Fireball

Fireball was composed in 2024, for tuba quartet (two euphoniums, two tubas). The work was commissioned by Nyeve Mackenzie.

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Duration: c. 4 minutes, 50 seconds.

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This piece is fiery and explosive, full of fast-paced, energetic movement which creates a bright, bold and dramatic sound. It was written to highlight the dexterity of the euphonium and tuba, and aims to evoke the image of a huge ball of fire hurtling at unstoppable speeds, unfathomably hot and bright, leaving a brilliant trail of sparks in its wake.

This piece is dedicated to the friends I made at the euphonium classes at university, and the great times we've had together.

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Performances:

Heath McBride, Nyeve Mackenzie, James Reeson and Campbell Egan. May 3, 2024. West Recital Hall, Sydney, Australia. International Premiere.

Josh Clark, Nyeve Mackenzie, Greg Bennett, Campbell Egan. July 5th, 2024. Sydney Conservatorium of Music. Digital Premiere.

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Price: $60

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