Date of Award
Summer 2025
Document Type
Open Access Dissertation
Department
School of Music
First Advisor
Scott Herring
Abstract
Percussion, as an expansive and diverse art form, encompasses a wide range of performance and cultural aesthetics, all unified by the foundational elements of rhythm, technique, and expression. Within this spectrum, the relationships between marching percussion and concert percussion presents a significant area of study. This document explores the relationships of marching percussion and concert percussion through the contextual analysis of specific percussion ensemble repertoire. By defining the distinct characteristics of concert and marching percussion, the study establishes a framework for comparison and analysis. It highlights how techniques, both musically and compositionally, and the roles of specific instrumentation has contributed to the cross-over of compositional and performance practices existing in both realms. Additionally, this research curates a contextual catalogue of concert percussion works that incorporate stylistic elements from the marching tradition, providing pedagogical tools and performance strategies. The study also addresses the broader professional impact of cross-disciplinary versatility, offering insights into career development within the field of percussion. Through a detailed examination of repertoire, techniques, and educational applications, this document contextually showcases the ongoing symbiotic relationship between marching and concert percussion in ever-evolving percussive arts.
Rights
© 2025, Ian Patrick Mahaffey
Recommended Citation
Mahaffey, I. P.(2025). Relationships Between Modern Marching Percussion and Concert Percussion: An Investigation of Selected Percussion Ensemble Repertoire. (Doctoral dissertation). Retrieved from https://scholarcommons.sc.edu/etd/8482