The thirty-five exercises in this book are designed to help the percussionist develop a stronger understanding of odd meters and time signatures. They start with simple rhythms and meters,which gradually become more difficult by adding complex rhythms, accents, dynamics,ornaments, rolls and shifting time signatures.

One of the talented percussionist-composer's earlier works, Rhythmic Jambalaya is rapidly gaining in popularity. Rhythmically sophisticated and harmonically interesting, Jambalaya demands a variety of different techniques, including some extended reaches in the left-hand.

Written in orchestral style, 'Quartet' features a central "free" section, in which individual parts emerge and then submerge again into a continuous texture, framed by a rhythmically-driving beginning and ending. The piece was written to be performed unconducted and is a real showcase for four serious snare drummers.

4-part percussion ensemble.

The most virtuosic of Bobo's published compositions to date. This is a substantial piece; worthy of the time and attention the advanced marimbist will need to play it with the subtlety it deserves.

Inspired by two dance forms, the waltz and the polka, the 'Two Dances' require subtlety and technical control of the snare drummer. Excellent choice for a contest or audition!

Dedicated to Paul Smadbeck. A perfect piece for those players wishing to show-off their single-alternating endurance and phrasing abilities. Can be performed on a 4.6 octave marimba.