"Time Stream" by David Maslanka, arr. Brian Zator

"Time Stream", originally composed by David Maslanka for steel drum ensemble and arranged for keyboard ensemble by Brian Zator. **World Premiere

The Texas A&M University-Commerce Percussion Ensemble, under the direction of Brian Zator, performed their 2023 PASIC Showcase Concert, as one of three winners of the prestigious PAS International Percussion Ensemble Competition.

Based on a beautiful and mysterious poem written by David Maslanka’s wife, the transformation of Time Stream from a steel drum ensemble piece to a keyboard ensemble is a natural progression to allow more people to experience this hidden gem.

Originally composed in 2002 and arranged in 2023, Maslanka’s original intent remains with the beauty, mystery, and melody capturing every breath and still moment.

Performers include: Noah Avelar, Noah Caldera, Jacob Chapman, Carmen Lopez, Makena Mailer, Carter Torn, Adam Whoolery, John Wolff
***Note: this video is a pre-published version of the work. Those performing the published version will notice a few changes and updates from this video.

Video used with permission. The Percussive Arts Society (PAS) is the world’s largest percussion organization, with nearly 6,000 members in over 80 Chapters across the United States and around the globe. PAS hosts the Percussive Arts Society International Convention (PASIC) annually, featuring the top names in drumming and percussion. This video is from PASIC 2023 in Indianapolis, Indiana, November 8-11, 2023. For more information on PAS and PASIC, visit http://www.pas.org/ and http://www.pasic.org/, and subscribe to the PAS YouTube channel (   / percarts  .