Solos For The Trumpet Player includes a CD with piano accompaniments for each piece. The CD is enhanced so that it not only plays on any CD player but also features tempo adjustment software for CD-ROM computer use.

Trumpet parts in both B flat and E flat, simplified piano part and a free CD including piano backing tracks and orchestral performance extracts. Johann Nepomuk Hummel (1778-1837) composed this concerto in 1803 for the keyed trumpet, which had been developed by Anton Weidinger (1767-1852). Weidinger gave its first performance on New Year's Day 1804. Originally composed in the key of E, it is more commonly played in Eb. The keyed trumpet was the first type of trumpet which could play chromatically, but the invention was not a huge success: it suffered from a poor quality of sound. In the early 19th century, the invention of the valve rendered the keyed trumpet obsolete. This edition is intended to be more user-friendly than the others currently available: there is a much easier (and, dare I say, more stylistic) piano accompaniment - any doubling of the solo part has been removed, voicing simplified and my premise has been to imagine what it might have been before it was orchestrated, rather than trying to cram in every last piece of orchestral detail. Suggested cuts in the piano part have been indicated, giving a short introduction to each movement, perfect for auditions, recitals or exams. However, the bar numbers still tally with the longer original versions, which are included should they be required. The dynamics and articulation which I have added incorporate the weight of opinion in current editions and recordings, offering more guidance than 'scholarly' editions, without being overprescriptive. There is an appendix with suggested interpretation of trills and ornaments. Listening to as many different recordings as possible is the best way to assimilate good trills. The accompanying CD provides piano accompaniments and observes the suggested cuts. See page 38 for full track listing. There is free software available online (eg. speedshifter on the ABRSM website) which enables you to change the speed of a CD should you wish to practise slower, or indeed faster. The Hummel Concerto is often considered to be a sibling of the Haydn and Neruda Concertos, which are also available in this series published by Spartan Press. Samples of all three concertos are included on the CD with kind permission of Hyperion Records and Crispian Steele-Perkins. I hope you will be inspired to buy the complete recordings and listen to live performances.

Slawischer Tanz No. 2 by Antonin Dvorak (1841-1904). For trumpet & piano. Swiss import. Grade 4. Score and parts. Published by Editions Marc Reift (MA.EMR-6020).

Fur Elise by Ludwig van Beethoven (1770-1827). Arranged by Kenneth Amis. Brass Quintet. For 2 trumpets, french horn, trombone, tuba. Romantic. Full score and set of parts. Duration 2:45. Published by Amis Musical Circle (AI.AMC-BR-032).

Valse Triste by Jean Sibelius (1865-1957). Arranged by Kenneth Amis. Brass Quintet. For 2 trumpets, french horn, trombone, tuba. From the opera, Kuolema.. Romantic. Full score and set of parts. Duration 5:15. Published by Amis Musical Circle (AI.AMC-BR-026).

Slavonic Dance No. 5, Op.46 by Antonin Dvorak (1841-1904). Arranged by Kenneth Amis. Brass Quintet. For 2 trumpets, french horn, trombone, tuba, optional percussion. As recorded by the Empire Brass. Romantic. Full score and set of parts. Duration 3:30. Published by Amis Musical Circle (AI.AMC-BR-019).

Slavonic Dance No. 2, Op.46 by Antonin Dvorak (1841-1904). Arranged by Kenneth Amis. Brass Quintet. For 2 trumpets, french horn, trombone, tuba, optional percussion. Romantic. Full score and set of parts. Duration 5:00. Published by Amis Musical Circle (AI.AMC-BR-018).

Hunter's Chorus by Carl Maria von Weber (1786-1826). Arranged by B. Ward. For Concert Band (flute (oboe) clarinet in Bb (bass clarinet) alto saxophone, tenor saxophone (baritone saxophone) trumpet in Bb, horn in F, trombone (euphonium) (baritone Tc) tuba, timpani, mallets, snare drum, tenor drum, bass drum, crash cymbals, triangle). Band Music. Grade 2. Score only. Duration 1:35. Published by C. Alan Publications (CN.12271). Barry Ward has done a superb job of capturing the jolly spirit of the ever-popular "Hunter's Chorus" from Weber's opera 'Der Freischutz" in his arrangement for young bands.

Danse Napolitaine (Lac des Cygnes) by Piotr I. Tschaikovsky. Arranged by David Hickman. For trumpet and piano. Romantic. 3-4. Duration 3'. Published by Editions BIM (ET.TP181A).

Concertino in Eb by Sachse. Arranged by Stephen L. Glover. For trumpet (cornet) and piano. Romantic. 4. Composed 1871. Duration 14'. Published by Editions BIM (ET.TP167A).

Zapateado by Geronimo Gimenez (1854-1923). Arranged by Castellano Miguel Torres. For brass quintet (2.1.1.1). Romantic. 3. Score & parts. Composed 1900. Duration 1'30. Published by Editions BIM (ET.ENS164).

Leyenda (from Suite Española) by Isaac Albéniz. Arranged by David Marlatt. For 7 Trumpets & Percussion. Brass - Large Cornet (Trumpet) Ensemble; Masterworks. Eighth Note Publications. Masterwork Arrangement; Romantic. Score and set of parts. Duration 6:50. Published by Eighth Note Publications (AP.81-TE28171). ISBN 1554732948. Masterwork Arrangement; Romantic. Suite Espanola Op. 47, originally for solo piano, is made up of pieces written in 1886 in honor of the Queen of Spain. Like many of Albéniz' piano pieces, these works are miniature tone poems of different geographical regions and musical idioms of Spain.

Leyenda (from Suite Española) by Isaac Albéniz. Arranged by David Marlatt. For Brass Quintet. Brass Ensemble - Quintet; Masterworks. Eighth Note Publications. Masterwork Arrangement; Romantic. Score and set of parts. Duration 6:50. Published by Eighth Note Publications (AP.81-BQ28292). ISBN 1554732891. Masterwork Arrangement; Romantic. Suite Espanola Op. 47, originally for solo piano, is made up of pieces written in 1886 in honour of the Queen of Spain. Like many of Albéniz' piano pieces, these works are miniature tone poems of different geographical regions and musical idioms of Spain.

Granada (from Suite Española) by Isaac Albéniz. Arranged by David Marlatt. For 6 Trumpets. Brass - Large Cornet (Trumpet) Ensemble; Masterworks. Eighth Note Publications. Masterwork Arrangement; Romantic. Score and set of parts. Duration 5:20. Published by Eighth Note Publications (AP.81-TE28170). ISBN 155473293X. Masterwork Arrangement; Romantic. Suite Espanola Op. 47, originally for solo piano, is made up of pieces written in 1886 in honor of the Queen of Spain. Like many of Albéniz' piano pieces, these works are miniature tone poems of different geographical regions and musical idioms of Spain.

Ave Maria by Charles François Gounod. Arranged by David Marlatt. For Brass Quintet. Brass Ensemble - Quintet; Masterworks. Eighth Note Publications. Masterwork Arrangement; Romantic. Score and set of parts. Duration 2:15. Published by Eighth Note Publications (AP.81-BQ28293). ISBN 1554733022. Masterwork Arrangement; Romantic. This Ave Maria was originally named Meditation by the composer Charles Gounod (1818-1893). He wrote this famous melody to the accompaniment of the first prelude of the Well-Tempered Clavier by Johann Sebastian Bach (1685-1750).

Nessun Dorma (from Turnadot) by Giacomo Puccini (1858-1924). Arranged by David Marlatt. For Brass Quintet & Tenor. Brass Ensemble - Quintet; Masterworks. Eighth Note Publications. Masterwork Arrangement; Romantic. Score and set of parts. Duration 1:50. Published by Eighth Note Publications (AP.81-BQ28294). ISBN 1554733030. Masterwork Arrangement; Romantic. This is the ultimate tenor aria and has been arranged here for tenor (voice) soloist and quintet. A solo from the opening, this piece is ideal to show off a guest with the quintet. This arrangement is in the original key.

Post Im Walde by Schaffer. For brass quintet (2 Trumpets, 1 Horn/Euphonium, 2 Trombones). Romantic. Full score & parts. Published by Uetz Music (UZ.ECR9809).

The Star Spangled Banner by Francis Scott Key. Arranged by David Marlatt. For 8 Trumpets & Percussion. Brass - Large Cornet (Trumpet) Ensemble. Eighth Note Publications. Patriotic; Romantic. Score and set of parts. Duration 1:05. Published by Eighth Note Publications (AP.81-TE28159). ISBN 1554732212. Patriotic; Romantic. The American National Anthem is one of the most famous national songs in the world. The power and majesty of this work has been captured in arrangements for such ensembles as trumpet ensemble, brass quintet, countless vocal renditions and military band. This arrangement is for 8 trumpets and optional percussion.

Cousins (Cornet and Trombone Duet and Concert Band) by Herbert L. Clarke (1867-1945). Arranged by David Marlatt. Concert Band. Concert Band. Eighth Note Publications. 20th Century; Romantic. Grade 4. Conductor Score. 20 pages. Published by Eighth Note Publications (AP.81-CB28123S). ISBN 1554732611. 20th Century; Romantic.

Petite Piece Concertante (Little Concert Piece) (Solo Cornet and Concert Band) by Guillaume Balay. Arranged by David Marlatt. Concert Band. Concert Band; Masterworks. Eighth Note Publications. 20th Century; Masterwork Arrangement; Romantic. Grade 3. Conductor Score. 20 pages. Published by Eighth Note Publications (AP.81-CB28126S). ISBN 1554732646. 20th Century; Masterwork Arrangement; Romantic.

The Maid of the Mist (Solo Cornet and Concert Band) by Herbert L. Clarke (1867-1945). Arranged by David Marlatt. Concert Band. Concert Band. Eighth Note Publications. 20th Century; Romantic. Grade 3. Conductor Score. 20 pages. Published by Eighth Note Publications (AP.81-CB28124S). ISBN 155473262X. 20th Century; Romantic.

Hailstorm (Solo Cornet and Concert Band) by William Rimmer. Arranged by David Marlatt. Concert Band. Concert Band. Eighth Note Publications. 20th Century; Romantic. Grade 3. Conductor Score. 32 pages. Published by Eighth Note Publications (AP.81-CB28127S). ISBN 1554732654. 20th Century; Romantic.

Short and Sweet (Cornet Duet and Concert Band) by Thomas Short. Edited by David Marlatt. Concert Band. Concert Band. Eighth Note Publications. 20th Century; Romantic. Grade 3. Conductor Score. 20 pages. Published by Eighth Note Publications (AP.81-CB28125S). ISBN 1554732638. 20th Century; Romantic.

Four Serious Songs by Johannes Brahms (1833-1897). Arranged by Barnaby Kerekes. For trumpet in Bb and piano. Romantic Solo, Sacred. Intermediate. Full score & set of parts. Published by Cherry Classics (CY.CC2080). Beautifully edited by Barnaby Kerekes, these Four Songs are now available for C Trumpet and Piano. Take a look in Robert King or Hickey's catalogues and you will not find much Brahms for Trumpet. I promise you will be thrilled with the sound of these songs. All audiences just love the sound of these songs. The songs of Brahms's famous song cycle have been tastefully edited. If you practice the Charlier or any other melodious etudes for trumpet you will know the value of being able to perform with a smooth lyrical musical line. These songs will add depth to your playing and add some real depth and variety to your recital. They are of moderate difficulty in a moderate vocal range.