Planet Damnation - John Psathas | Performed by Sam Keh | Timpani + Audio

Planet Damnation (2007) - Composed by John Psathas
Published by Promethean Editions

Performed by Sam Keh

Cinematography - Ivan Diaz Iniesta
Audio - Thomas Frost ("Big Tom")
Video Editing - Sam Keh
Recorded May 2022 at Indiana University

Special thanks to Professor Joseph Gramley (Chair of the Percussion Dept. at Indiana University - Jacobs School of Music) for allowing us to use his office for recording!

Equipment:
Timpani - Yamaha Balanced Action Drums (5)
Mallets - Promark JH2 Jonathan Haas Staccato

Planet Damnation is a 10-minute long timpani solo that is accompanied by a midi hybrid orchestral/electronic audio file. This long and challenging solo utilizes five timpani drums, each of which requires performers to change pitches on a frequent basis. The piece features many intricate techniques, including pitch bend through pedal glissandos, frequent pitch changes, mixed meter, and dynamic/articulation contrasts. We hope you enjoy this suspenseful, dramatic, and rhythmic solo. Thank you for watching!

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