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	== General Info ==		== General Info ==
	Year ~~of Published~~: 2014 <br/>		Year: 2014 <br/>
	Publisher: [[Tapspace]] <br/>		Publisher: [[Tapspace]] <br/>
	Difficulty: Advanced <br/>		Difficulty: Advanced <br/>

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	Song bells are similar to a [[glockenspiel]]; however, they are pitched an octave lower than a normal [[glockenspiel]]. If they are not available, use the upper part of a [[vibraphone]] with soft rubber mallets. <br/>		Song bells are similar to a [[glockenspiel]]; however, they are pitched an octave lower than a normal [[glockenspiel]]. If they are not available, use the upper part of a [[vibraphone]] with soft rubber mallets. <br/>
	The bowed [[vibraphone]] parts are played on one [[vibraphone]]. Both parts are provided on the main [[vibraphone]] part, and the [[drum set]] player should play the lower line. The [[vibraphone]] should be set up next to the [[drum set]] to accommodate this sharing. <br/>		The bowed [[vibraphone]] parts are played on one [[vibraphone]]. Both parts are provided on the main [[vibraphone]] part, and the [[drum set]] player should play the lower line. The [[vibraphone]] should be set up next to the [[drum set]] to accommodate this sharing. <br/>

			== Review ==
			As arctic air moves in and the holidays approach, some may be looking to vacation in a warmer climate. While a destination getaway may not be in your holiday plans, you can definitely heat up your concert with this unique interpretation of traditional Christmas carols. Audiences will recognize the familiar melodies of “Good King Wenceslas,” “Silent Night,” and “God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen.” Yet, the implementation of various styles sets this arrangement apart from other similar selections.

			Scored for 10–11 players, this ensemble piece will keep a large advanced high school or college studio busy. At over eight minutes long, I find the piece is a little lengthy. However, the stylistic variance helps to keep the performers and audience members engaged. The traditional Afro- Cuban rhythms included are guaguanco, mozambique, and songo. As with many Latin-inspired works, there is an abundance of syncopation throughout this piece.

			In addition to the unique interpretation, Dior includes a novel instrument, which he calls the “slapaphone.” The instrument consists of five pitched PVC pipe tubes. Many will likely associate the instrument with the Blue Man Group. Dior indicates that alternate options are available, such as performing the part on a marimba. This is helpful for anyone who does not have the time, resources, or desire to construct the instrument. <ref>Darin Olson, Percussive Notes Volume 53, No. 1, March 2015 </ref>

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 An Afro-CUban version of God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen follows, employing a folkoric groove called Guaguanco. An  extended [[vibraphone]] solo segues to the melody as well as [[bongo]] and [[conga]] solos. Here the grooves alternates between the Cuban rhythms of Mozambique and Songo. <br/>
 The piece close with a "heavy metal" percussion section and a klezmer style return to the Good King Wenceslas melody.
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	Player 10: [[Chimes]] & [[Claves]] & [[Castanets]] & [[Shaker]] (Small) & [[Wind Chimes]] (Large Tube) <br/>		Player 10: [[Chimes]] & [[Claves]] & [[Castanets]] & [[Shaker]] (Small) & [[Wind Chimes]] (Large Tube) <br/>

	== ~~Description~~ ==		== Program Notes ==
	~~The holidays just got a little warmer with~~ Caliente Christmas~~. A~~ Latin-tinged percussion ensemble piece for 10–11 players~~, it includes~~ a medley of Good King Wenceslas in odd-metered variations, an ethereal and relaxed Silent Night, and an Afro-Cuban version of God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen. ~~Of particular note is~~ the ~~featuring of a unique percussion instrument arranger Rick Dior likes to call a “slapaphone,” which consists of 3” PVC pipes~~ in ~~five different pitches~~ and ~~played~~ with ~~rubber-lined wooden paddles~~ (~~think Blue Man Group~~). ~~Alternative options are outlined in~~ the ~~notes for those less interested~~ in ~~building~~ a ~~custom instrument~~. ~~There is plenty~~ of ~~room for improvisation throughout~~ the ~~arrangement~~. ~~With heavy use~~ of ~~Guaguancó,~~ Mozambique, and Songo ~~rhythms, it gives the drumset~~ and ~~percussion players~~ a ~~great way~~ to ~~highlight their command of these grooves~~. ~~Add some spice to your next holiday concert with Caliente Christmas!~~		Caliente Christmas is a Latin-tinged percussion ensemble piece for 10–11 players featuring a medley of Good King Wenceslas in odd-metered variations, an ethereal and relaxed Silent Night, and an Afro-Cuban version of God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen. This piece was commissioned by the Charlotte Symphony for their annual Christmas concert in 2005 and premiered by the UNCC percussion ensemble at that event. <br/>
			The piece opens with a simple 7/4 bas line performed by the slapaphone (or [[bass marimba]]) and is soon joined by several hand percussion instruments playing different counter rhythms. The mallet section enters with the Good King Wenceslas melody presented in two variations. <br/>
			After an exhuberant conclusion to this opening section, a rendition of Silent Night occurs. A combination of tubular wind chimes, song bells and bowed [[vibraphone]] creates an ethereal atmosphere here, followed by a relaxed groove treatment. <br/>
			An Afro-CUban version of God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen follows, employing a folkoric groove called Guaguanco. An extended [[vibraphone]] solo segues to the melody as well as [[bongo]] and [[conga]] solos. Here the grooves alternates between the Cuban rhythms of Mozambique and Songo. <br/>
			The piece close with a "heavy metal" percussion section and a klezmer style return to the Good King Wenceslas melody.

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[[Rick Dior]]
== General Info ==
Year of Published: 2014 
Publisher: [[Tapspace]] 
Difficulty: Advanced 
Duration: 00:08:10 
Cost: $48.00 

== Instrumentation ==
Player 1: [[Glockenspiel]] & [[Caxixi]] 
Player 2: [[Xylophone]] & [[Shekere]] 
Player 3: [[Vibraphone]] 
Player 4: [[Marimba]] 1 & [[Wind Chimes]] (Medium Tube) 
Player 5: [[Marimba]] 2 & [[Woodblock]] 
Player 6: [[Timpani]] & [[Claves]] & [[Shaker]] (Large) 
Player 7: [[Drumset]] & [[Woodblock]] 
Player 8: [[Gong]] & [[Temple Block]] & 2 [[Suspended Cymbal]] & [[Bongos]] & [[Bass Drum]] with Cymbal attachment 
Player 9: [[Triangle]] & [[Tambourine]] & [[Congas]] & [[Wind Chimes]] (High Tube) 
Player 10: [[Chimes]] & [[Claves]] & [[Castanets]] & [[Shaker]] (Small) & [[Wind Chimes]] (Large Tube) 

== Description ==
The holidays just got a little warmer with Caliente Christmas. A Latin-tinged percussion ensemble piece for 10–11 players, it includes a medley of Good King Wenceslas in odd-metered variations, an ethereal and relaxed Silent Night, and an Afro-Cuban version of God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen. Of particular note is the featuring of a unique percussion instrument arranger Rick Dior likes to call a “slapaphone,” which consists of 3” PVC pipes in five different pitches and played with rubber-lined wooden paddles (think Blue Man Group). Alternative options are outlined in the notes for those less interested in building a custom instrument. There is plenty of room for improvisation throughout the arrangement. With heavy use of Guaguancó, Mozambique, and Songo rhythms, it gives the drumset and percussion players a great way to highlight their command of these grooves. Add some spice to your next holiday concert with Caliente Christmas!

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[[Category: Percussion Ensemble Works]]
[[Category: Percussion 10 Works]]

Caliente Christmas - Revision history

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Publisher: Tapspace
Difficulty: Advanced
Duration: 00:08:10
Cost: $48.00
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