Jean-François Michel
Meeting
for 4 Trombones & Concert Band
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Jean-François Michel
Meeting
for 4 Trombones & Concert Band
- Instrumentation Concert Band (Solo/Feature: 4 Trombones)
- Composer Jean-François Michel
- Edition Score and Parts Download
- Publisher Editions Marc Reift
- Order no. EMR42997-DL
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MEETING is a captivating piece by composer Jean-François Michel, who is known for his dynamics and refined musical style. This work full of energy and contrasts illustrates a musical encounter between a trombone quartet and a wind orchestra. From the very first bars, the listener is immersed in a rousing rhythmic atmosphere characterized by concise melodic motifs and rich instrumental dialogues. The piece opens with an energetic percussive motif that forms the basis for a lively and brilliant composition. The brass instruments play an essential role, with radiant calls and chiselled responses, while the woodwinds contribute lighter and more nuanced colors. The interplay between tension and relaxation gives this composition a captivating narrative dynamic. The development explores different sonic textures and incorporates more lyrical passages where the harmonies expand and create a sense of breathing before reigniting the energy of the musical discourse. The influence of jazz and contemporary music can sometimes be felt in the syncopated rhythms and bold harmonies, giving the whole a seductive modernity. The work culminates in an exhilarating final section in which all the consoles merge in a brilliant and festive flight of fancy, leaving the listener with the impression of a triumphant conclusion. With MEETING, Jean-François Michel has written a dynamic and accessible piece that is ideal for concerts in which virtuosity and expressiveness are to be combined. "To this very beautiful introductory text, I would like to add that the second part of the piece: chorale and recitative is a tribute to the most beautiful work for brass: the Three Aequales by L. v. Beethoven. A composition of ingenious simplicity. In this movement, I have tried to find this very close sincerity."