"Excursions is an adventure through rugged musical terrain for tuba quartet. It is written in three movements. The first is a rocky and rugged Allegro that creates an uneven energetic path for the audience and performers to trek through. The second movement is very lush and introspective, reminiscent of sitting back and looking at the stars at night and reflecting on the life you are temporarily separated from. The third movement evokes the sensation of fleeing in panic. Overall, this piece shows off the ensemble's musical muscle with many passages that require a high level of control in dynamics, range and technicality, and is as much of an adventure for the performers as it is for the audience."

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Excursions - For Tuba Quartet

"This is a piece about our journey to find the answers that will bring us inner and outer peace. It is a reflection on our determination to cure the problems that plague us and the rest of the world. The depth and swelling of the harmonies depict the weight of some of the decisions made and epiphanies discovered on our journey. The melodies show the strength we use and our perseverance that push us to fight to the very end. The journey ends very much like it begins, but our journey leaves us worn out and a little more resistant to go on until clarity is reached in our last few steps." Sheet music for this piece can be purchased through the following link: http://www.potenzamusic.com/song-without-words-for-tuba-euphonium-quartet-124017.cfm

Song Without Words for Tuba Quartet

Excerpts From the World Premiere of Monolith performed by Jose Leon in Aguacalientes, Mexico during their International Trombone Week 2013

Live Excerpts of Monolith's World Premiere

This my first attempt at recording myself playing multiple parts. The piece is the first movement of  Erik Satie’s gorgeous Gymnopedie No.1.  Originally written for Piano, I arranged it for 5 Euphoniums. Here’s hoping I can get around to arranging and recording the rest of the suite.

Gymnopedie No. 1 Arranged for Solo Euph and Euph Quartet

This why I shouldn't own recording equipment.

What does the Fox say? - Multitrack Euphonium

Low Brass Duet version of Bach's Canon alla Duodecima in Contrapuncto alla Quinta

Canon alla Duodecima in Contrapuncto alla Quinta - Low Brass Duet

Complete Midi realization with inaccurate percussion sounds (sorry.) Sheet music can be found here: http://www.potenzamusic.com/monolith-for-bass-trombone-and-orchestral-winds-131902.cfm

Monolith Fantasy - For Bass Trombone (OR Contrabass Tuba) and Orhcestral Winds

Written for Jay Hunsberger and The University of South Florida Tuba-Euphonium Ensemble. Sheet music can be found at http://www.potenzamusic.com/mofongo-relleno-for-tuba-euphonium-ensemble-132882.cfm

Mofongo Relleno for tuba ensemble

Scherzo for Flute written in 2006. 2nd place in Miami-Dade College Composition Competition.

Scherzo for Flute

Breaking The Cycle - Tuba and Piano

Nocturne for Clarinet and Piano

Solo Bass Trombone and Trombone Quintet - Written for Jose Leon.

MONOLITH - Solo Bass Trombone and Antiphonal Trombone Quintet

Alejandro Guardia, Jr. has been performing, educating, and composing for almost 2 decades now. His musical background started at the age of 11 when he was introduced to the Euphonium. He then expanded his musical limits to the Trombone and Tuba, and is currently an active studio musician in South Florida. Alejandro has studied privately with Calvin Jenkins and Jay Hunsberger along with performing in masterclasses for Brandon Jones, Gail Roberston, Jason Ham, Marc Dickman, and others. He has performed with several bands and orchestras in South Florida and was most recently appointed Principal Euphonium of the Miami Wind Symphony. Alejandro started composing music at the age of 15. Since then, his original works have been performed several times throughout the United States and is now gaining some interest in other countries. As an educator, He has been lucky enough to have both been taught by and taught along with some of the most talented educators in South Florida. This collection of experiences not only allowed him to grow as an educator, but also allowed him to understand the importance of fundamentals and how to motivate and inspire young musicians. This shows in his original music for marching band. Though most of the music will sound difficult and will wow the audience the primary focus of his work is good fundamental playing. This pedagogical approach to both teaching and writing allows for great musicianship in any ensemble whether they be indoors or outdoors. Alejandro is currently the Assistant Director of Bands at Miami Killian Senior High School and a member of the International Tuba and Euphonium Association, National Association for Music Education, American Society of Composers, Arrangers, and Publishers, American Federation of Musicians Local 655, and the Florida Bandmasters Association.

Alejandro Guardia,Jr.

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