OCTATONAL DANCE • low brass trio concertante for Euphonium, Horn in F, and Tuba
This concert etude is mostly based on Octatonal harmony (Diminished scale), including Argentine folk rhythms and New York jazz influences.
The extended/contemporary techniques: flutter tongue, tap bell, suck no pitch, foot stomp, etc, should be considered optional if the player is not comfortable with it.
Dynamics may be adjusted to optimize balance. Estimated duration 5 min.
Carlos Pavan - New York 2024
Born in Argentina and living in New York since 2000 composer Carlos Pavan combines tango/folklore rhythms with jazz & classical concepts. He studied with maestros Jorge Morel, Dave Smey (Brooklyn Conservatory) and Pablo Ziegler (A. Piazzolla's pianist). Carlos has recorded three albums with his works including string quartet and chamber ensemble. "Mr. Pavan worships at the altar of originality while remaining true to his Argentinean roots" (The World Music Report). "a more daring harmonic language" Fanfare Magazine. "he handles the contemporary language well, with interesting articulations and clean delivery" American Record Guide.
