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Concerto for Tuba
Edward Gregson
Concerto for Tuba was originally written for brass band (and
subsequently for wind band and orchestra) and was commissioned by Besses o' th'
Barn Band in Great Britain. It is dedicated to John Fletcher, who gave the
first performance of the wind band version in Grieg Hall, Bergin, Norway. The
Allegro deciso movement is in sonata allegro form with two contrasting
themes, the first rhythmic in character, the second lyrical. Tuba soloist Matt
Stevens is originally from Acton, Massachusetts. In 1984 he received his
Bachelor of Music in Tuba Performance in 1986. He has been a member of the
Concord Band since 1993.
Recorded 1994/3/12, William Toland conducting.
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