Marimb’un by Marie-Framcoise Bonin

Marimb’un by Marie-Françoise Bonin is a thoughtfully crafted collection of seven short solo works for four-mallet marimba, designed to introduce players to fundamental marimba techniques through musical miniatures. Published by Alfonce Production as part of the “Percus-Sons” collection, this suite provides an excellent pedagogical foundation for percussionists in the early stages of four-mallet study.

Each movement in Marimb’un focuses on a specific technical challenge while maintaining a clear and engaging musical identity. The brevity of the individual works allows students to focus on one concept at a time, whether it’s single alternating strokes, double vertical strokes, lateral movement, or phrasing control. The composer’s musical language is accessible yet expressive, and well suited for both instructional settings and student recitals.

This set is often recommended by teachers for its practicality, and by students for its musical satisfaction. The collection’s moderate difficulty and structured progression make it ideal for building confidence with independent hand movement, dynamic shaping, and note accuracy on the keyboard. Each piece also encourages the development of musicality and interpretation, laying the groundwork for more complex solo literature.

Key Features:

• Instrumentation: Solo marimba (4 mallets)
• Difficulty: Easy
• Seven short pieces, each addressing a unique technical goal
• Part of the “Percus-Sons” educational series
• Perfect for lessons, practice routines, or solo recitals
• Publisher reference: A11 001 P – Alfonce Production

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Marimb’un is more than a technical primer — it’s a musically satisfying introduction to the expressive potential of the marimba, making it a must-have for every developing percussionist’s library.