Trombone: musical instrument ... or weapon of mass destruction?

While the trombone can be quite deadly — especially where three or more are gathered — as a solo instrument it can also be quite friendly — and even made to purr on occasion ...

In the hands of a master musician like Amy Bowers, this instrument rivals all others for expressiveness, dynamic range, emotional depth — and just plain coolness.

I have composed a Trombone Sonata for Amy — to be performed sometime in 2018. It is a three-movement work, and its moods shift from boisterous, to tender — to downright comical in the Finale. The three movements are entitled: 1. Nursery Rhyme 2. Sunrise 3. Clown Car

Stay tuned for updates about the Sonata for Trombone and Piano ...