20th Century Trombones - Chamber Concert

Enjoy an unforgettable journey through the golden age of American music with the trombone quartet “Slide Area.” Their program, “20th Century Trombones,” offers a vibrant mix of original works for trombonium quartet from both North and South America, alongside fresh arrangements of beloved themes—from the electrifying melodies of Bernard Bernstein’s *West Side Story* to iconic film scores. With four masterful players—Helfried Hoyer, Robert Franke, Theresa Pröbstl, and Sören Fries—this ensemble delivers a rich palette of sound and style in every note. **Highlights include:** - “I Dreamed a Dream” (Claude‑Michel Schönberg, *Les Misérables*) - Bernstein’s “*West Side Story*” (arranged by Dennis Armitage) - Eric Ewazen’s “Myths and Legends” - Enrique Crespo’s “Three Milongas” - George Gershwin’s “Portrait of Gershwin” (arranged by Dennis Armitage) - Alan Silvestri’s “Back to the Future” (arranged by A. Sobolewski) - Klaus Badelt’s “Pirates of the Caribbean” (arranged by A. Sobolewski) Prepare to be moved by the trombone’s expressive possibilities and discover an essential new chapter in live concert film. [Details & tickets]