Buss-American Phoenix (SP)-V/C/X/2M/4T/P/BTN or TU

AMERICAN PHOENIX (2001) for solo bass trombone (or tuba) and four percussion by Howard J. Buss was written for Stefan Sanders, bass trombonist with the Buffalo Philharmonic and the 30th Anniversary of the International Trombone Association. Cast in three movements, this colorful work was composed immediately following the important world events of September 11, 2001. It was premiered by Mr. Sanders and members of the University of North Texas Percussion Ensemble at the 2002 International Trombone Festival in Denton, Texas. this colorful work is cast In three movements: In Remembrance 9/11/01, Repercussions, and Renewal.

Number of Players: 5
Difficulty: Grade 4
Instrumentation:

Player I: Bass Trombone (sub Tuba)

Player II: Xylophone, Chimes, Suspended Cymbal, Snare Drum, Police Whistle, Bell Tree

Player III: Vibraphone, 2 Suspended Cymbals, 4 Tom-Toms, 2 Bongos, Woodblock

Player IV: Marimba, Tam-Tam, Lion's Roar, Ratchet, Slapstick, Wind Chimes, Suspended Cymbal

Player V: Marimba, 4 Timpani, Tambourine, 2 Cowbells, Suspended Cymbal

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.