Lyrical and Expressive Studies for Trumpet (Expanded Edition)

Lyrical and Expressive Studies for Trumpet (Expanded Edition) is a collection of two sets of vocalises by the 19th century composer, Ferdinand Sieber: Op. 45 and Op. 93. In this publication, each vocalise has been transposed for Bb trumpet from the orginal keys. Additionally, for each study, an alternate version in a different key has been added (often, but not always, in a somewhat simpler key) so that there are actually two versions of every study. One of the most important skills a musician can develop is the art of expression in music; making music come alive through dynamic contrast, varied articulations, dramatic pacing, vibrato, and other elements of musical expression. An excellent way to develop this skill is through the practice of lyrical melodies. The vocalises (song-like studies to develop expressive singing) of Concone, Bordogni, and other composers/voice teachers have been effectively used for many years by trumpeters for developing just this skill. The uniqueness of the Thirty-Six 8-Measure Vocalises, Op. 93, is their very short length. This allows the trumpeter to focus on fully employing the elements of musical expression in an artistic performance of only two to four very short phrases. Additionally, for the trumpeter with a busy schedule, the short length of these studies can be a bonus in that may provide confidence that he/she still can still have time to work on developing musical expression even when practice time is limited. The set of The Ten Vocalises, Op. 45, are more standard in their length and thus provide the trumpeter with more of an opportunity to work on musical pacing (including the pacing of dynamics and tempo), endurance, and the development of vibrato. ...for intermediate and advanced players.