Sidney King: Tangos Ardientes for two double basses & percussion (optional)

About the Composition This work for two double basses and optional percussion was commissioned by Elisabeth Ellison as a gift for her husband Paul on the happy occasion of their marriage in August of 2013. This is in the rhythmic form of a Tangos Flamencos, and can be performed with or without percussion. About the Composer Sidney King’s multi-faceted career as a double bassist spans over four decades. His extensive experience as an orchestral performer includes appearances with some of the most prestigious ensembles in the country. He has performed with the symphonies of Detroit, Cincinnati, Houston, Pittsburgh, Indianapolis, Buffalo, and Nashville, as well as with the Louisiana Philharmonic and the St. Paul Chamber Orchestra. He held the position of Assistant Principal Bassist of the Louisville Orchestra from 1984-2006. He has performed at the Grand Teton Music Festival since 1991, and has served as principal bassist of the Houston Grand Opera, the Texas Opera Theater, the Sunflowe