Thank you for the kind words. The highest note is a "C" 4 spaces above the bass clef staff. I would recommend practicing exercises that can incorporate intervallic leaps until you get to the high C. In fact, try practicing this by playing these pitches: 1ST LINE ABOVE BASS CLEF C to E, C to G (above it), C to High C. Do that exercise until you have the strength and air speed to make the high C come out consistently. Be patient and GOOD LUCK!
Thank you! The main advice I can give about the 3rd movement is to memorize the melodic line to help with the counting between the 3/4 and 4/4 measures.
I practice playing whole notes (like in a scale) and as I ascend, I increase or decrease the speed of my vibrrato to help with my control. I'm glad you enjoyed the performance. Thank you!
@@elelsey Ok, cool. I am a disabled vet (PTSD) and in recovery for alcohol and drug abuse. Playing music (primarily euphonium) has been a major help in my recovery. Anyways…Eastman heard about my story and is gifting me an EEP526s (next week at my community band rehearsal). Hence my curiosity of the specific make/model. I guess I’ll be like an amateur brand artist. :) (I’m super excited and humbled.)
I just saw your video for the first time tonight. DUDE! That was SWEET! It brought back memories. I performed the piece on my Senior recital, in college. (April of 1989) You made some different musical choices than I did, but it was ... an honor to hear your performance. (BTW, you posted this video about the time I was retiring from the US Army, as a euphonium player.)
Kevin Robertson It is an Eastman and I'm playing on a Giddings and Webster Boreas mouthpiece (they don't design it like this anymore but it is equivalent to a 5G). I don't perform as much as I used to so it makes me happy to see that my old videos are still enjoyable, helpful, etc.
I understand about not playing as much as you used to (long story). Eastman? I'm not familiar with that make of horn. I've been playing on a Willson 2900 since 1986. ... So, you are a "Giddings and Webster" fan, as well. ... I use a "Kadya" (variation on the Schilke 52 D) on my Willson, and have found the "E-1" mouthpiece (I think that is the successor to the "Boreas") to work better with the Besson horns.
This was such an astonishnig performance! I have emulated your sound when it comes to this solo. I have district Solo&Ensemble in February and I feel prepared already! I still have trouble at "J" in the first movement. That high G-low A-high G gap gets me every time. But beautiful performance and thank you for helping me!
im a junior in high school and this is my solo this year for solo and ensemble this is very helpful for me , i have to memorize it if i want to make STATE
Tony Martinez Glad that I can help you! Good luck with the memorization. The times that I did play this from memory, it was because I really enjoyed every aspect of the piece inside and outside of my solo part. The ride is so fun when you know the piece inside and out.
It is an Eastman Compensating Euph and it plays very well for me! The main tip I can give is to take a performance/recording of this that you like and emulate it as much as possible with regards to phrasing, dynamics, tempi, etc. Good luck!!!
Eddie, thank you for this incredible performance. This was the piece I was working on when I received news of a life-changing event, and this event brought out a new meaning in this composition. Your rendition of the Adagio in the middle of movement 1 nearly brought me to tears. Again, thank you for making such sublime music.
Thank you so much and good luck at Solo and Ensemble! Just try to isolate and figure out how much air it takes for each note and remember how it feels when you play those pitches. Also, make sure you practice it slow and then speed up the tempo once you've got it under your fingers.
I came across the first movement of this piece after listening to a collection of Euphonium solos and finding this recording was a blessing you sound like an angel and I'll definitely play this as my next piece because it sounds like an absolute blast :O
Eddie Elsey Did this solo last year and got into college with it and I gotta say, I sound nothing close to you and I really like your tone and playing style!! Keep up the good work!
Well done! I am a highbrass player. I play Trumpet & French horn/Mello. :) and wow low brass instruments sound beautiful if you play them good! amd you sure showed them!
Buddy what... I'm a good euphonium player for an 8th grader as well, especially considering the time ive been playing my instrument, but I would struggle to play it. I might be misunderstanding what you said, but god damn how good are you-
This is beautiful! Better than many other recordings of tuba! I have to audition with the first movement in a few weeks (CC tuba) and this, like many, helps tremendously!
Sort of a personal question, what state are you living in? I'm in High School (Junior) using this piece as a chance to make state (If I memorize the music either MVMNT 1&2 or MVMNT 2&3) and possibly my College audition. Your video is the one I keep coming back to. To make edits in the music. Thank you so much for this video! 😍😍😍
Hello! I am a Euphonium player in the 10th grade. I will be preforming this piece for Solo and Ensemble. I was wondering how you get this beautiful Vibrato from your instrument. Are there any exercises I can do to help with my Vibrato?
Yes. The Vining is a great book for fundamental work! I also play the F scale in whole notes to work up my vibrato. As I ascend note to note, I increase the speed and frequency of my vibrato and vice versa when I descend. I always say ta-ya-ya-ya when executing vibrato. Thanks for the kind words!
Freaking amazing man, I'm doing this piece for solo contest but I only have time for two moments and I can't decide which ones to do. What would you recommend?
Thank you! I would recommend 2 and 3. Start slow and end with something fun. The 3rd movement is one of my favorite works of music to do AND to listen to. Good luck!!!
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Thank you for the kind words. The highest note is a "C" 4 spaces above the bass clef staff. I would recommend practicing exercises that can incorporate intervallic leaps until you get to the high C. In fact, try practicing this by playing these pitches: 1ST LINE ABOVE BASS CLEF C to E, C to G (above it), C to High C. Do that exercise until you have the strength and air speed to make the high C come out consistently. Be patient and GOOD LUCK!
I may be 10 years late, and who knows where you are now sir, but I’m in highschool learning this piece and I appreciate your advice
@@davidiswaluigi5982 I'm glad it's helpful to you. Best of luck with your performance!!
Learning this in school rn it’s a great performance
YES!! THIS IS SO BEAUTIFUL! ONE OF THE BEST RECORDINGS OF THIS ON UA-cam.
Matthew Trevino Wow! What an awesome compliment! Thank you!
Thank you! The main advice I can give about the 3rd movement is to memorize the melodic line to help with the counting between the 3/4 and 4/4 measures.
euphoniums are the best!
Yes they are!
I practice playing whole notes (like in a scale) and as I ascend, I increase or decrease the speed of my vibrrato to help with my control. I'm glad you enjoyed the performance. Thank you!
Do you still play on an Eastman horn? (EEP526?)
@iMav_ I still have it. I don't perform as much as I used to but, yes, I still play on an Eastman.
@@elelsey Ok, cool.
I am a disabled vet (PTSD) and in recovery for alcohol and drug abuse. Playing music (primarily euphonium) has been a major help in my recovery.
Anyways…Eastman heard about my story and is gifting me an EEP526s (next week at my community band rehearsal). Hence my curiosity of the specific make/model.
I guess I’ll be like an amateur brand artist. :) (I’m super excited and humbled.)
@@iMav_ That is AMAZING news!! I'm so happy for your success and your recovery!
I just saw your video for the first time tonight.
DUDE! That was SWEET!
It brought back memories. I performed the piece on my Senior recital, in college. (April of 1989)
You made some different musical choices than I did, but it was ... an honor to hear your performance.
(BTW, you posted this video about the time I was retiring from the US Army, as a euphonium player.)
Kevin Robertson Thank you so much! It is definitely one of my favorite all-time solo pieces to play. Glad you enjoyed it!
Given what I heard, I hope you are still playing. (It's one of my favorites, too.)
Just curious. Is that a Yamaha horn you are playing on? and what is the mouthpiece you used? ... Don't recognize that either.
Kevin Robertson It is an Eastman and I'm playing on a Giddings and Webster Boreas mouthpiece (they don't design it like this anymore but it is equivalent to a 5G). I don't perform as much as I used to so it makes me happy to see that my old videos are still enjoyable, helpful, etc.
I understand about not playing as much as you used to (long story).
Eastman? I'm not familiar with that make of horn. I've been playing on a Willson 2900 since 1986. ... So, you are a "Giddings and Webster" fan, as well. ... I use a "Kadya" (variation on the Schilke 52 D) on my Willson, and have found the "E-1" mouthpiece (I think that is the successor to the "Boreas") to work better with the Besson horns.
This is the best performance I've heard of this wonderful suite. The accompanist was outstanding. Thanks for posting.
Hey man, just thought I should let you know that your playing is phenomenal!
Thank you so much! I really appreciate the kind words!
This was such an astonishnig performance! I have emulated your sound when it comes to this solo. I have district Solo&Ensemble in February and I feel prepared already! I still have trouble at "J" in the first movement. That high G-low A-high G gap gets me every time. But beautiful performance and thank you for helping me!
your tone is stunning!!!
Liz Gelinas Thank you!!!
Best I've ever heard this played. Your interpretation was what I based most of my musical interpretation on. Thanks for sharing! Very good!
Hi Ho Silver! brilliant horn sheen. Super full tone .....best lighting of anyone. Best to remove the music stand to sell the horn.
Thanks, I'm in 7th grade my baritone looks exactly like yours and This is motivational for starting players like me
I'm glad that it has helped you. This is one of my favorite pieces to perform. Keep practicing and GOOD LUCK!!!
Thank you very much have good night
I LOVE THIS SUITE!!!! You did such a good job!
Thank you so much!!
Baritone is the best instrument period.
I'm doing this for solo and ensomble this year I'm in the ninth grade and I'm glad I found this perfect example thanks for the video!
Hey doing this for a audition your video helped me learn the rhythm quicker. thanks a lot
p.s. you are a great euphonium/baritone player inspirational
im a junior in high school and this is my solo this year for solo and ensemble this is very helpful for me , i have to memorize it if i want to make STATE
Tony Martinez Glad that I can help you! Good luck with the memorization. The times that I did play this from memory, it was because I really enjoyed every aspect of the piece inside and outside of my solo part. The ride is so fun when you know the piece inside and out.
It is an Eastman Compensating Euph and it plays very well for me! The main tip I can give is to take a performance/recording of this that you like and emulate it as much as possible with regards to phrasing, dynamics, tempi, etc. Good luck!!!
Do you still play the EEP526?
@iMav_ Yes I still play it from time to time.
@@elelsey so, not your primary horn?
@@iMav_ My primary instrument is trombone. This is the only euphonium I own.
@@elelsey ahhh, got it. I wasn’t aware…I was directed to this video specifically because someone told me it was performed on the EEP526. :)
Thank you for listening!
Eddie, thank you for this incredible performance. This was the piece I was working on when I received news of a life-changing event, and this event brought out a new meaning in this composition. Your rendition of the Adagio in the middle of movement 1 nearly brought me to tears. Again, thank you for making such sublime music.
I'm so glad you enjoyed it and your compliment is greatly appreciated! Thank you so much for the kind words!
I'm freshman tuba player playing this for solos. I will definitely use this video as a guide. You sounded great 👍
Thank you! Glad it's helpful for you!
MAN THIS IS JUST TOOOOO GOOD!!!!
Thank you!
Thank you so much and good luck at Solo and Ensemble! Just try to isolate and figure out how much air it takes for each note and remember how it feels when you play those pitches. Also, make sure you practice it slow and then speed up the tempo once you've got it under your fingers.
素晴らしいです！
Great Performance!! I'm interested in doing this solo and this will very likely be my study guide.
Good job, it sounded really awesome!!!
You are AMAZING! This is a great recording for me to listen to and to try to mimic. THANKS. :D.
I'm glad you enjoyed it...Thank you and good luck with this fantastic piece!
Wow you sound wonderful I'm a student at Wayne State College and I'm playing this Suite for my 300 jury this semester.
Amazing performance! Your vibrato is beautiful. Any tips as to how to develop a good one?
Thank you so much and good luck to you on your jury!
I came across the first movement of this piece after listening to a collection of Euphonium solos and finding this recording was a blessing you sound like an angel and I'll definitely play this as my next piece because it sounds like an absolute blast :O
Thanks so much for the kind words!
Really great job. Phenomenal tone, intonation and technique. Nice work.
Austin Wilson Thanks so much for the kind compliments!
Eddie Elsey Did this solo last year and got into college with it and I gotta say, I sound nothing close to you and I really like your tone and playing style!! Keep up the good work!
Thank you for the kind words! Congrats to you as well!
Hey I'm listening to this for the first time it's phenomenal im a junior in high school and I want to play this for my senior year any tips
Sounds fabulous! I'm gonna subscribe your channel!!!
Very sweet
THE BEST!
Well done! I am a highbrass player. I play Trumpet & French horn/Mello. :) and wow low brass instruments sound beautiful if you play them good! amd you sure showed them!
Wow! What a compliment! Thank you!
Thanks for sharing! Great Work!
Thank you!
I really wanna play movement 1 for solo&ensamble but i dont know if i can be confident about that high C😭
playing this tomorrow for my solo at solo & ensemble.
I have ever played this in tuba before.
Euphonium version is very beutiful!!
I love your sounds! Good luck!
Thank you!
I’m playing this on tuba for my eight grade piece and I’m in love with if
Buddy what... I'm a good euphonium player for an 8th grader as well, especially considering the time ive been playing my instrument, but I would struggle to play it. I might be misunderstanding what you said, but god damn how good are you-
What am I saying I'm like 2 years away from playing at a minimum lol.
Amazing!
Playing movements 1 and 2 of this for my audition for CU Boulder!
this is my solo for solo/ensemble
You're amazing.
Nice stuff indeed!!!
nice muito legal gostei muito parabens cara!
BRAVO!!!
Thanks so much! I'm glad I can help!
Amazing
Thank you so much!
This is beautiful! Better than many other recordings of tuba! I have to audition with the first movement in a few weeks (CC tuba) and this, like many, helps tremendously!
Great Sound! O.o!
I will play this song in my Senior Recital.
I need an advice. about 3rd Mvnt.
Apologize if my English is poor.
Thank you.
Thanks!!!
Thank you so much, first time I was very confused. haha
Thank you, thank you.
This honestly inspired me, Funny thing is i have the exact same euphonium. i have been playing for aboout a year so thanks for the insepration
I don't perform nearly as much anymore so, I'm glad that my videos are still able to inspire. Thank you for the kind words and and good luck!
Bro I'm practicing this peice as a 8th grader and I look up to this recording
What kind of horn are you using. Its beautiful. I plan on playing this for an audition piece. What are some tips you would give someone.
Cool! Good luck!
Sort of a personal question, what state are you living in? I'm in High School (Junior) using this piece as a chance to make state (If I memorize the music either MVMNT 1&2 or MVMNT 2&3) and possibly my College audition. Your video is the one I keep coming back to. To make edits in the music. Thank you so much for this video! 😍😍😍
Thank you so much! I'm in Louisiana.
Hello! I am a Euphonium player in the 10th grade. I will be preforming this piece for Solo and Ensemble.
I was wondering how you get this beautiful Vibrato from your instrument. Are there any exercises I can do to help with my Vibrato?
I'm trying this for contest to.good luck!
DAVID VINING DAILY ROUTINES!!!!!! It is the book Adam Frey uses with high school students. I suggest you look into it.
Yes. The Vining is a great book for fundamental work! I also play the F scale in whole notes to work up my vibrato. As I ascend note to note, I increase the speed and frequency of my vibrato and vice versa when I descend. I always say ta-ya-ya-ya when executing vibrato. Thanks for the kind words!
Mr. Elsey, how is the EEP526s? Could you make a video review? I'm deeply curious as are many of us in the euphonium world.
You are very good player! I can't play it.
Very nice! Could you tell me a bit about the range required for the piece? The first movement in particular you made sound so easy
Farendole Smith the lowest note is a low G and the highest is a double high C
Nicely done!
Thank you! Glad you enjoyed it!!!
Can you send a link of the PDF cause I really wanna play this
I don't have a PDF of this but you may be able to find one on pdfcoffee.com
I just posted a video response. Could you take a look at it and tell me what I can work on? It's the first movement of this piece.
Game of thrones???
Sheet music?
@@StacyLove-s4w You can find the title online at various places. 😁
What mouthpiece is he playing on?
Old style Boreas from Giddings and Webster
Suite for tuba transposed up an octave*
Freaking amazing man, I'm doing this piece for solo contest but I only have time for two moments and I can't decide which ones to do. What would you recommend?
Thank you! I would recommend 2 and 3. Start slow and end with something fun. The 3rd movement is one of my favorite works of music to do AND to listen to. Good luck!!!
josh janes i personally am doing 1 and 2 however if you do that start with 2 and end with 1
Nice tone!
Did you Play Trombone? Your sound like line-drive.
I do play trombone and I have a few videos of my trombone playing on my channel.
Great performance. A way to improve, stronger tonguing on the melody.
Really good but sounds better on tuba
Suit for Tuba, not baritone. But nice recording.
Euphoniumの方がgood!!
Eastman?
Yes it is the Eastman pro compensating euphonium.
Eddie Elsey I really liked your loved sound very good! congratulations sorry my english I'm from Brazil..