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The tuba is a “listener-friendly” instrument – lyrical, powerful, expressive and colorful.
Truly, this is a Beloved Bass worthy of musical celebration!
When portraying a “Buoyant and Bright” character, the tuba assumes a rhythmic role.
At the opening, an ostinato pattern supports the piano theme. Later, a second,
quickly-articulated theme is introduced by the tuba. A dialogue between the players
bounces along until the tuba asserts “supremacy” in a large cadenza.
O, but the tuba is a beautiful instrument as well! From the depths of the ocean, the tuba
rises and then soars as waves. Finally, as a sunken treasure chest, the tuba floats down
and settles on the bottom of the sea floor.
Yet, with humor and vitality, the tuba resurfaces to dance a “Soft Shoe” with the piano
accompanist. Simply playing the instrument is not enough. One must explore
accompanying oneself with tapping sounds and a few “soft shoe” slides!
Beloved Bass – three character sketches for Tuba and Piano – was composed as a gift
for Sarasota, FL Tubist Jay Hunsberger, who has no trouble playing, tapping and dancing
all at the same time.

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