commissioned for the 30th Anniversary of the International Trombone Association following the important world events of September 11, 2001 It was premiered by Stefan Sanders and the University of North Texas Percussion Ensemble at the 2002 International Trombone Festival. It is in 3 movements: In Remembrance 9/11/01, Repercussions, and Renewal. Percussion: Perc. 1: Xylophone, tubular bells, suspended cymbal, snare drum, police whistle and Chinese bell tree; Perc. 2: Vibes, suspended cymbals, tom toms, bongos and wood block; Perc. 3: Marimba, tam-tam, lion roar, ratchet, slapstick, wind chimes and suspended cymbal; Perc. 4: Marimba (to low A), timpani (4), tambourine, cowbells and suspended cymbal. "Buss’ melodies vary. They are mystic, poignant, heroic, often modal, and at times reminiscent of folk songs. He writes for the percussion ensemble with mastery and features a wide range of instruments. The sound landscape is rich with many moods and timbres. American Phoenix is an attractive addition to a solo program or as a feature piece for a percussion recital. It is rewarding for both performer and audience.” - The ITA Journal, January 2005<ref>http://www.howardbuss.com/percussion-4.html</ref>

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'''Duration''': c. 10:00
'''Difficulty''': Grade V (see Ratings for explanation)
'''Publisher''': Brixton
'''Cost''': Score and Parts - $50.00 | Score Only - $0.00
==Movements== 1..."

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== General Info ==

'''Year''': 2001 
'''Duration''': c. 10:00 
'''Difficulty''': Grade V (see [[Ratings]] for explanation) 
'''Publisher''': [[Brixton]] 
'''Cost''': Score and Parts - $50.00   |   Score Only - $0.00 

==Movements==

1. In Remembrance 9/11/01 03:45

2. Repercussions 05:35

3. Renewal 04:50

== Instrumentation ==
[[Percussion Quartet]] solo bass trombone or tuba 

== Program Notes ==
AMERICAN PHOENIX (2001) for solo bass trombone (or tuba) and 4 percussion was commissioned for the 30th Anniversary of the International Trombone Association following the important world events of September 11, 2001 It was premiered by Stefan Sanders and the University of North Texas Percussion Ensemble at the 2002 International Trombone Festival. It is in 3 movements: In Remembrance 9/11/01, Repercussions, and Renewal. Percussion: Perc. 1: Xylophone, tubular bells, suspended cymbal, snare drum, police whistle and Chinese bell tree; Perc. 2: Vibes, suspended cymbals, tom toms, bongos and wood block; Perc. 3: Marimba, tam-tam, lion roar, ratchet, slapstick, wind chimes and suspended cymbal; Perc. 4: Marimba (to low A), timpani (4), tambourine, cowbells and suspended cymbal. "Buss’ melodies vary. They are mystic, poignant, heroic, often modal, and at times reminiscent of folk songs. He writes for the percussion ensemble with mastery and features a wide range of instruments. The sound landscape is rich with many moods and timbres. American Phoenix is an attractive addition to a solo program or as a feature piece for a percussion recital. It is rewarding for both performer and audience.” - The ITA Journal, January 2005<ref>http://www.howardbuss.com/percussion-4.html</ref>
== Commercial Discography==

==Recent Performances==
{{performances}}

== Works for Percussion by this Composer ==
{{Buss, Howard Works}} 
 



== Additional Resources ==
[http://www.howardbuss.com/percussion-4.html http://www.howardbuss.com/percussion-4.html]



 
 

== References ==
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https://www.cimarronmusic.com/americanphoenix

 
 

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[[Category:Mallets Works]]
[[Category:Marimba Works]]

American Phoenix - Revision history

HowardBuss: /* Instrumentation */ added specific instrumentation improved spacing

HowardBuss: Created page with "Howard Buss == General Info == '''Year''': 2001 '''Duration''': c. 10:00 '''Difficulty''': Grade V (see Ratings for explanation) '''Publisher''': Brixton '''Cost''': Score and Parts - $50.00 | Score Only - $0.00 ==Movements== 1..."

HowardBuss: Created page with "Howard Buss == General Info == '''Year''': 2001
'''Duration''': c. 10:00
'''Difficulty''': Grade V (see Ratings for explanation)
'''Publisher''': Brixton
'''Cost''': Score and Parts - $50.00 | Score Only - $0.00
==Movements== 1..."