Philip Sparke
Euphonium Concerto
A large-scale three-movement concerto that has entered the core repertoire, written for and closely associated with Steven Mead.
| Composer | Philip Sparke |
|---|---|
| Composed | 1995 |
| Era | 20th century |
| Difficulty | advanced |
| Accompaniment | Brass Band |
| Duration | ~16 minutes |
| Clef | bass, treble |
| Publisher | Anglo Music (1995) |
Sparke’s concerto is a full-scale statement of what the modern euphonium can do: brilliant outer movements framing a songful slow movement, all written with the composer’s characteristic idiomatic ease. It has become a staple of the international solo circuit and a frequent choice for competition finals, demanding secure high register, flexible lyricism, and real endurance.
Recordings
- Steven Mead
Sources
- Lloyd Bone & Eric Paull, Guide to the Euphonium Repertoire (2007)