Concerto for Euphonium (Piano Reduction) Philip Wilby

RMP 0203P

Supplied with parts for soloist in bass clef or B-flat treble clef

One of the most challenging and demanding concerti, the Wilby Concerto for Euphonium combines incredible energy, driving intensity, soaring lyricism, and great listening enjoyment. However, the challenges present a substantial obstacle for many players. Firstly, there are tremendous technical demands, including rapid and repeating double and triple tonguing through three of the four movements. The patterns are often chromatic, but with small modifications. Difficult rhythmic patterns also present challenges, as does the overall tempo of the work and the endurance needed to sustain the power and balance for the 18 minutes.

The most memorable portion of the concerto is the Dance Zeibékikos. It basically makes up three minutes of pure adrenaline through fast notes, crazy two-octave glissandos, fierce grace notes, and rapid meter changes before ending with the percussion section breaking plates! The third movement then provides a very contemplative interlude before the final movement.

The lyrical nature of the Andante explores the low range of the euphonium before ascending to a poignant statement in a slow 6/8. This writing is wonderfully lush and captures the best qualities of the euphonium before moving directly into the finale. The technical demands return and bring the work to a triumphant conclusion.

Inhalt / Content:

1. Non Troppo Allegro
2. Dance Zeibékikos
3. Andante
4. Allego Vivace

Besetzungsliste / Instrumentation:

Full Score
Solo Euphonium
C Piccolo
Flute I-II
Oboe I-II
Bassoon I-II
E-flat Soprano Clarinet
B-flat Soprano Clarinet I-II-III
B-flat Bass Clarinet
E-flat Alto Saxophone I-II
B-flat Tenor Saxophone
E-flat Baritone Saxophone
B-flat Trumpet I-II-III-IV
Horn in F I-II-III-IV
Trombone I-II
Bass Trombone
Euphonium
Tuba
Timpani
Percussion