Trilogy

"Trilogy (for Double Brass Quintet)" is a three-section work from American composer P. F. Strohm. This setting of the work is scored for a 10-part ensemble, comprised of two brass quintets, one using tuba and one using bass trombone. The antiphonal scoring with the two quintets makes the work ideal for brass sections looking for a showcase piece. The sound of the piece is tonal, ranging from quiet contemplation to thundering assertion. It opens with a chorale-like 3/2 that lasts about four minutes, moving into a powerful three-and-a-half minute incantation, then bursts into a two-and-a-half minute dance in 7/4. "Trilogy" is an exciting work for contest or concert, and has a Medium to Medium-Advanced level of difficulty. Total performance time is around 10:00. Member, ASCAP.