Styles For Marimba by Robert Chappell

Styles, an interesting three-movement work by Robert Chappell that puts the player through, as the title suggests, various musical styles. The first movement is rhythmic and fast with hints of chromaticism and minimalism. The second movement is soft and flowing in a chorale style. The last movement is a study in changing meters and utilizes the popular contemporary technique “phasing”. A very effective piece.