The xylophone part from Camille Saint-Saens' orchestral work Danse Macabre is one of the most famous excerpts for the instrument. The violin and clarinet parts, among others, also feature memorable

Composed for young or intermediate ensembles, this piece can stand alone as a percussion octet, or it has the option of being played with a full wind ensemble.  While certain parts are more challenging

Trout Scherzo is an arrangement by Stephen Primatic of the third movement from Schubert's well-known piano quintet. Lively and joyful, the piece demands great dynamic control from all members of the