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Title	Posaunen-Parade
Category	Concert/wind/brass band
Subcategory	Dixieland, ragtime, Charleston
Instrumentation	Ha (concert/wind band); 3Trb (3 Trombones)
Instrumentation/info	Dixiemarsch f. 3Trb
Format	PrtStm (full score and parts)
Year of publication	2010
Price	75.00 EUR (incl. 10 % Austrian VAT)
Composer	Maly-Karel, Vaclav
Arranger	Gerstbrein, Franz
Performer	Neue Böhmische Blasmusik
Difficulty level	3
Duration	2:40
Additional info/contents	The Dixieland march "Trombone Parade" by Václav Mály-Karel, arranged by Franz Gerstbrein for three trombones and wind orchestra, is a popular work in the Dixieland style. The arrangement highlights the trombones as a solo group and combines traditional march structures with syncopated rhythms.
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Programme notes: The Dixie March "Trombone Parade" by Václav Mály-Karel, arranged for three trombones and wind orchestra by Franz Gerstbrein The Dixie March "Trombone Parade" by the Czech composer Václav Mály-Karel is a popular piece in the wind band repertoire. The arrangement for three trombones and wind orchestra by Franz Gerstbrein is particularly well-known and is regularly performed by the band "Neue Böhmische Blasmusik" (New Bohemian Wind Music). The piece combines traditional march structures with the lively character of the Dixieland style and offers a unique sound through the prominent role of the trombones. • Structure and Musical Arrangement The structure of "Trombone Parade" follows the classic march form and is compact, with a playing time of approximately two minutes and forty seconds. Typical of the Dixieland style are syncopated rhythms and a driving, swinging pulse, which lend the work its rhythmic vitality. Franz Gerstbrein's arrangement highlights the three trombones as a solo group, alternating with the wind orchestra. This creates a dialogic structure and emphasizes the piece's sonic depth. Thematically, the work develops with an introduction, main theme, trio, and coda, with the trombones fulfilling both melodic and harmonic functions. • The Role of Franz Gerstbrein's Arrangement Gerstbrein's arrangement is rated as moderately challenging (level three) and is therefore suitable for ambitious amateur and semi-professional ensembles. Gerstbrein adapted Mály-Karel's original composition for wind orchestra and integrated the three trombones as a central sonic element. This arrangement allows for a rich tonal variety, as the trombones enrich the overall sound with their warm, full tone and create contrasts with the brighter woodwind and brass instruments. Furthermore, the three-trombone scoring offers performance flexibility, making the piece suitable for both larger wind orchestras and smaller ensembles. Stylistically, Gerstbrein preserves the typical Dixieland character by emphasizing the trombones' freedom of improvisation while maintaining the structural clarity of the march. • Significance in the Repertoire of "New Bohemian Brass Music" The "Trombone Parade" holds a firm place in the repertoire of "New Bohemian Brass Music." The piece is particularly well-suited for concert programs, as its short, impactful contribution provides a welcome change from classical marches or symphonic works. Its lively, spirited character also shines at festive occasions, making it an ideal opening or closing piece. Furthermore, the "Trombone Parade" serves educational purposes, as its clear structure and the prominent role of the trombones introduce young musicians to the Dixieland style. • The "Trombone Parade" exemplifies the fusion of traditional brass band music with modern, stylistically diverse elements. Franz Gerstbrein's arrangement demonstrates how a classic Dixieland march can be reinterpreted through targeted instrumental accents. The piece impresses with its rhythmic vibrancy, the sonic presence of the trombones, and its suitability for various performance contexts. For the *"New Bohemian Brass Band"*, it is an indispensable part of the repertoire, combining both musical quality and entertainment value. • Text: musicainfo.net (KI) Quellen/Sources: Kliment Musikverlag: Posaunen-Parade

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	Posaunen-Parade (concert/wind band; 3 Trombones), full score and parts	75.00
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