There is a dearth of short romantic Trumpet pieces of intermediate grade that challenge and inspire players who already feel secure both in their technique and powers of interpretation. The reissue of Legend by R. Orlando Morgan (1865 1956) will therefore be greatly welcomed as music enriched by the passionate harmonies of Tchaikovsky and even of Wagner in an idiom that is graceful and sure. Though largely forgotten the composer was one of many whose artful command of classical styles earned them respect in their lifetimes neglect thereafter on account of changing fashions and now with yet another swing of the pendulum of taste the chance forre-evaluation today.

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 trumpetobsolete.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

16 contemporary pieces-Spectrum For Trumpet is a unique collection of contemporary works for Trumpet and Piano. The 16 pieces included have been specially commissioned from some of today’s leading composers and reflect current compositional trends. They range in difficulty from Grades 1 to 8 so there’s something here for players of all ages and abilities.Spectrum For Trumpet comes with a recording of the 16 pieces performed by trumpeter John Wallace compiler of this volume and pianist Simon Wright.The highly successful Spectrum series was established by ABRSM and Thalia Myers in 1996 and now includes volumes for Piano Piano duet Violin Cello Clarinet and String Quartet. The aim of the series remains unchanged: to commission some of the finest composers to write pieces of modest length and difficulty while preserving the essential characteristics of their compositional style.

Composers have been slow to recognise the full expressive potential of the modern value Trumpet and there is an unsatisfied appetite amongst Trumpet players for solo music of a lyrical nature. Grieg's style is perfectly suited to adaptation for the Trumpet and John Wallace's fine arrangement of the Lyric Pieces makes an invaluable contribution to the Trumpet repertoire.

Now Trumpet players can enjoy the popular mix of imaginative and idiomatic arrangements and original pieces with a new collection of repertoire for grade 4–6 level players edited selected and arranged by Deborah Calland. Concert Repertoire For Trumpet includes dances such as Danse Bacchanale (Saint-Saens) classics such as Nimrod from Elgar’s Enigma Variations and the theme from Gershwin’s Rhapsody in Blue - there's something here for every occasion.

The Second Book Of Trumpet Solos is for the player who already has a firm grasp of basic technique and is keen to develop their skills further. The pieces are arranged in order of increasing technical difficulty, and the ground they cover is equivalent to Associated Board Grades 5-7. There is a tremendous variety of pieces here including works by Brahms, Joplin, Elgar and a couple of John Wallace originals, all engaging, entertaining and enjoyable! / Instrumental Music / Recueil / Trompette et Piano

The best-selling First Repertoire series has been a favourite with teachers and young players for years and has been selected on numerous exam syllabuses. Now trumpet players can enjoy the popular mix of imaginative and idiomatic arrangements and original pieces with a new collection of repertoire for grade 2 4 level players selected and edited by Deborah Calland. Ranging from baroque dances from Handel and Jeremiah Clarke to the majestic Theme from Star Wars via Johann Strauss's The Blue Danube the sparkling The Sorcerer's Apprentice and La Bamba - there is something here for every occasion.

Take the lead and enjoy playing along to your favourite tracks from 'Grease'. The book contains carefully selected and edited top line arrangements and chord symbols. The CD contains full backing tracks professionally arranged and recorded and full demonstration tracks to help you learn the pieces. Take The Lead is an integrated series. In each edition all the songs are in the same concert pitch key so the different instruments can play together. Suitable for intermediate players.