Atenteben
General Info
Year: 1982
Duration: c. 10:00
Difficulty: (see Ratings for explanation)
Publisher: Xylomusic
Cost: Score and Parts - $0.00 | Score Only - $0.00
Movements
Instrumentation
Player 1: Marimba
Player 2: Marimba
Player 3: Marimba
Player 4: Shekere
Player 5: Agogo Bells
Player 6: High African Drum
Player 7: Low African Drum
Errata
Program Notes
Atenteben by Bob Becker is a piece for marimbas and drums inspired by the Ghanaian flute called the atenteben. The melodies are reminiscent of Ghanaian flute ensembles while the rhythmic patterns are loosely based on traditional Ewe dance music. This fun, happy piece will bring a smile to the players and the audience, while giving them exposure to African music.
Awards
Commercial Discography
Recent Performances
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Works for Percussion by this Composer
Solo Works
Cottontail Capers - Xylophone
Ensemble Works
Atenteben – 7 Players
Away Without Leave – 5 Players
Cymbal – 5 Players
Mudra – 5 Players
Noodrem – 5 Players
Prisoners of the Image Factory – 3 Plaeyrs
There is a Time – 3 Players
Turning Point – 4 Players
Unseen Child – 5 Players
With Voice Works
Cryin' Time – Percussion Duo; with Piano; with Voice
Lahara – Percussion Solo; with Percussion Ensemble
Never In Word – Percussion Trio; with Piano; with Voice
Palta – Percussion Septet; with Tabla
The Firefly Hunt – Marimba Solo; with Voice
Additional Resources