This work was commissioned by Professor James Watson for the brass faculty of the Royal Academy of Music and was composed during August and September 2006. It is the second of five sonatas for brass and piano (Tuba Bass Trombone Tenor Trombone Horn Trumpet/Flugelhorn) and a concluding work for brass ensemble) of which the last five were commissioned by the RAM. The first performance was given on 15 March 2007 by Daniel West (to whom the work is dedicated) and Timothy End. All five sonatas will be published by Queen's Temple Publications during 2009.

Considered as one of the hardest works for solo Trombone Piece in Eb minor by Joseph Guy Ropartz is a mix of Romantic and Impressionist influences. This piece requires a strong endurance: the second part starting after the half of the first page shows the hardest run when most players would already start lacking of endurance! Great piece for recitals and exams for advanced players it will be beneficial to strengthen your breathing abilities while playing. Joseph Guy Ropartz is a French composer and conductor. He composed Violin sonatas Cello sonatas string quartets Piano trios string trios and fivesymphonies. He also wrote some poetry.

Arrangeur: Kurt Sturzenegger. Par PORPORA NICOLA ANTONIO. / Niveau : Intermédiaire / Répertoire / Trombone Basse et Piano ou Orgue

Arrangeur: John Glenesk Mortimer. Par VIVALDI ANTONIO. / Niveau : Avancé / Répertoire / Trombone Basse et Piano ou Orgue