It Takes One to Tango
Product ID: FJ2 SO ST6299
By Brian Balmages
Publisher:
FJH music
Arranger:
orig.
Series:
FJH String Orchestra
Genre:
tango
Line Up:
String Orchestra (Solo: Cello)
Duration:
6'00
Level: 3
Set & Score
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About this item
Solo: Grade 5 or 3
Feature
an advanced cello or euphonium
soloist without
worrying about the difficulty of the
orchestral
accompaniment. Easy and advanced
parts are
included for cello soloist so you
can perform
the work multiple times – once with
your own soloist and once with an
outstanding
guest artist. Based on a rhythmic
variation
of a typical tango, the music
combines dramatic
lyrical lines with virtuosic
technical passages
that will take your breath away.
Outstanding!
Solo: Grade 5 or 3
Solo Cello or Euphonium
Instrumentation
Strings
Piano
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Composer
Brian Balmages (1975-)
Brian Balmages (b. 1975) is an active composer, conductor, producer, and performer. His fresh compositional ideas have resulted in a high demand for his wind, brass, and orchestral music throughout the world. He received his bachelor's degree in music from James Madison University and his master's degree from the University of Miami in Florida. Mr. Balmages' compositions have been performed worldwide at conferences including the College Band Directors National and Regional Conferences, the Midwest Clinic, the International Tuba/Euphonium Conference, the International Trombone Festival, and the International Trumpet Guild Conference.. His active schedule of commissions and premieres has incorporated groups ranging from elementary schools to professional ensembles, including the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra, the Miami Symphony Orchestra, the University of Miami Wind Ensemble, James Madison University's School of Music, Boston Brass, members of the United States Marine Band, and the Dominion Brass Ensemble. His music has been performed by members of leading orchestras including the St. Louis Symphony, Philadelphia Orchestra, National Symphony, and others. He has also had world premieres in prestigious venues such as Carnegie Hall and performances at the Macy's Day Thanksgiving Day Parade and abroad.
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