El Matador – Paso Doble for Concert Band

Composed by Keith Terrett

Bring the colour, passion and excitement of Spain to your next concert with El Matador, an exhilarating original Paso Doble for Concert Band by internationally published composer Keith Terrett.

Inspired by the atmosphere of the Spanish bullring, El Matador combines brilliant fanfares, soaring melodies, driving rhythms and sparkling orchestration to create a thrilling concert work from beginning to end. Rich in authentic Spanish character, this audience favourite captures the drama, elegance and spectacle of the traditional paso doble while showcasing every section of the band.

Originally recorded by the legendary Foden's Brass Band under the direction of Glyn Williams, El Matador was also broadcast on BBC Radio 2's Listen to the Band, presented by Frank Renton, and has become one of Keith Terrett's best-known original compositions.

Scored for standard Concert Band instrumentation, El Matador is ideal as a concert opener, festival work, encore or featured item for bands seeking an energetic and colourful addition to their repertoire.

Perfect for:

• Concerts
• Wind Band Festivals
• School, Community and University Bands
• Outdoor Summer Concerts
• Spanish-themed Programmes
• Pops Concerts
• Encore Performances

With its infectious rhythms, memorable themes and brilliant scoring, El Matador is guaranteed to delight audiences and become a favourite with players alike.

Duration: Approximately 3 minutes.

 To hear a live Brass Band recording by Foden's Band, take a look here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PvDa98j4y8A