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Neil Thornock

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Performance Notes
In the first part of the piece, both percussionists play the same line of music. However, as each is to play as quickly as possible,
coordination between the two performers is not expected neither is it allowed. The barlines indicate moments at which
both performers must begin at the same time. Thereafter, each player will simply proceed at his own as-fast-as-possible pace.

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Neil Thornock

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