Euphonium Concerto

This three-movement concerto (Allegro con brio, Espressivo and Vivacissimo) was commissioned by the famous Japanese euphonium player Tamao Araki. It demands a high level of instrumental proficiency from the soloist, while the accompaniment is less demanding and accessible for a band of an average level. Yagisawa’s clever use of the euphonium’s colourful sound palette with its beautiful melodic lines makes this composition a rare jewel.