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Edgley, M. K. (2016). The Evolution of the Tuba Concerto: Significance and Musical Growth Beyond Tubby. Retrieved from http://purl.flvc.org/fsu/fd/FSU_2016SU_Edgley_fsu_0071E_12851
This treatise examines the evolution of the tuba concerto. The goals of this study are to show how the tuba concerto began, to illustrate the musical significance, and to provide an increased awareness of the positive attributes and importance of the tuba concerto genre. This discussion provides a clear, chronological look at different aspects of tuba concertos to show the progress the genre has made over time. The discussion begins with a selection of the early tuba concertos, from the late nineteenth century through to the 1950s, and their characteristics. Following is an overview of general characteristics and trends in tuba concertos in each decade, starting in the 1960s. One concerto from each decade is examined in detail, emphasizing some of the interesting facets of each work, followed by a brief formal analysis. Review of specific concertos from each decade shows the growth of the tuba concerto over time. The appendices will then provide an index of tuba concertos. While the genre began as almost a novelty, tuba concertos have evolved into works that are substantial in their artistry and musical value. Today, tuba concertos are performed, composed, and commissioned by major artists and groups worldwide. The findings of this paper support this thesis and documents evolution of the tuba concerto into a form of serious and well- respected composition.
A Treatise submitted to the College of Music in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the degree of Doctor of Music.
Bibliography Note
Includes bibliographical references.
Advisory Committee
Paul Ebbers, Professor Directing Treatise; Michael Buchler, University Representative; John Drew, Committee Member; Deborah Bish, Committee Member.
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Florida State University
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FSU_2016SU_Edgley_fsu_0071E_12851
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Edgley, M. K. (2016). The Evolution of the Tuba Concerto: Significance and Musical Growth Beyond Tubby. Retrieved from http://purl.flvc.org/fsu/fd/FSU_2016SU_Edgley_fsu_0071E_12851