21st Century (2011). These dances for tuba and piano are inspired by the unique atmosphere of Balkan popular music, namely its lively nature, use of compound rhythms as well as the melancholic and nostalgic character. In three tonal movements, thedances highlight both the technical and lyrical qualities of the tuba. The third movement incorporates "multiphonics". The premiere was at the International Accordion Festival "Acordeoes do Mundo" Torres Verdas, Portugal, in October 2011. -the publisher