Nimrod from the Enigma Variations ABS 2 Percussive Arts Society (USA) ‘Percussive

Percussive Arts Society (USA) ‘Percussive Notes’ review (John Baldwin)

volume 4” for four toms

Instrumentation: Snare Drum

kick drums (2)

Nimrod from the Enigma Variations ABS 2 Percussive Arts Society (USA) ‘PercussiveComposer: Elgar Arranger: Gordon Hughes Players: 6 Instrumentation: Glockenspiel, Xylophone, Marimba (4. 3), Timpani (2) Grading: A. M. E. B. 4 ABS 3+(Intermediate) Of all of Elgar's musical output, this variation is without doubt one of his most lyrical works. Thoughtfully arranged for Intermediate mallet ensemble this piece will make an excellent performance work. A complete recording of this work is available on the REVOLUTIONS compact disc.