Romance for Trombone and Piano
Romance for Trombone and Piano – Dale Vail
Instrumentation: Trombone Solo with Piano Accompaniment
Format: Digital Download (PDF)
Difficulty: Grade 8
Composed in 2017, Romance for Trombone and Piano is a lyrical and expressive solo work by Dale Vail. Drawing inspiration from the romantic tradition while incorporating Vail’s own harmonic language, the piece explores the emotional breadth and tonal warmth of the trombone.
The music is harmonically fluid, frequently shifting between tonal centers—particularly around G♭ and D♭ major. This instability reflects a deeper yearning and search for resolution, as the soloist journeys through a series of expressive transformations. As the theme develops, it grows increasingly impassioned, reaching into the trombone’s upper register to convey longing and emotional intensity.
The piece concludes delicately, wavering between D♭ and D major, before gently returning to the key in which it began—bringing the musical and emotional arc full circle.
Included in your purchase:
Trombone Solo Part (PDF)
Piano Accompaniment Score (PDF)
An ideal recital or competition piece for advanced trombonists, Romance is a showcase of lyrical playing, harmonic nuance, and musical storytelling.
Romance for Trombone and Piano – Dale Vail
Instrumentation: Trombone Solo with Piano Accompaniment
Format: Digital Download (PDF)
Difficulty: Grade 8
Composed in 2017, Romance for Trombone and Piano is a lyrical and expressive solo work by Dale Vail. Drawing inspiration from the romantic tradition while incorporating Vail’s own harmonic language, the piece explores the emotional breadth and tonal warmth of the trombone.
The music is harmonically fluid, frequently shifting between tonal centers—particularly around G♭ and D♭ major. This instability reflects a deeper yearning and search for resolution, as the soloist journeys through a series of expressive transformations. As the theme develops, it grows increasingly impassioned, reaching into the trombone’s upper register to convey longing and emotional intensity.
The piece concludes delicately, wavering between D♭ and D major, before gently returning to the key in which it began—bringing the musical and emotional arc full circle.
Included in your purchase:
Trombone Solo Part (PDF)
Piano Accompaniment Score (PDF)
An ideal recital or competition piece for advanced trombonists, Romance is a showcase of lyrical playing, harmonic nuance, and musical storytelling.
Romance for Trombone and Piano – Dale Vail
Instrumentation: Trombone Solo with Piano Accompaniment
Format: Digital Download (PDF)
Difficulty: Grade 8
Composed in 2017, Romance for Trombone and Piano is a lyrical and expressive solo work by Dale Vail. Drawing inspiration from the romantic tradition while incorporating Vail’s own harmonic language, the piece explores the emotional breadth and tonal warmth of the trombone.
The music is harmonically fluid, frequently shifting between tonal centers—particularly around G♭ and D♭ major. This instability reflects a deeper yearning and search for resolution, as the soloist journeys through a series of expressive transformations. As the theme develops, it grows increasingly impassioned, reaching into the trombone’s upper register to convey longing and emotional intensity.
The piece concludes delicately, wavering between D♭ and D major, before gently returning to the key in which it began—bringing the musical and emotional arc full circle.
Included in your purchase:
Trombone Solo Part (PDF)
Piano Accompaniment Score (PDF)
An ideal recital or competition piece for advanced trombonists, Romance is a showcase of lyrical playing, harmonic nuance, and musical storytelling.