1B4301AC-CCA7-4145-87CD-BBA7FF8C4983
| ID | 1B4301AC-CCA7-4145-87CD-BBA7FF8C4983 |
|---|---|
| Titlecode | X241006 |
| Title Name | Beloved Bass |
| Marketing Copy | Written for Tubist Jay Hunsberger, "Beloved Bass" explores the lyrical, powerful, and expressive qualities of the instrument in three movements: 1. Buoyant and Bright, 2. Beautiful Waves, and 3. Brimming with Energy (A Soft Shoe). |
| Instrumentation | Tuba, Piano |
| Commission | (not set) |
| Dedication | (not set) |
| Program Notes | 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. |
| Title Brand | 2 |
| Year Composed | 2012 |
| Copyright Number | (not set) |
| Copyright Year | (not set) |
| Duration | 10 |
| Ensemble Size | 2 |
| Date Created | 2013-08-18 20:31:58.000000 |
| Date Updated | 2025-09-30 20:31:58 |
| Inhouse Note | (not set) |
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| Text Author | (not set) |
| Premier Performance Memo | (not set) |
| Recording Credits | (not set) |
| Review | (not set) |
| Awards | (not set) |
| Title Category | 1 |
| Title Movements | 1. Buoyant and Bright 2. Beautiful Waves 3. Brimming With Energy – a Soft Shoe |
| Title Grade | (not set) |
| Set Series ID | (not set) |
| Title Instrument Category Text | Tuba |
| Title Sub Category Text | (not set) |
| Title Sub Category | 99 |
| Title Instrument Header | 13 |
| Title Grade Text | (not set) |
| Clean Url | beloved-bass-x241006 |