One of the earliest of sparke s fantastic works for euphonium, the fantasy features lyrical and technical passages including some triple tonguing. Choosing a proper mouthpiece nt have to be a burden. We are one of the top suppliers of woodwind, brass and orchestral strings across sussex and are main agents for most of the instruments we sell. It has also appeared on various contest lists in its piano version. David werden was the first american to be named euphonium player of the year.
Super solos baritoneuphonium 10 selected solos with piano accompaniment music score, cd. A real gem of a euphonium duet, not so well known as the famous two part invention by the same composer, but really delightful and deserves to be heard a lot more. Philip allen sparke born 29 december is an english composer and musician born in london, 1 noted for his concert band and brass band music. Pantomime euphonium solo pantomime was commissioned by euphonium virtuoso nick childs in 1986. Super solos baritoneuphonium from philip sparke buy now in. The slower second movement explores the unsurpassable ability of the euphonium to play lyrically, with a theme that is later taken up by the band whilst the soloist weaves a filigree descant. A superb work with sparkes characteristic rhythmic energy, driving intensity, beautiful melodies, and of course listenability. Werden t is generally accepted that the mouthpiece is most important piece of equipment a brass er owns, yet most teachers invest very little. The fantasy for euphonium and brass band was written in 1979, i believe, and has been played by countless euphoniumists since then. Youll find a wide selection of philip sparke sheet music, songbooks, and music books at sheet music plus. This is the first in a threevolume series of progressive studies that take the young player from a beginner to an accomplished musician. Philip sparke with piano accompaniment and play along cd accomp.
Published brass band works publisher abbreviations. Also available for euphonium and concert band hl44006761. The time now is solo euphonium with band of players. Though it is sometimes used in bands in place of baritone sax and other deeper instruments, it often plays its own part or that of the baritones if a baritone horn is not available. Philip sparke sheet music and music books at sheet music plus. When i was in high school, my parents decided to buy a new instrument for me to replace the student model i had been using. The work is divided into two sections, slow and then fast, and the two are interconnected by a short cadenza. Pantomime is one of the most famous euphonium solos available to the performer today. Euphonism philip sparke 2 euphoniums and brass band. Euphonium sheet music, lessons, chord charts, resources.
Sparke has a knack for writing music that is attractive the audience and a good challenge for the players. Print and download in pdf or midi rhapsody for euphonium. Strathcarron from hymn of the highlands philip sparke the flower song from carmen georges bizet arr. The article also mentions some special effects that the euphonium can be used for such as a trombonelike smear. The piece takes as its inspiration the happy and sad masks which symbolise the commedia dellarte which features harlequin as one of its main characters and comprises two movements, a slow modal ballad followed by a frenetic faster movement. Fantasy philip sparke pdf philip allen sparke born 29 december is an english composer and musician born in gaudium. The work alternates an atmospheric recitative with a driving allegro section. The music store showed me a top of the line king 3valve baritone. Fantasy for euphonium and brass band was written for ian craddock in 1979.
Delevery time is usually 34 weeks, depending on the stock at the supplier publisher. The origins and development of the euphonium concerto with. Euphonium baritone july 31, 2002 jenni willisopalenik, clinician throughout this handout, i will use the terms baritone and euphonium interchangeably. Pantomime euphonium pdf you are listening to the euphonium solo, pantomime by philip sparke. Cd recording from may 2000 by greve harmoniorkester. Designed to show off both the lyrical and technical prowess of the instrument, the piece draws on the varied characters of the italian commedia dellarte tradition for its wide emotional range. The 108 dance section conjures iamges of west side story and the coda technique will offer you hours of delightly practice. This piece, written for solo euphonium and brass band, reflects the natural beauty and relaxing atmosphere of the islands. Derek bourgeois was born in kingston on thames in euphonium carol barratt 20 pieces for euphonium and piano.
Rhapsody for euphonium by james curnow bass clef sheet music. The technical challenges in this work are not overly taxing but will require dedicated practice on certain sections in seven flats in the opening movement and the rhythmic accuracy in mixed meter passages. The origins and development of the euphonium concerto with brass band joel collier a dissertation submitted to the graduate faculty of james madison university in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the degree of doctorate of musical arts the school of music may 2016 faculty committee. This versatile solo works great as a program opener or enderand is extremely audience friendly. Shop and buy fantasy for euphonium piano reduction sheet music. Harlequin was commissioned by, and is dedicated to, euphonium virtuoso david childs. Harlequin takes as its inspiration the happy and sad masks that symbolize the commedia dellarte. For a detailed discussion of the debate over the use of these two terms. The new tradition for euphonium the newly expanded line of yamaha euphoniums features a main tuning slide trigger that was designed in partnership with top musicians in the uk and. One of the most popular and engaging solos written for the euphonium. Philip sparke fantasy for euphonium played by the man for. Euphonium repertoire list title composer arranger grade air. Fantasy for euphonium piano reduction by philip sparke.
Mark glover, euphonium hustle november learn how and when to remove this template message. It offers high quality pdf sheet music files with audio mp3 and mp3 accompaniment files. Have a blasting peformance with these unique arrangements of the fabulous christmas carols for euphonium and tuba. This leads straight into the third movement, which is almost bebop in style and shows off the jazzier capabilities of the euphonium. Commissioned by and dedicated to euphonium virtuoso david childs in 2004. Party piece euphonium solo with brass band sparke, philip. Philip allen sparke born 29 december 1951 is an english composer and musician born in london, noted for his concert band and brass band music. Aug 25, 2008 philip sparke fantasy for euphonium and brass band, david werden, euphonium, with the u. Click on more details to view the solo euphonium part and listen to an audio extract. I really like this one, its just that my favorite performance of this solo is the one. A superb work with sparke s characteristic rhythmic energy, driving intensity, beautiful melodies, and of course listenability. Each volume is specifically tailored to that instrument and ca.
The euphonium horn often mistaken for the baritone horn is a baritonetenor range brass instrument and a part of the tuba family. It has quickly become a standard in the repertoire. Fantasy for euphonium philip sparke euphonium sheet. Dreamsong for euphonium and brass band philip sparke. Rhapsody for euphonium sheet music download free in pdf or. Summer isles philip sparke euphonium and concertwind wind. Performed by robin langdon with ocean brass southampton.
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