J. Vicent Egea: Rapsodia Flamenca - Bass Trombone & Trombone Quartet

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This composition was commissioned by trombonist Ben van Dijk to whom it is dedicated.

The Flamenco language used is the consequence of the admiration the composer and soloist have for this kind of music.

The work is written in a concertante style and uses the different technical and expressive resources of all the members of the quartet in an ongoing dialogue that supports the soloist who plays a part of great virtuosity.<

The different compositional elements of the flamenco style, such as rhythmic, harmonic and melodic ornamentations, are the most used in this composition. At the same time the different themes employed derive from the typical flamenco cantes or palos such as buleria, solea, tiento and fandango, and develop the musical discourse within the free shape of a rhapsody.

ITA Journal Review (Jan 2014) copyright International Trombone Association

Commissioned by Ben van Dyke and recorded on his album Never Alone, this work begins with a bold fanfare that evolves into a fugue and ends with a cadenza. Following is an engaging 12/8 section in Latin style, which is divided into 6/8 plus 3/4. There are subtle rhythmic shifts to 10/8, which is divided into 6/8 plus 2/4. A contrasting lyrical section follows, utilizing complex harmonies, yet still retaining the Latin feel in the bass trombone part, albeit slower. An Allegro giusto notation is applied to the next section. Rhythmic interplay among the solo and quartet is almost frenetic and is assisted by clapping in the solo part. The ending is announced with another fugue begun in the solo part, picked up in the fourth part and then joined by others, culminating in an almost 'shout' sound from the ensemble in the last measure. Individual parts are accessible; and while the first part calls for d2 (part written in treble and tenor clefs), ranges are otherwise not extreme. Articulation markings are precise and dynamic contrasts are effective. There are moments where intricate lines are handed off among the players and command of agile and clean double-tonguing is necessary. While not clearly tonal, there is a sense of tonality; intonation of half and whole steps is essential. Straight mutes are indicated and glissandi are effectively used. As with great chamber music, putting all of the parts together into a cohesive presentation is the challenge.

Egea has composed a work that is symphonic in nature, with contrasting sections demonstrating many of the possible sounds in trombone quartet playing. Intricate interplay, lush and diverse harmonies and complex rhythmic structures in a Latin context provide excellent opportunities for the performers and an enjoyable listening experience for the audience.

David Stern Anderson University

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SKU: TB972
Composer: J. Vicent Egea
Difficulty: Advanced
Instrumentation: Bass Trombone; Trombone Quartet (3 Tenors, 1 Bass)
Range: E1-Ab4; E1-D5