Evan Chapman - “The Anvil Chorus“ by David Lang (Multiple Percussion) *HD*

“When percussionist Steve Schick asked me to write him a solo piece I wanted to do something that showed percussion’s connection to real life activities. I didn’t want to work with the pretty instruments, like vibraphone or chimes, that were invented so that percussionists could play politely with other musicians. I wanted to write a piece that reminded the listener of the glorious history of percussion - that since the beginning of time people have always banged on things