Foundations

for tuba and wind ensemble

Concerto for tuba and wind ensemble inspired by three foundational geometric figures. The first movement, Cube, is based on groups of four, and equal square presences. The second movement, Sphere, is based on the circle of fifths and round shapes. The third movement, Pyramid, is based on groups of three and triangular pitch shapes.

Commissioned by Spanish Tuba and Euphonium Association (AETyB)

Dedicated to my father, Javier Edo Mañó

Winner of the International Women’s Brass Conference Prize in Tempe, Arizona (2019).

A reduction version for tuba and piano is also available

Year: 2016

Duration: 14 min.

Movements:
I. Cube
II. Sphere
III. Pyramid