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The title of this piece plays off of an\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-CA\" style=\"font-family: 'Times',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-CA\" style=\"font-family: 'Times',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\"\u003einterest shared by Dr. Nora Wilson and I: Star Trek: The Next Generation, which connects to the notion of “bright music.” While much of\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-CA\" style=\"font-family: 'Times',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-CA\" style=\"font-family: 'Times',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\"\u003escience fiction these days is dark, more traditional sci-fi aims to show\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-CA\" style=\"font-family: 'Times',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-CA\" style=\"font-family: 'Times',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\"\u003eus something about society in the present while unfolding a story about\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-CA\" style=\"font-family: 'Times',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-CA\" style=\"font-family: 'Times',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\"\u003ethe future. As a young kid, I was keenly aware that Star Trek was not\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-CA\" style=\"font-family: 'Times',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-CA\" style=\"font-family: 'Times',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\"\u003eabout explosions or rampant conflict, but about how we can use diplomacy and science to improve humanity. It was a message that shaped\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-CA\" style=\"font-family: 'Times',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-CA\" style=\"font-family: 'Times',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\"\u003ehow I look at the world today; that the future can bring a better version\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-CA\" style=\"font-family: 'Times',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-CA\" style=\"font-family: 'Times',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\"\u003eof ourselves.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-CA\" style=\"font-family: 'Times',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e\u003cbr style=\"mso-special-character: line-break;\"\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-CA\" style=\"font-family: 'Times',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-CA\" style=\"font-family: 'Times',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\"\u003eThis is the second piece I’ve composed for Dr. Nora Wilson,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-CA\" style=\"font-family: 'Times',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-CA\" style=\"font-family: 'Times',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\"\u003eand it’s the second piece about light, albeit in a different context this\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-CA\" style=\"font-family: 'Times',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-CA\" style=\"font-family: 'Times',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\"\u003etime around. I’ve specifically tried not to ascribe too much of my own\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-CA\" style=\"font-family: 'Times',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-CA\" style=\"font-family: 'Times',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\"\u003emeaning to specific sections of this work, but while there aue many moments of warmth and resolution, the energy of the trombone part propels this work not to stay at rest for too long. I often think about this\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-CA\" style=\"font-family: 'Times',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-CA\" style=\"font-family: 'Times',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\"\u003epiece reflecting how hard it is to do the right thing, even when we\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-CA\" style=\"font-family: 'Times',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-CA\" style=\"font-family: 'Times',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\"\u003eknow what it is. The opening section is quite restful until the piano incites motion and unsteadiness in the meter. The second section features\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-CA\" style=\"font-family: 'Times',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-CA\" style=\"font-family: 'Times',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\"\u003ea rhythmic and soaring trombone cadenza, as though the inner turmoil\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-CA\" style=\"font-family: 'Times',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-CA\" style=\"font-family: 'Times',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\"\u003eis mounting. When it ends, the music finds itself lost and uncertain and\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-CA\" style=\"font-family: 'Times',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-CA\" style=\"font-family: 'Times',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\"\u003eeventually ends in resolution, but not in the same key in which we\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-CA\" style=\"font-family: 'Times',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-CA\" style=\"font-family: 'Times',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\"\u003estarted, as though we haven’t found a solution to our problems; but\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-CA\" style=\"font-family: 'Times',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-CA\" style=\"font-family: 'Times',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\"\u003erather, one we can live with.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-CA\" style=\"font-family: 'Times',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-CA\" style=\"font-family: 'Times',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\"\u003eRather than have the harmony move in traditional fourths or\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-CA\" style=\"font-family: 'Times',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-CA\" style=\"font-family: 'Times',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;\"\u003efifths, the phrases move in thirds. 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A selection of movements would work great on a recital or for demonstration, and the whole collection will bring years of enjoyment and study for anyone who cracks these open. I can't wait to learn them all!\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e- George Curran, Bass Trombone, New York Philharmonic\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"\u003c\/em\u003eA Bachs of Suites\u003cem\u003e is a notable addition to low brass study and performance literature.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eComposer and educator Robert Denham demonstrates his affinity for Johann Sebastian Bach’s music in characteristically written solos and duets. His music is inventive and fun to play. Dr. Jeff Baker’s editing sensibly illuminates Mr. Denham’s voice. Denham’s accompanying performance notes easily describe the Renaissance and Baroque source material informing each composition. I enthusiastically recommend Robert Denham’s Bach of Suites to motivated players seeking to - further develop their musicianship.\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e- Dave Kirk, Principal Tuba, Houston Symphony, Associate Professor, Shepherd School of Music (Rice University) \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e“These books of solos and duets from the prolific mind of Robert Denham is a must-have for the library of any tuba player! Experienced musicians will immediately recognize the stylistic writing imitating J.S. Bach, but will also enjoy exploring the whimsical, light-hearted music of Denham. As the melodies stray between both composers, it's up to the performer to decide on interpretation. Great for students who are learning the style of Baroque dance suites, but want something more friendly to the classic tuba register before diving into full-blown Bach transcriptions. I thoroughly enjoyed working through this book!”\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e- Aubrey Ford, Principal Tuba, Baltimore Symphony\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e“Robert Denham has given a gift to the tuba teacher, student and performer. We are constantly in search of quality music - for lessons  and recitals - here it is! From simple to complicated, this music is perfect for all occasions.”\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e- Douglas V Tornquist, West Coast Recording Artist\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"This set of compositions is a major new addition to the repertoire for tuba. They are fun to play and very challenging, utilizing the full range of the tuba. While they are set in traditional Bach-like dance forms, there are plenty of interesting harmonic and rhythmic surprises. Robert Denham has a wicked sense of humor that is on full display. 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I encourage all tuba and other low-brass players to get this book and I congratulate Robert for this excellent addition to the repertoire\".\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e- Jim Self, West-Coast Recording Artist\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e “With these 45 solos and 15 duets, Robert Denham has given bass trombonists a great resource to use in working with advanced students, and provided hours of fun, musical material ideal for use on a recital program, playing duets, or just as a daily workout for your chops.  To maintain technical development and long-term musical satisfaction.... this book should be in every bass trombone studio!”      \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e- David Stetson,  Principal Trombone, Pacific Symphony\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e“\u003c\/em\u003eA Bachs of Suites\u003cem\u003e is an entertaining and challenging addition to the bass trombone and tuba etude and duet literature. 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I would highly recommend this book for anyone working on their low range skills!”\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e- Justin Cook, Professor of Trombone, University of Central Arkansas\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Vol. 1 \/ PDF","offer_id":48962911142161,"sku":"","price":22.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Vol. 1 \/ Hard Copy","offer_id":48962911174929,"sku":"","price":22.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Vol. 2 \/ PDF","offer_id":48962911207697,"sku":"","price":22.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Vol. 2 \/ Hard Copy","offer_id":48962911240465,"sku":"","price":22.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Vol. 3 \/ PDF","offer_id":48962911273233,"sku":"","price":22.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Vol. 3 \/ Hard Copy","offer_id":48962911306001,"sku":"","price":22.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Vol. 4 \/ PDF","offer_id":48962911338769,"sku":"","price":22.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Vol. 4 \/ Hard Copy","offer_id":48962911371537,"sku":"","price":22.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Vol. 1-4 \/ PDF","offer_id":48962911404305,"sku":"","price":60.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Vol. 1-4 \/ Hard Copy","offer_id":48962911437073,"sku":"","price":60.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0864\/7616\/1297\/files\/1.png?v=1774324297"},{"product_id":"denham-robert-death-and-life-for-cimbasso-and-piano","title":"Robert Denham: Death... and Life for Cimbasso and Piano","description":"\u003cp\u003eLast Breath: We do not get to choose our death; the time, method, or level of pain that comes with it. 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