Ensemble

The ensemble catalogue draws strongly on Viennese musical traditions — polkas, waltzes, and marches — reimagined for contemporary percussion ensembles. Alongside original works, arrangements play a central role in shaping a recognisable stylistic identity.

Instrumentation is conceived with practical performance conditions in mind, ranging from compact mallet-quartet setups to larger ensembles where musically required. Several works are available in flexible formats that allow adaptation to different ensemble sizes, player levels, and educational contexts.

Available Scores

Perpetuum Mobile – Percussion Ensemble – after Johann Strauss – Vienna Percussion Editions

Perpetuum Mobile

PERCUSSION SEPTET

Johann Strauss II

arranged by
Leonhard Waltersdorfer

Im Krapfenwald'l – Percussion Ensemble – after Johann Strauss – Vienna Percussion Editions

Im Krapfenwald’l

LARGE PERCUSSION ENSEMBLE

Johann Strauss II

arranged by
Leonhard Waltersdorfer

Florentiner Marsch – Percussion Ensemble – after Julius Fučik – Vienna Percussion Editions

Florentiner Marsch

PERCUSSION QUARTET (& optional Tuba)
LARGE PERCUSSION ENSEMBLE

Julius Fučík

arranged by
Leonhard Waltersdorfer

Pizzicato Polka – Percussion Ensemble – after Josef & Johann Strauss – Vienna Percussion Editions

Pizzicato-Polka

MARIMBA TRIO (1 Instrument)
LARGE PERCUSSION ENSEMBLE

Josef Strauss & Johann Strauss II

arranged by
Leonhard Waltersdorfer

España – Percussion Ensemble – after Émile Waldteufel – Vienna Percussion Editions

España

PERCUSSION QUARTET (with optional castanet solo)
LARGE PERCUSSION ENSEMBLE

Émile Waldteufel

arranged by
Leonhard Waltersdorfer

Vergnügungszug – Percussion Ensemble – after Johann Strauss – Vienna Percussion Editions

Vergnügungszug

PERCUSION QUARTET
LARGE PERCUSSION ENSEMBLE

Johann Strauss II

arranged by
Leonhard Waltersdorfer

Jesus bleibet meine Freude – Percussion Ensemble – after Johann Sebastian Bach – Vienna Percussion Editions

Jesus bleibet meine Freude

PERCUSSION QUARTET

Johann Sebastian Bach

arranged by
Leonhard Waltersdorfer

Tritsch-Tratsch-Polka – Percussion Ensemble – after Johann Strauss – Vienna Percussion Editions

Tritsch-Tratsch-Polka

PERCUSSION QUARTET

Johann Strauss II

arranged by
Leonhard Waltersdorfer

Instrumentation & Setup

Instrumentation is designed with practical performance conditions in mind. Many works are based on a compact mallet-quartet setup (xylophone, vibraphone, two marimbas), requiring no more than one 5-octave and one 4⅓-octave marimba. Larger setups expand this framework only where musically necessary.

Unusual instruments such as desk bells, kazoo, musical saw, or cuckoo calls are frequently integrated, adding character without excessive logistical demands.

Double-Sided Editions & Flexibility

Several ensemble works are available as double-sided editions, combining a reduced version and a Large Percussion Ensemble version within the same score. These versions may be performed independently or combined, allowing flexible adaptation to ensemble size, player level, and educational contexts. Optional parts are clearly marked, instruments are often shared between players, and ensemble size can be adjusted without compromising musical coherence.

Practical Performance Context

Reduced versions are generally more demanding and aimed at advanced students and professional players, while Large Percussion Ensemble versions are conceived to be more accessible. This allows the same repertoire to function across a wide range of settings — from specialised ensembles to music-school groups.