Elgar - Nimrod from Enigma Variations for 8-part Trombone Ensemble italian Biber's Sonata à 7 was

Biber's Sonata à 7 was composed in 1667 for 7 Trumpets

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and the lowest part may be performed on either tuba or bass trombone

yet it can also have a great dramatic effect

Elgar - Nimrod from Enigma Variations for 8-part Trombone Ensemble italian Biber's Sonata à 7 wasNimrod, the ninth variation from Elgar's masterpiece Op. 36, "Enigma Variations" (1898 99) is one of the most recognized works in the classical repertoire. There are so many adjectives to describe this work of genius: stately, majestic, serious, solemn, moving, noble, languid, stoic, enduring and sublime. There are few works in the repertoire that bring forth such strong emotions as this work, which is often performed for funerals and for Memorial Day