Small Ensemble Alto Saxophone,Cornet,Flugelhorn,Flute,Trumpet - Level 3 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.998308

Composed by Graham Hickey. Arranged by Graham Hickey. Christian,Christmas,Contemporary,Jazz. Score and parts. 10 pages. Graham Hickey #6274415. Published by Graham Hickey (A0.998308).

A duet for two instruments; Part 1 either flute or trumpet (or Bb instrument) and Part 2 Alto Saxophone in Eb or Flugel in Bb (or trumpet/cornet) 
The composition plays around with the three carols of God rest you merry gentlemen, Good king Wenceslas and we three kings. Hints of jazz are heard as well as the joyous fanfare style music.
Suitable for Christmas concerts. .

Brass Ensemble,Brass Trio Baritone Horn TC,Euphonium,Piano - Level 3 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.1001755

Composed by Steven Booth. Contemporary. Score and part. 6 pages. SB-Music Steven Booth #6283109. Published by SB-Music Steven Booth (A0.1001755).

An original work for Baritone with piano accompaniment written by Steven Booth.

Slow melody with flourishes - as performed at an International Tuba Conference way back in the 1990s but still a lovely work which will work for most Bb instruments, euphonium, trombone, cornet etc.

Trumpet Solo - Level 3 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.972644

Composed by Scott Joplin. Arranged by James Siddons. Concert,Folk,Holiday,Patriotic,Ragtime. Individual part. 3 pages. James Siddons Music and Writings #3124103. Published by James Siddons Music and Writings (A0.972644).

Although published as a piano solo (1902), A Breeze from Alabama is subtitled March and Two Step and has a dedication on the cover to P. G. Lowery (Perry George Lowery, 1871-1942), World's Challenging Colored Cornetist and Band Master. Thus, A Breeze from Alabama may well have been conceived as a march for military band but published only as a piano solo. No band arrangement by Joplin is known to exist, but Joplin could have done this, as he himself was a cornetist as well as pianist, and had played cornet in bands like Lowery's many times.

        Drawing on this information, the present arrangement by James Siddons (2017) is based on the following assumptions:

1. A Breeze from Alabama originated as a march (in march-trio form) for military band.

2. The 1902 publication for piano solo by Scott Joplin is a piano reduction of that band work. The melodic lines intended for cornet solo are generally discernible in the piano reduction.

3. A setting for piano duet (or ensemble) keeps this work in the tradition of ragtime piano while also emulating the fulsome tone colors of brass instruments to a degree that a solo piano cannot do. Thus this arrangement is not a solo-and-accompaniment setting, but a setting for large ensemble with soloist. It is collaborative music, akin to a concerto.

This is the part for cornet in Bb (or trumpet). A performance also requires the piano duet score (also playable as a piano ensemble), and the full score if a conductor participates. The audio track posted here has the piano music only, and is for rehearsal by the cornet soloist. A cadenza for the cornet, composed by James Siddons, begins at measure 116 in the score and part, and at 2 mins, 44 secs in the audio recording. In the audio track, five seconds of silence begin at 2 mins, 44 secs. To practice the cadenza, press the pause button on your media player. To rehearse without playing the cadenza, simply wait out the brief silence. At 2 mins, 49 secs, the piano music resumes at measure 120 of the score or cornet part.

Brass Ensemble Horn,Trombone,Trumpet,Tuba - Level 5 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.1094241

By Joseph Alessi, Christian Lindberg. By Arthur Willard Pryor. Arranged by Aaron Hettinga. 20th Century,Classical,Contest,Festival,Patriotic,Traditional. Score and parts. 24 pages. Aaron Hettinga #698344. Published by Aaron Hettinga (A0.1094241).

Arthur Pryor’s famous theme and variations on “The Blue Bells of Scotland� has been a showcase for trombonists with strong technique and agility for well over a century. While this work is most commonly performed as accompanied by a wind band or with piano, in this arrangement the soloist is supported by a standard brass quintet. The solo part is unchanged from Pryor’s original, though there are some minor tweaks to suggested slide positions and other notations throughout. While each of the accompanying quintet parts do feature some small technical requirements, they remain at an intermediate level where even less-experienced players should be able to pull them off. Performance suggestion: as an option, it’s recommended to utilize Cornets and Euphonium in place of the Trumpet and Trombone parts in the accompanying quintet to more faithfully emulate the sounds of the conical-bore instruments of the period and to better separate the tonality of the accompaniment from the soloist. This arrangement is a great vehicle to showcase a talented trombonist on this classic piece of standard trombone literature!

Trumpet Solo - Level 3 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.1001866

Composed by Chris Cobon. Contemporary,Jazz. Individual part. 7 pages. Chris Cobon #6383739. Published by Chris Cobon (A0.1001866).

Practising solos by yourself can be a lonely experience. Why not work on a solo with others? The Beautiful Series is designed exactly for that. As long as your friends or fellow students have the same piece from the Beautiful series you can work on the piece together, regardless of instrument. i.e. Flute, Sax and Tuba could all practice No.3, Beautiful Dream, along to the accompaniment together.

Watch out for the other pieces in the series, new ones being added regularly. You are free to share your performances without restrictions on YouTube as long as you mention the full title and composer in the details.

Included in the purchase:

• Piano score
• Trumpet/Flugel/Cornet part

The Music:

Originally composed as a set of tuba solos; it quickly became apparent that, with just a few adjustments, these melodies could be adapted for most instruments to enjoy. These pieces move the focus from musical dexterity to stamina, tone, control.

Concert Band - Level 4 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.1007973

Composed by John Philip Sousa. Arranged by John M. Laverty. Contemporary. Score and parts. 78 pages. Zephyrwindmusic.com #4338139. Published by zephyrwindmusic.com (A0.1007973).

John Philip Sousa is of course known for his mastery writing marches, but he did write a handful of works featuring solo instruments. La Reine D’Amour is his cornet solo, written in 1879. The solo part is grade 5, and the band accompaniment is grade 3.

Trumpet Solo - Level 2 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.1001833

Composed by Chris Cobon. Contemporary. Individual part. 7 pages. Chris Cobon #6366957. Published by Chris Cobon (A0.1001833).

Practising solos by yourself can be a lonely experience. Why not work on a solo with others? The Beautiful Series is designed exactly for that. As long as your friends or fellow students have the same piece from the Beautiful series you can work on the piece together, regardless of instrument. i.e. Flute, Sax and Tuba could all practice No.3, Beautiful Dream, along to the accompaniment together.

Watch out for all seven pieces (Set 1) being released in April/ May 2021. You are free to share your performances without restrictions on YouTube as long as you mention the full title and composer in the details.

Included in the purchase:

• Piano score
• Trumpet/Flugel/Cornet part

Originally composed as a set of tuba solos; it quickly became apparent that, with just a few adjustments, these melodies could be adapted for most instruments to enjoy.

The Music:

These pieces move the focus from musical dexterity to stamina, tone, control.

Piano,Violin - Level 4 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.747189

By David Catherwood. By Traditional. Arranged by David Catherwood. Celtic,Contemporary,Folk,Irish. 7 pages. Opus 3 Music #354230. Published by Opus 3 Music (A0.747189).

The Lark in the Clear Air An Irish Traditional tune for soloist with piano accompaniment. Soloist parts are included for instruments in C and Bb (and also a bass clef version) This means the solo can be played on any of the following instruments Violin Flute Oboe Clarinet Cello Bassoon Trombone (A separate version in a key more suitable for brass instruments is also available on Sheetmusicdirect listed as a Euphonium solo (This version will also suit cornet and trumpet).

Clarinet,Trumpet - Digital Download

SKU: A0.1067226

Composed by Johann Sebastian Bach. Arranged by Rhodri Tomos. Baroque. Accompaniment. Duration 96. RT Music Ltd #2081723. Published by RT Music Ltd (A0.1067226).

J.S.Bach's Badinerie from Suite in B minor. Please note this is a C minor accompaniment version, that works better for Bb instruments such as cornet, clarinet etc.

Brass Ensemble - Level 5 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.792812

Composed by Antonio Vivaldi. Arranged by Niels-Bo Ole Johansen. Baroque,Classical,Renaissance. Score and parts. 95 pages. Gordon Cherry #6638557. Published by Gordon Cherry (A0.792812).

Antonio Vivaldi's Concerto for Two Trumpets in C with Brass Ensemble and Timpani is a rarity for the Baroque era when solos for brass instruments were almost non-existent. The valveless nascent Trumpets were very difficult to play. But as with Bach, there must have been a few brave souls who mastered the instrument and inspired the composer to write his inspired work.

As with most of Vivaldi's concertos, this one begins with a quick and sparkling movement to catch the attention of the audience and to showcase the bright tones of the solo trumpets. This is followed by a contrasting brief and languid second movement. The final movement is back to brilliant mode with quick energy and intricate passages for the soloists. (Encylopedia Britannica).

Niels-Ole Bo Johansen has created a very unique arrangement for the two solo Trumpets with Brass Ensemble and Timpani...unique in that the accompaniment instruments are almost all conical (except for the trombones who can blend nicely into that pool of round sounds). This gives the listener a sharp contrast between the brilliance of the soloists and the plush sound of the accompaniment.

The 6 1/2 minute work is appropriate for advanced performers. The instrumentation is for: 2 solo Trumpets in A, 2 Cornets in B-flat, Flugelhorn, 2 Horns in F, 3 Trombones, Euphonium, 2 Tubas, and Timpani.

Chamber Music & Piano Accompaniment Bb Cornet, Piano - Grade 5 - Digital Download

SKU: FX.FX072035

Composed by Jean-Baptiste Arban. Arranged by Eric Vireton. Arrangement, Republished Master Piece. Classical, Educational. Score and Set of Parts. 21 pages. Duration 7 minutes, 50 seconds. FLEX Editions - Digital Sheet Music #FX072035. Published by FLEX Editions - Digital Sheet Music (FX.FX072035).

I strongly encourage the thorough study of the work of Jean-Baptiste ARBAN, among which his famous Twelve Celebrated Fantasies and Air Varies. These 12 tunes, among which this piece, include all difficulties faced by a trumpet player to control his instrument. I had, together with Mireille CAPET MERAUD, lot of fun doing the recording of these Airs Varies, and I wish you a lot of joy and fun to re-discover them in this brand new version... - Franck PULCINI ; Instruments: 1 Bb Cornet 1 Piano.

Trumpet, piano - Level 3 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.972642

Composed by Scott Joplin. Arranged by James Siddons. Folk,Holiday,Patriotic,Ragtime. Score and parts. 24 pages. James Siddons Music and Writings #3124007. Published by James Siddons Music and Writings (A0.972642).

Although published as a piano solo (1902), A Breeze from Alabama is subtitled March and Two Step and has a  dedication on the cover to P. G. Lowery (Perry George Lowery, 1871-1942), World's  Challenging Colored Cornetist and Band Master. Thus, A Breeze from Alabama may well have been conceived as a march for military band  but published only as a piano solo. No band arrangement by Joplin is known to exist, but Joplin could have done this, as he himself was a  cornetist  as well as pianist, and had played cornet in bands like Lowery's many times.

        Drawing on this information, the  present arrangement by James Siddons (2017) is based on the following assumptions:

1. A Breeze from Alabama  originated as a march (in march-trio form) for military band.

2. The 1902 publication is a piano  reduction of that band work. The melodic lines intended for cornet solo are generally discernible in the piano reduction.

3. A setting for piano duet (or  ensemble) keeps this work in the tradition of ragtime piano while also emulating the fulsome  tone colors of brass instruments to a degree that a solo piano cannot do. Thus this  arrangement is not a solo-and-accompaniment setting, but a setting for large ensemble with  soloist. It is collaborative music, akin to a concerto.

This piano duet part may be performed by two pianists at one piano, or two  pianists at two pianos, or four pianists at two pianos, or even six pianists at  three pianos, with or without a conductor. The cornet part may be played on trumpet. There are three score or part versions for sale:

1. The full score is for use by a conductor or instructor. An audio track (mp3, virtual sounds) is posted here.

2. The piano duet (or ensemble) score has the Primo and Secondo parts shown on facing left and right pages as is standard for piano duet music. (No audio recording.)

3. The cornet (or trumpet) part is sold separately and has a rehearsal recording posted, in which only the piano duet music is heard. This arrangement features a cadenza for cornet composed by James Siddons. The cadenza is found in measures 115-119 in the score and cornet part. In the rehearsal recording, there is five seconds of silence beginning 2 mins, 44 secs into the audio track. The music resumes at measure 120. To practice with the cadenza, press pause on your media player; to practice without the cadenza, simply wait the silence out.

Small Ensemble Baritone Horn TC,Cornet,Euphonium,Piano Accompaniment,Trumpet - Level 1 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.739540

Composed by Various. Arranged by David Catherwood. Instructional. Score and parts. 10 pages. Opus 3 Music #6333465. Published by Opus 3 Music (A0.739540).

Learn to play…   â€˜Jingle Bells’ & ‘Ode to Joy’  in 5 easy steps with Beginning Basics for Brass

This resource has been devised by David Catherwood for all treble clef brass instruments in Bb or Eb

The download also contains exercises are designed to aid tuition on Cornet, Trumpet, Baritone, Eb Horn, Euphonium and Eb or Bb Bass from the very first lesson, to learning the first 5 notes, enabling players to play the two well-known tunes included in the booklet which use only these first 5 notes. 

Simple Piano/keyboard accompaniments are also included to facilitate performance with both Bb and Eb instruments (very useful for use as first solos or ensemble playing in concerts featuring young beginning players starting out on their musical journey)

 

Brass Ensemble Horn,Trombone,Trumpet,Tuba - Level 4 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.767365

Composed by Claudio Monteverdi. Arranged by Mike Lyons. Baroque,Renaissance. Score and parts. 25 pages. Lyons Music Services #3545853. Published by Lyons Music Services (A0.767365).

At long last I have nearly finished the 7th book. This book has posed some issues as it is such complex music it is almost impossible to cut it down to 5 parts while maintaining its integrity. As a result, some songs will be in 6 or more parts.

Chiome d'oro, bel tesoro tells of golden tresses of hair, strings of pearls and roses that all charm and bind the lover to his love. It's a typical slushy romantic poem of the time and Monteverdi gives it some special treatment indeed. Originally for 'two voices (unspecified) two violins and basso continuo (now a standard part of any accompaniment) I have chosen to arrnage it for Two horns, Two Trumpets/Cornets, two trombones (baritone/euphonium) and tuba.The range of the violin parts is quite small, so it fits rather well on the trumpets. Of course, we are in the era when music was apt to be composed to fit any combination of instruments and so all the ranges would have to be similar to enable this to happen. I decided to give the duet lines to the horns.


The seventh book continues to be a challenge. Monteverdi seems to be concentrating on developing solos and duets, trios and small accompanied ensembles. The accompaniments are often written out with more than just long note chords. The intricate instrumental parts are more than just filling in the harmony (hence the difficulty in paring them down.)

Once again, this song is exquisitely crafted and travels well onto brass.

Brass Ensemble Bass Trombone,Cornet,Horn - Level 3 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.1227832

Composed by Giovanni Gabrieli. Arranged by James M. Guthrie, ASCAP. Chamber,Contest,Early Music,Festival,Historic,Renaissance. 72 pages. Jmsgu3 #823794. Published by jmsgu3 (A0.1227832).

Minimum instrumentation: 4 Cornets in Bb, 4 Horns in F, 2 Tenor Trombones, and 2 Bass Trombones.

Innovations

Gabrieli preferred sacred vocal and, indeed, instrumental music. Hence, he concentrated on music that consequently took advantage of resonance and reverberation for maximum effect. Gabrieli may have invented dynamics – or was the first to indicate them, such as in his Sonata Pian' e Forte. Consequently, he was also a pioneer in spatial techniques. He, therefore, developed and used particular notation to indicate instrumentation. Gabrieli experimented with assembling massive instrumental forces into isolated groups separated by space. In this way, he consequently contributed heavily to the Baroque Concertato style.

Polychoral Works

Gabrieli probably used the layout of the San Marco church for his experiments. This is because he worked there as a musician and composer. Furthermore, the church had two choir lofts facing each other. He indeed used these to create striking spatial effects between instrumental forces. Indeed, many of his works are composed such that a choir or instrumental group could first be heard on one side, followed by a group response. Sometimes, there was probably a third group near the main altar.

Spatial Music

Above all, Gabrieli studied carefully detailed groups of instruments and singers. Furthermore, it seems like he created precise directions for instrumentation rather than two groups. Because they could be appropriately situated, the instruments could consequently be heard with perfect clearness at distant locations. As a result, arrangements that seem bizarre on paper can, in contrast, sound perfectly in balance.

First Works

Finally, Gabrieli published his first motets and his uncle Andrea's compositions in Concerti (1587). Furthermore, these compositions indicate considerable usage of dialogue and echo effects. Consequently, here we see low and high choirs with the variance between their ranges characterized by instrumental accompaniment. Gabrieli's later motets Sacrae Symphoniae (1597) seem to move away from close antiphony. In contrast, he moves towards not simply echoing the material but developing it through sequential choral entrances. Even more, he takes this procedure to the extreme in the Motet Omnes Gentes. Unlike earlier works, here, the instruments are an essential part of the presentation—also, only parts marked Capella are supposed to be sung.

Homophony

Hence, after 1605, Gabrieli moves to a much more homophonic style. He writes sections purely for instruments – called Sinfonia – and smaller sections for vocal soloists, accompanied by a basso continuo. Above all, Gabrieli studied carefully detailed groups of instruments and singers. Furthermore, it seems like he created precise directions for instrumentation rather than two groups. Because they could be appropriately situated, the instruments could consequently be heard with perfect clearness at distant locations. As a result, arrangements that seem bizarre on paper can, in contrast, sound perfectly in balance.