Astor Piazzolla
Oblivion
Duet for Eb Horn, Trombone & Brass Band
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Astor Piazzolla
Oblivion
Duet for Eb Horn, Trombone & Brass Band
- Instrumentation Brass Band (Solo/Feature: Horn in Eb and Trombone)
- Composer Astor Piazzolla
- Editor Bertrand Moren
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Difficulty Level
- Edition Score and Parts
- Publisher Editions Marc Reift
- Order no. EMR82788
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Description:
Oblivion is a work by the Argentine composer Astor Piazzolla, composed in the 1980s. It is one of his best-known compositions and is characterized by its deeply melancholic and expressive nature. The piece embodies the aesthetic of Tango Nuevo, a style that combines traditional tango elements with influences from jazz and classical music. The simple yet moving main theme creates an atmosphere of nostalgia and contemplation. The title, which means "Oblivion," evokes themes such as memory, loss, and the transience of time. The music unfolds with great naturalness, alternating between tension and calm. "Oblivion" is frequently performed worldwide and used in numerous artistic contexts. Today, the work is considered one of Piazzolla’s most significant compositions.