Concerto

Composer William Pagan-Perez did this reduction for piano based upon his Concerto for trombone or euphonium, and symphony orchestra. The composer combined some classical music traditions with traditions of his Afro-Puerto Rican heritage. I. Moderato- The first movement has a sonata form accompanied by the danceable rhythms of the Puerto Rican Bomba-Sica. II. Moderato- This second movement has the melodic motive from the first movement presented as an opera aria, more heroic and dramatic. III. Lero- The third movement has more characteristics from Afro-Puerto Rican music. The calls and responses chants between the piano and the soloist, and the accompaniment of the Lero variation of the Puerto Rican Bomba bring joy and soul to the Batey (garden) dance party. The original Concerto for trombone or euphonium and symphony orchestra is available on https://www.jwpepper.com/11591147.item.