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EETT; One of Verdi's most famous opera overture comes to life in this arrangement of Overture to "La Forza del Destino" for Tuba Quartet.

1. Hail to the Chief

2. The Star Spangled Banner

3. America the Beautiful

4. God Bless the Queen (America)

5. 0 Canada

6. Rule, Britannia

7. La Marseillaise

8. Fanfare of Tribute

9. Fanfare D'Sousa

10. Canonic Fanfare

11. Quatres Fanfares Generique

12. Choral Anthem (Now the Day is Over)

1. Little David Play

2. Down by the Riverside

3. Go Down Moses

4. Deep River

5. Swing Low, Sweet Chariot

6. Every time I feel the Spirit

7. Amazing Grace

8. Joshua

9. Precious Lord, Take my Hand

10. Hand me down my Silver Tuba

1. The Blue Bells of Scotland

2. Blow the Man Down

3. Auld Lang Syne

4. Polly Wolly Doodle

5.  Listen to the Mockingbird

6. Sourwood Mountain

7. Oh Susanna

8. The Last Rose of Summer

9. He's a Jolly Good Fellow

10. Good Night Ladies

1. Theme and Variations

2. Minuetto

3-4. Andante - Allegro

UIL Prescribed Music List: 347-1-14179

Arranged by David Werden, these 14 marches can be played by any level tuba quartet and are priced at a reduced rate to encourge purchase and performenace of not just one march, but several!

Grab the entire set as a digital download for $50.00 or entire set as a printed copy for $70.00 or individually for $10.00 each.

Independentia – R.B. Hall

Billboard March – John  Klohr

Garry Owen March – Irish traditional

Voice of Guns – Kenneth Alford

El Capitan – John Phillp Sousa

King Cotton - John Phillp Sousa

Carrollton March – Karl King

Men of Ohio – Henry Fillmore

The Screamer – Fred Jewell

The Boys of the Old Brigade – W. Paris Chambers

Chimes of Liberty - John Phillp Sousa

The Circus King – C.E. Duble

Dixie Doodle (Dixie and Yankee Doodle) – traditional

Old Comrades – Carl Teike

For Tuba Quartet (EETT), "Quartetto Di Notte" is a one-movement work in the traditional sonata-allegro form with a slow introduction. I originally planned to make this a multi-movement work, but felt the first movement could stand very nicely on its own. The first three notes of the intro forms the motif on which the entire work is based. With the leading tone tendencies of the second note of the motif, this introduction, styled like a fugue, modulates constantly. Ever tonal in its construction, it travels through many keys, starting in C Minor, and at its most extreme point, B Major, before ending up in G Minor. A held G7 chord brings us to the exposition, which also begins in C Minor. The exposition begins with more development of the initial three-note motif, along with two new motifs, two eighth notes and a quarter note; and a quarter, four eights and another quarter note. These permeate the first theme until we change to the key of G Major where a new, more lyrical theme appears. This is played at first, with a simple bass line, but on its repeat, is accompanied by two countermelodies. The development section offers more motivic development, and then at letter G, we have a contrapuntal segment where all of the rhythmic themes are woven together. This brings us to a chorale-like portion where the second theme is developed more fully. The recap ensues, but now we are in the key of Eb Minor. The second theme reappears in the key of Bb Major and a new countermelody to this makes its appearance. After a short pause, we enter into the rousing coda where the piece finishes off in the sprightly key of Eb Major utilizing all of the pieces premier motifs.

This collection of quartets is designed for players who may have had limited experience with small ensemble performance. The ranges are moderate and the rhythms are not complex. Each of the selections offer ensemble and solo or featured passages for all players. Styles, tempos and meters vary from one piece to another. Of course, more advanced players can certainly play and enjoy this set, but the less experienced can have some success with pieces that allow them to concentrate on the musical and ensemble aspects, rather than being slowed by technical elements. These are also designed for the listener’s enjoyment. Enjoy the quartets! Learn More

The inspiration for the quartet began with a short work named “The Seventh Degree” which was inspired by my daughter, Cadence, and her ability to question everything to its fullest extent. After the work received its premiere, I decided to create two more works that revolved around the other members of my family to complete this quartet. Movement 1, To Be Mischievous, was written about my young son, Andrew, who describes the title perfectly in his actions. Movement 2, To Be Loved, is a song that was written to my wife, Stephanie, to thank her for everything that she has meant to our family. The Seventh Degree was adapted into Movement 3, To Be Questioned, and still describes my daughter and her desire to know more and be curious about everything. Learn More

(Grade III-IV)