Elgar - Nimrod from the Engima Variations for Trombone Quartet Gabrieli This virtuoso work of 29

This virtuoso work of 29 minutes in length uses the composer’s soaring melodies and dramatic harmonies to perfection for the Euphonium and accompaniment

The music is actually an aria that Isolde sings over Tristan's dead body before she herself is consumed in death

and is appropriate for an advanced performer for the top part

retired Principal Trombonist with the Los Angeles Philharmonic Orchestra

adding rhythmic complexity

Elgar - Nimrod from the Engima Variations for Trombone Quartet Gabrieli This virtuoso work of 29Nimrod, the ninth variation from Elgar's masterpiece Op. 36, "Enigma Variations" (1898 99) is one of the most recognized works in the classical repertoire. There are so many adjectives to describe this piece of genius: stately, majestic, serious, solemn, moving, noble, languid, stoic, enduring and sublime. There are few works in the repertoire that bring forth such strong emotions as this work, which is often performed for funerals and for Memorial