Sonatina

for tuba and piano

Level: intermediate / advanced
Duration: 9'30

I. Allegro leggiero I. Allegro leggiero

II. Largo II. Largo

III. Allegro III. Allegro

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melodic versatility and extended harmony

The truly unique aspect of the work is how it "fits" the idiomatic elements of the tuba so well. The sonata-allegro first movement showcases the nimble fingers of the player and includes a cadenza, while the second movement is a hauntingly expressive chaconne. The third and final movement has mixed meter and boasts jocular melodies in a rondo form.

Details

Composed: 2018
Genre: contemporary
Published: 2018
Movements: I. Allegro leggiero (3'45)
II. Largo con molto rubato (2'15)
III. Allegro ma non troppo (3'30)
Pages: 27
Publisher: Editions Bim

The composer

Michael Forbes (*1973)

Michael Forbes (born 1973 in Morgantown, West Virginia, USA), studied first with Mark Lusk and Marty Erickson (Bachelor’s Degree at Penn State University), then with tubist and composer, John Stevens (Master degree from the University of Wisconsin) and finally with world renowned tubist, Toby Hanks (Doctor’s Degree from the University of Maryland).... Read more