Buss-Dream Sequence for Solo Trombone and Percussion Quartet-P/M

DREAM SEQUENCE (1987) for trombone and four percussion by Howard J. Buss was inspired by Carl Sagan's poetic observation about dreams: "Late at night, when it is very still and the obligatory dreams have been dreamt, the gazelles and dragons begin to stir." Subdued, mystical sections contrast with energetic and rhythmic episodes in a manner resembling a progression of dreams.

Number of Players: 5
Difficulty: Grade 4
Instrumentation:

Player I: Trombone

Player II: Marimba, Celesta, Suspended Cymbal, Claves, 2 Cowbells

Player III: Vibraphone, Maracas, Bass Drum, 5 Temple Blocks

Player IV: Bells, Guiro, 2 Suspended Cymbals

Player V: Chimes, Bongos, Wind Chimes, Tam-Tam, Triangle, Lion's Roar

Howard J. Buss (b. 1951) is recognized  internationally as a significant composer of contemporary classical music. His compositions have received critical acclaim and have been performed in more than 50 countries. His music is widely performed and frequently featured at national and international music conventions and festivals. They have been performed by faculty musicians from major universities as well as current and former members of prestigious organizations such as The Boston Symphony Orchestra, Minnesota Orchestra, Buffalo Philharmonic, Israel Philharmonic, Berlin Philharmonic, Vancouver Symphony,  Atlanta Symphony, New York Philharmonic, Chicago Symphony, etc.   A copy of his patriotic composition Fanfares is included in the Presidential Collection of Ronald Reagan. Buss' more than 120 published works include instrumental solos, chamber music, symphonic, choral, and band works. They are fast becoming part of the standard repertoire in concert halls.