Trombone Duet Trombone - Level 3 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.552414

Composed by Leo Delibes (1836-1891). Arranged by James M. Guthrie. Holiday,Romantic Period,Standards,Wedding. Score. 7 pages. Jmsgu3 #6342767. Published by jmsgu3 (A0.552414).

Duo of the flowers from Lakme, Act I. A popular wedding selection.

Leo Delibes (1836-1891) was a French composer of the Romantic period best known for his ballets and operas. He was a child prodigy and began composing music at the age of seven. He studied at the Paris Conservatoire, where he developed a mastery of the symphonic form and wrote several pieces for the orchestra. His works for the stage are among the most popular and beloved of the Romantic era, including the ballets Coppélia and Sylvia, and the opera Lakmé.

Delibes was a pioneer in the use of orchestral color and instrumental effects to enhance the dramatic narrative of his works. His works are often praised for their lyricism, graceful melodies, and colorful orchestrations. His music is considered to be a bridge between the grandiose and romantic works of the French composers before him, such as Gounod and Berlioz, and the more intimate and melodic style of composers like Debussy and Ravel.

Delibes’ influence can be heard in the works of later composers such as Stravinsky and Prokofiev, and his music continues to be performed and enjoyed today. His contributions to music history are significant, and his works remain beloved masterpieces of the Romantic era.

Léo Delibes' opera Lakmé is an opera in three acts. It was first performed in 1883 at the Théâtre Lyrique in Paris. The libretto was written by Edmond Gondinet and Philippe Gille. The story is set in British-occupied India and tells the story of a young Indian girl, Lakmé, who is in love with a British officer, Gerald. The story follows the couple's romantic journey, as well as the obstacles they face from Lakmé's father and the British military. The opera is best known for its beautiful score, which includes the famous aria The Flower Duet as well as the duet Lakmé! The Bell Song. The opera has been performed in opera houses all over the world and is considered one of Delibes' most popular works.

The Duo des Fleurs, composed by French composer Léo Delibes, is a ballet pas de deux from the ballet Lakme, Act I. It is a beloved masterpiece of the Romantic period and is often performed as a standalone piece in many ballet performances. The piece is typically danced by two female ballet dancers and is known for its playful and lighthearted nature. The music consists of a melody that alternates between the two dancers and is often accompanied by a lighthearted waltz. The music has a strong sense of unity and connection between the two dancers, which is enhanced by the use of the same melody. The piece also features a beautiful soaring coda that gives it a sense of grandeur and beauty. The Duo des Fleurs is an exquisite piece of music and an enduring classic of the ballet repertoire.

Trombone Duet Trombone - Level 3 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.592315

Composed by David McKeown. Children,Concert,Contemporary,Halloween,Standards. Score. 5 pages. David McKeown #6357575. Published by David McKeown (A0.592315).

Scott the Scatterbrained Skeleton is a fun and original duet written by David McKeown for two Trombones. 

Scott the Scatterbrained Skeleton is one in a series of ten Halloween-themed duets each presenting a portrait of a different Halloween character. All ten can be bought together in one collection by searching for 10 Spooky Halloween Duets for Trombone.

When you think about it, it’s obvious why Scott is scatterbrained, seeing as there’s nothing to stop his brain falling out. His friends also called him scatterlunged and scatterspleened. He’s a happy chap, not a deep thinker of course, but he always has a smile for everyone.

Scott the Scatterbrained Skeleton is suitable for players at an intermediate level and above. The main melody is staccato, with a more lyrical and sustained middle section. The key and range are as accessible as possible for both players. With a playing-time of just under four minutes, Scott the Scatterbrained Skeleton is a perfect fun addition to any performance program, formal or informal. Click the link above to listen to a full performance of the clarinet version of this duet on YouTube.

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Trombone Duet Trombone - Level 3 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.592395

Composed by David McKeown. Concert,Contemporary,Halloween,Standards. Score. 4 pages. David McKeown #6358907. Published by David McKeown (A0.592395).

Walter the Weary Werewolf is a spooky and original duet written by David McKeown for two Trombones. 

Walter the Weary Werewolf is one in a series of ten Halloween-themed duets each presenting a portrait of a different Halloween character. All ten can be bought together in one collection by searching for 10 Spooky Halloween Duets for Trombone.

Walter has a young family and a responsible job as a vet, so he needs a good night’s sleep. When there’s a full moon he sprouts fangs, claws and body hair like all the other werewolves, but rather than howling, he scratches the back of his neck with his leg and goes back to sleep with a whimper. His wife was surprised the first time, but she’s used to it now.

Walter the Weary Werewolf is suitable for players at an advanced intermediate level and above. The main melody has many accidentals and challenging timing, while the faster middle section features irregular metre. The range is accessible for both players. With a playing-time of just under four minutes, Walter the Weary Werewolf is a perfect spooky addition to any performance program, formal or informal. Click the link above to listen to a full performance of the clarinet version of this duet on YouTube.

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Trombone Duet Trombone - Level 4 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.592112

Composed by David McKeown. 20th Century,Concert,Contemporary,Halloween,Standards. Score. 5 pages. David McKeown #6348727. Published by David McKeown (A0.592112).

Derek the Deskbound Demon is a fun and original duet written by David McKeown for two Trombones. 

Derek the Deskbound Demon is one in a series of ten Halloween-themed duets each presenting a portrait of a different Halloween character. All ten can be bought together in one collection by searching for 10 Spooky Halloween Duets for Trombone.

Most demons spend their time playing fiendish tricks on folk or devising infernal tortures, but all that activity requires organisation behind the scenes and that’s where Derek comes in. Not for him, the sweaty toil at the furnace; Derek may well have little red horns and a pointy tail, but he much prefers sorting out payroll, tax receipts, spreadsheets and work rotas.

Derek the Deskbound Demon is suitable for players at an advanced intermediate level and above, with the accessible key and range balanced by the fast tempo and variable meter. With a playing-time of around three minutes, Derek the Deskbound Demon is a perfect upbeat addition to any performance program, formal or informal. Click the link above to listen to a full performance of the clarinet version of this duet on YouTube.

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Trombone Duet Trombone - Level 3 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.587532

Composed by Jeremiah Clarke. Arranged by David McKeown. Baroque,Concert,Instructional,Standards,Wedding. Score. 3 pages. David McKeown #4355077. Published by David McKeown (A0.587532).

The Prince of Denmark’s March is better known nowadays as the Trumpet Voluntary and is often used in wedding ceremonies. It was in fact written for organ, with the melody played on thetrumpet stop.  Written around 1700, for many years this piece was mistakenly attributed to Henry Purcell. Only recently has it been established that the composer was Jeremiah Clarke, organist at St Paul’s Cathedral. It is somewhat ironic that this composer of a wedding mainstay was himself a victim of unrequited love. He consequently shot himself in the cathedral graveyard.

This full version is arranged as a duet for two Trombones and the performance time is around two and a half minutes. Of course, performers, especially at weddings, may wish to abridge and shorten the arrangement. This is easily done as the different sections are self-contained and the repeat may be ignored. The complete performance on youtube and the short audio sample are from the Clarinet Duet version of this arrangement.

Musicians at an intermediate level and above will find this ideal for formal and informal performances, with both parts enjoying melodic interest.

Teachers will enjoy using this arrangement as a fun way to help with strict time, full tone and dynamics.

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Trombone Duet Trombone - Level 2 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.587850

Composed by Various. Arranged by David McKeown. Christian,Easter,Sacred,Standards. Score. 17 pages. David McKeown #5025819. Published by David McKeown (A0.587850).

16 Favourite Easter Hymns for Trombone Duet is a beautiful collection of well-known traditional Easter hymns. They are arranged in two parts for Trombone. You can watch and listen to two of the hymns (the Alto Saxophone version), via the YouTube link above.

16 Favourite Easter Hymns for Trombone Duet are simply arranged in easy keys and are fun to play for musicians with a year or two’s experience and above. Teachers and students alike will find 16 Favourite Easter Hymns for Trombone Duet useful for building ensemble, reading and rhythmic skills.

The hymns are in alphabetical order and are as follows…

·     All Creatures of Our God and King, (Lasst Uns Erfreuen)

·     All Hail the Power of Jesus Name, (Coronation)

·     Before the Throne of God Above, (Before the Throne)

·     Blessed Assurance, (Blessed Assurance)

·     Christ the Lord is Risen Today, (Easter Hymn)

·     Crown Him with Many Crowns, (Diademata)

·     The Day of Resurrection, (Ellacombe)

·     Just as I Am, (Woodworth)

·     I Know that My Redeemer Lives, (Bradford)

·     It is Well with My Soul, (Ville du Havre)

·     A Mighty Fortress is Our God, (Ein Feste Burg)

·     Nothing But the Blood of Jesus, (What Can Wash Away My Sin)

·     There is a Green Hill Far Away, (The Green Hill)

·     Thine Be the Glory, (Judas Maccabeus)

·     Were You There? (Were You There?)

·     When I Survey the Wondrous Cross, (Hamburg)

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