Bel Canto Vocalises for Bass Trombone (Tuba)

Description

Bass Trombone, Tuba — A vocalise is an etude. An aria without words often sung to solfège syllables(i.e., do, re, mi). It generally focuses on a particular musical aspect (legatophrases, intervals, rhythms, embellishments, range, dynamics etc). It is a goodprogrammable vehicle for instrumental performance, highlighting phrasingand interpretation. All etudes herein may be studied and performed with theirrespective piano accompanimentsPlaying melodies in the low register requires a few special considerations:1. Play the etudes at an increased dynamic level (p = mp).2. Pronounce the articulations clearly and accurately.3. Subdivide phrases when necessary to preserve overall tone quality.4. Practice the etudes in sections (rather than all the way through). These 27 vocalises are masterfully compiled, transcribed, and edited by trombonist Alan Raph and include etudes from Giuseppe Concone, Gaetano Nava, Giovanni Lamperti, and Mr. Raph himself. They can be used as etudes in the practice room to focus on legato phrasing, dynamics, and bass trombone register, or can be performed with piano as works highlighting phrasing and interpretation. Piano accompaniment is available as a digital download.