Jean-François Michel

Trois Tableaux

In this work for solo trombone and trombone quartet, the composer emphasizes the finest tonal, dynamic and rhythmic diversity of the trombones. Apart from the form, these Trois Tableaux [Three Pictures] have almost all the prerequisites of a concertino. The work begins with a breathtaking carrousel led by the soloist, interwoven with a devilishly precise rhythm of the quartet voices, which in the following Nocturne form a warm and gentle harmonic background for the solo trombone, which plays a simple and moving melody. The tarantella, a mythical collective leaping dance to banish the fatal consequences of a tarantula bite, has inspired countless composers over the years. This one by Jean-François Michel is extremely evocative in its life-restoring, intoxicating trance effects! Trois Tableaux provides very valuable, stimulating artistic material, suitable for master classes, examinations and as a concert highlight.