Description

“I really enjoyed the madrigal-type feel and suspended diatonic harmonies.” (Bass News)
“Light and dancing, An Old Song would work extremely well as a …concert opener.”
(ISB) An Old Song is in a traditional and tonal style, emphasising the sonorous and cantabile qualities of the double bass. TheChorale-style idiom and slow moving chords adds an old world charm and style to a work which is beautifully sincere and effective in performance.
This edition includes a score parts for two versions – the original key (B minor) and a revised edition (G minor).
An Old Song, originally for Double Bass, Quartet, is also available for cello, bassoon or trombone quartet, and