Tuba Solo - Level 5 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.1392428

By Elihu S. Conant-Haque. By Elihu S. Conant-Haque. Arranged by Elihu S. Conant-Haque. 21st Century,Contemporary. Individual part. 6 pages. E. S. Conant-Haque #975958. Published by E. S. Conant-Haque (A0.1392428).

Chapters is a 7-minute long monologue for the bass tuba. The main theme is a connected line ascending through the most lyrical range of the instrument; in between theme statements are quasi-polyphonic lines which use the full range of the tuba to create the illusion of bass, harmony, and melody. The singsong nature of the theme invites rubato interpretation, and expressive annotations throughout the score encourage this further. A majestic theme appears briefly towards the end of the work, which the player should clearly convey as a brilliant and triumphal outcry. The final statement is a long series of delicate, uninterrupted arrpegios decrescendoing to ppp, and is best circular-breathed. 
This piece demands a high technical level and is for the advanced player seeking to expand their musicality.

String Trio Cello,Violin - Level 5 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.1392390

By Elihu S. Conant-Haque. By Elihu S. Conant-Haque. Arranged by Elihu S. Conant-Haque. 21st Century,Chamber,Contemporary. 9 pages. E. S. Conant-Haque #975919. Published by E. S. Conant-Haque (A0.1392390).

Romance for Tuba & Strings is a short exposition of a simple theme for tuba accompanied by string trio. The beauty of this theme is in its seventh and ninth intervals, which the tubist and violinist are encouraged to emphasize. The body of the work is expressive and lyrical, and should be approached with musical sensitivity. The piece concludes with a sudden change of thematic material, becoming resolute and declarative. The players must make sure that this sudden development is conveyed decisively, and that the ending is powerful and majestic.
This piece is not technically demanding, but the tuba and violin parts cover wide ranges on their respective instruments, and as such advanced level is recommended.