In the Machine

In the Machine represents a musical journey inside a machine. Each time the piece is performed, this journey is different according to the performer's choices. Set in 3/4 time, the work begins using only percussion and vocal techniques. Instruments are added and material changed throughout to create several musical layers and textures. Midway through the piece, the machine shifts into high gear. The machine runs smoothly until a musical “ratchet” is thrown in and the machine falls apart.

In the Machine

In the Machine represents a musical journey inside a machine. Each time the piece is performed, this journey is different according to the performer's choices. Set in 3/4 time, the work begins using only percussion and vocal techniques. Instruments are added and material changed throughout to create several musical layers and textures. Midway through the piece, the machine shifts into high gear. The machine runs smoothly until a musical “ratchet” is thrown in and the machine falls apart.

Time Machine

Variations and Gigue Machine

Short Ride In a Fast Machine

This is one of the most frequently requested and performed encores in American concert-halls.

Blues Machine : Sound Foundations QMB 533

Symphonic Band (score & parts). Halliday, P

Two Fanfares for Orchestra

HPS 1150 Contents: Tromba Lontana · Short Ride in a Fast Machine.

Phantasmata

Contents: The Evestrum of Juan de la Cruz in the Sagrada Familia, 3 A.M. · The Infernal Machine · Bump.

Short Ride in a Fast Machine : from Two Fanfares for Orchestra

Composed in 1986, this fast-paced and dynamic work took the symphonic world by storm. Available here in a playable setting for school ensembles; Richard Saucedo has transposed the key down a third from the original and skilfully adapted some of the more complicated rhythmic patterns without sacrificing any of the excitement and drive. A wonderful introduction to “minimalist” music from one of America's most treasured contemporary composers.

Short Ride In A Fast Machine : Quarter Military Band QMB 568

Set of parts available: 48006935

Short Ride in a Fast Machine : from: Two Fanfares for Orchestra

Composed in 1986, this fast-paced and dynamic work took the symphonic world by storm. Available here in a playable setting for school ensembles; Richard Saucedo has transposed the key down a third from the original and skilfully adapted some of the more complicated rhythmic patterns without sacrificing any of the excitement and drive. A wonderful introduction to “minimalist” music from one of America's most treasured contemporary composers.