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with Piano

Among York Bowen’s many works there is a significant body of viola works. Many of th ese viola works were written for the English violist Lionel Tertis, whose mission was to promote the viola through the commissioning of viola works from a variety of composers. Bowen’s Romance in D flat was originally composd for violin and piano and was later transcribed for Tertis. This edition, arranged for clarinet by Andrew DeBoer, shows the lyrical and expressive qualities of the clarinet.

The beautiful ‘seduction’ aria from “Samson et Dalila” by French composer Camille Saint-Saens is wonderfully realized with the flugelhorn performing the role of the sultry seductress. The trombone is also featured, playing the part of Samson in the last chorus. Any group wishing to do justice to this arrangement is strongly encouraged to listed to a few recordings of singers performing it first. Marilyn Horne and Elina Garanca are good places to start.

– Andrew Heading, arranger

Elgar’s most hated piece – at least the piece that he came to hate – was the trio from this march, known by its more familiar title, “Land of Hope and Glory”. Of course, if Elgar had heard it performed by a brass quintet, he may well have started enjoying it again. Never mind, this piece is an audience favorite, and will really get the trumpets working together.

– Andrew Heading

3 Trombones and Tuba

Shepherd’s Farewell is a delightful Christmas Carol composed by Hector Berlioz, extracted from his “The Birth of Christ.”

- Andrew Heading

3 Trombones and Tuba

6 movements

The vocalises of Marco Bordogni are a staple for trombonists and tubists world-wide, and this suite was borne from a desire to play them with my section in a format other than in octaves. To that end, I conceived the idea of arranging these exercises so that all the members of the section got the chance to play the melody as well as counter-melodies and harmonies. Similarly, the harmonies I have used are not really the ones that you might expect; rather, I have made them a little more interesting than the standard chords I and V. Thus, to perform this music well, the section must really work hard on sound, balance, intonation and rhythm – all of which will make your section sound awesome!

– Andrew Heading, arranger

3 Trombones and Tuba

Vittorio Monti’s most famous work has finally been transcribed for the instrument it should have been written for – the tuba. Of course, if your group has a whiz-bang trombonist, they could play the solo part themselves, giving the tuba/bass trombonist the third part. The solo may be interpreted freely, and octave-hopping is strongly encouraged – this is, after all, a piece designed to show off your mastery of your instrument. Whatever you like, just go for it!

– Andrew Heading

3 Trombones and Tuba

Puccini’s final masterpiece Turandot gave the world this wonderful tenor aria. In this arrangement, it’s time for the third part player to unleash their white handkerchief and thrill the audience with their amazing tone and range.

– Andrew Heading (arranger)

3 Euphoniums and 2 Tubas

UIL Prescribed Music List: 351-2-23250