Enigmatic Triptych

for Trumpet, Horn and Trombone

Enigmatic Triptych for trumpet, horn, and trombone by Howard J. Buss is dedicated to trombonist Dr. Daniel Cherry.  The word “Enigma” is derived from the Greek word ainissesthai, meaning "to speak in riddles." This three-movement brass trio was composed in late 2022 and early 2023, an uncertain time when it appeared that the worst of the Covid-19 pandemic could be behind us. To reveal much more regarding the enigmatic connotations of the work would lessen the intrigue. The titles of the movements, Sanguine, Mystic, and Eccentric, may offer the listener some clues as to the “riddle” behind the music. Enigmatic Triptych received its world premier on March 18, 2024 in the Performing Arts Center of West Chester University of Pennsylvania by Dr. Amy Cherry, trumpet, Dan Cherry trombone; and Elizabeth Pfaffle, horn.