Charles Reskin
Balada
in Barcelona for 2 trumpets and piano
- Level: intermediate / advanced
- Duration: 5'30
- Genre: contemporary
- Composed: 2019
Reference: TP358
CHF16.00
- Instrumentation: trumpet parts in C or B-flat
- Published: 2020
- Pages: 12
- Publisher: Editions Bim
Balada (excerpt 1)
Balada (excerpt 2)
Charles Reskin (*1946)
Charles Reskin was born in New York City in 1946. Though he started out as a percussionist, he soon became attracted to the trumpet. During his high school years he played both instruments with loc...
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About Balada
Balada was written (as Showdown at the Hoedown) for the brilliant Romm Family Trio - Ronald, Avis and Aaron Romm.
It was inspired by a trip that I took to Barcelona with my lady friend, to whom the work is dedicated.
In the piece, I imagine an afternoon stroll along La Rambla, admiring the old buildings, the vendors, the peaceful ambience. As we arrive at the Plaza Catalunya, there is a street flamenco dance performance going on. After enjoying the show, we move on and return to our tranquil sightseeing.
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