Intermediate Jazz Conception is another addition to the popular series of etude books created by Jim Snidero featuring some of the finest jazz musicians in the world. This book/cd set includes 15 etudes based on standards modal tunes and blues demonstrated by Jim Rotondi on trumpet with the incredibly swinging rhythm section of Dave Hazeltine on piano Peter Washington on Bass and Kenny Washington on Drums. New to Intermediate Jazz Conception is an appendix dedicated to style and improvisation including a scales syllabus nomenclature and over 95 lines and ideas extracted for the study of improvisation!The recording features two separate versions of each etude; one withthe soloist and rhythm section and one with the rhythm section only. Hear how the soloist performs the etudes play with or without the soloist on the cd and learn about both jazz style and improvisation from some of the best.Other series available by Jim Snidero: Easy Jazz Conception and Jazz Conception.'A talented musician musical advocate and educator ... a genuinely significant figure in jazz composition' Penguin Guide to Jazz'A master musician' Down Beat Magazine

In this third volume of intermediate repertoire virtuoso Gerard Schwarz plays each of these wonderful solos. Read his performance suggestions listen to his interpretations then jump in and do it for yourself! Includes a high-quality printed music score annotated with performance suggestions and a compact disc with complete versions (with soloist) followed by piano accompaniments to each piece minus the soloist. Performed by Gerard Schwarz trumpet Accompaniment: Harriet Wingreen piano

Trumpet and Piano-Part of the Anglo Music Play-Along Series Philip Sparke's 15 Intermediate Classical Solos is aimed at the young instrumentalist who can play about an octave and a half and follows on from Sparke's 15 Easy Classical Solos.Specifically tailored to suit the individual instrument this book introduces the developing player to the world of the classics by using simple yet attractive melodies that fit their limited range.The carefully selected pieces include music from the 17th to the 19th century and cover a wide variety of styles from Handel to Tchaikovsky and from Clementi to Brahms.The book will provide invaluable additional material tocomplement any teaching method and includes both piano accompaniment and a demo/play-along CD.

This text covers every possible style appropriate to an intermediate book for brass. It includes music from the 14th century up to the beginning of the 20th century from dozens of countries including original compositions thatmimic many historic styles. The musical selections outside the standard repertoire compare well in quality to the more famous works and have unique elements that increase students' musical vocabulary. Includes: challenging andrewarding music in a comfortable range for students with braces; musical exercises to teach phrasing; and lip slur exercises. The great musical examples make practicing feel effortless and enriching! In addition to classicaletudes a number of jazz etudes are incorporated that represent important styles including Dixieland Swing Bebop Blues and various Latin forms.

19 Pieces from 5 Centuries-The Easy Concert Pieces series presents easy to intermediate pieces for trumpet with piano accompaniment. Pieces typical of their era and suitable for auditions public performance competitions or examinations are ordered according to level of difficulty in three volumes. These Easy Concert Pieces also provide appealing additional material for use in trumpet lessons.All the pieces are recorded on the CD included with each book both in full and playback versions (piano accompaniment). In addition to the enclosed part for trumpet in Bb a part for trumpet in C (Schott ED 22555-01) is available for download at www.schott-music.com.Volume 1 (ED 22555) containsvery easy to easy pieces with a range up to written c� with d� appearing as a short top note in just a few pieces. Simple and memorable rhythms readily playable note sequences and patterns of articulation that can be mastered quickly and easily make this book ideal for beginners.Volume 2 (ED 22556) contains easy to intermediate pieces with a range no higher than f�. Besides extending rhythmic scope and requiring a little more in terms of phrasing and articulation these pieces will encourage further exploration of musical contrasts.Volume 3 (ED 22557) is of medium difficulty and intended for players with a well-developed embouchure who can play notes up to written g� though this note only appears as a short top note. Flexible articulation and legato playing with a well-developed dynamic range are required for pieces that are longer than those in the preceding volumes.

Legendary Gerard Schwarz takes you further into the intermediate repertoire with this master class of wonderful intermediate-level solos on trumpet. Learn from one of the great masters of the medium what it takes to become a pro! Includes a high-quality printed music score annotated with performance suggestions and a compact disc with complete versions (with soloist) followed by piano accompaniments to each piece minus the soloist. Performed by Gerard Schwarz trumpet Accompaniment: Harriet Wingreen piano

Abracadabra Brass-A fantastic collection of 14 classical showstoppers arranged for beginner to intermediate players. Bringing together well-known classics in varied styles from the Baroque period to the twentieth century this versatile repertoire book includes aninspirational CD and duet parts: everything needed to givea great performance.Anyone can take centre stage and stand in the spotlight with Abracadabra Performance Pieces.This brand new book is the latest addition to the best-selling Abracadabra series offering approachable longer arrangements with fantastic backing tracks ??? ideal for concert performances or simply for more musical fun. The 14 pieces showcase anarray of classical favourites from Purcell and Handel to Bizet and Bartok and are suitable for beginner to intermediate players (Grade 1???3).The CD contains specially recorded performances and supportive backing tracks that are guaranteed to bring extra sparkle to any performance. Four pieces also include a duet part for teachers or fellow players.

Eugène Bozza's Badinage meaning banter is an exciting addition to the trumpeter's repertoire. Exploiting the instrument's potential Badinage is ideal performance repertoire for intermediate- to advanced-level Trumpet players. Born in Nice Bozza (1905-1991) went on to study at the Paris Conservatoire winning prizes for the Violin conducting and composition as well as the Grand Prix de Rome. His capability and creativity come across clearly in his Badinage for Trumpet and Piano through jesting ascending arpeggio flourishes and energetic staccato call-and-response passages between theTrumpet and Piano. The comic nature of this piece is successfully portrayed making Bozza's Badinage is an essential fun and varied piece for the Trumpet repertoire.

100 Studies For Trumpet has been edited by Franz Herbst for Schirmer’s Library Of Musical Classics. It contains a large selection of Etudes for solo Trumpet at Intermediate/Advanced level first published around 1850. Ernst Sachse (1813-1870) was a German composer publisher and virtuosic Trumpeter and Trombonist. He performed as both a soloist and in orchestras in Weimar London Leipzig and Holland. He composed several concertos and concertinos for Bass and Tenor Trombones and also wrote for orchestra and band. Best known today are probably his pedagogical works which are still used in many academies and conservatories.

Technical Studies-Expertly written by the renowned trumpet virtuoso Allen Vizzutti this comprehensive trumpet method provides a fantastic assortment of all-new intermediate to advanced-level exercises and etudes in all keys. Book 2 includes Harmonic studies including interval studies chordal studies and Scales.

An Introduction to Jazz Harmony Technique and Improvisation-This definitive book is designed for the intermediate Trumpet player looking for an introduction to the world of jazz. Renowned jazz musician Ollie Weston introduces key concepts step by step explaining clearly and simply throughout with the minimum of musical jargon. Improvisation is featured from the very beginning with authentic live jazz trio recordings on the accompanying CD for you to play along with. Key subjects covered include: modes swing playing melodic development the 2-5-1 progression jazz blues progressions pentatonic scales jazz chord extentions stylistic development unique Trumpet sounds and many more.

Practice Sessions Trumpet is a brilliant intermediate level course for all students of the trumpet from Peter Wastall author of the award winning Learn As You Play series. This fabulous book features solos duets and studies by distinguished composers which encourage phrase shaping rhythmic playing and dynamic control.