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This delightful collection of intermediate- to advanced-level duets is based on traditional sacred and secular Christmas carols. They are at times challenging (not for beginners) without being overwhelming; at times joyful, at times uplifting, at times serene. In addition to being great resources for teachers to play at lessons with their students, these duets are suitable for informal Christmas performances, and many are appropriate for church services. These duet collections contain instrument-specific arrangements and are not compatible with each other. Includes: Away in a Manger; Deck the Halls; Hark! The Herald Angels Sing; Joy to the World; O Come All Ye Faithful; O Come, O Come Emmanuel; O Holy Night; O Little Town of Bethlehem; Silent Night; The Wassail Song; We Wish You a Merry Christmas and What Child Is This?

12 Christmas Duets

Flute Duet

The beloved classical trumpet concertos of Haydn and Hummel, and the horn concertos of Mozart, are performed more often than any other concertos for brass instruments. Young euphonium and baritone students may hear these works and aspire to perform them or something in a similar style, but may have difficulty finding something suitable. Festive Piece in Classical Style may be just what they're looking for. While composed in 2023, every effort has been made to compose this in a true classical style. Memorable lyrical melodies, legato, staccato, and marcato passages, dynamic variety, and traditional harmonies, while requiring only limited range demands, make this an outstanding choice for someone seeking to perform an intermediate-level classical-style solo. The top note is a concert G that occurs only once and an optional lower note is provided for any who might need it. While composed originally for trumpet, the composer feels this works equally well on euphonium. The piano accompaniment is accessible to advanced intermediate pianists. Bass Clef and Treble Clef solo parts are provided. This solo would likely be classified on the easier side of a 4.

Festival Piece in Classical Style

Euphonium Solo with Piano

The Emperor's Gardener (for solo flute and piano) by Kenneth Baird

The sounds of Japan as interpreted by an American composer.
The flute is featured with many rubato cadenza-like passages.
Quite virtuosic-sounding at times and very audience-friendly.

Excellent for those seeking an Asian-styled flute solo for festival, contest, or recital.

Difficulty level: Medium Advanced to Advanced. The piano accompaniment is not difficult.

Here, the sheet music for this solo is available separately, but The Emperor's Garden is also included in the collection "Artistic Solos for Flute" and piano, by Kenneth Baird.

The Emperor's Gardener

Flute Solo with Piano

Romantic music for clarinet and piano. Originally composed for cello and piano, the composer felt that a version for clarinet and piano would be equally compelling. Kenneth Baird's "...to cherish" is perfect for adding a touch of elegance to recitals, weddings, anniversary celebrations, Valentine's Day parties, and virtually any performance, whether formal or casual. The clarinet part requires excellent tonal and pitch control as well as sensitive musicianship. The demands of the piano accompaniment are modest.

To Cherish

Clarinet Solo

"Five More Christmas Duets" by Kenneth Baird is another delightful collection of intermediate to medium-advanced level bass clef duets based on traditional Christmas carols that are ideal for trombone, bassoon, or euphonium players. Like his 12 Christmas Duets published earlier, these are not for beginners, but are arranged so as to be enjoyable to play for intermediate and more advanced players. In addition to being a great resource for teachers to play at lessons with their students, these duets are suitable for informal Christmas performances and some are appropriate for church services. Included are: The First Noel; Angels We Have Heard on High; God Rest Ye Merry, Gentlemen; Jingle Bells; and an arrangement of Joy to the World that is more traditional than the one published in 12 Christmas Duets. This edition for bass clef instruments is compatible with "Five More Christmas Duets for Trumpets," but not with the other editions of this title. These arrangements have been transposed and revised so as to be appropriate for bass clef wind instruments and some keys are not the same as those other editions.

Five More Christmas Duets - Bass Clef

Trombone Duet

Set in 6/8 meter Gabriel's Legion is a fanfare for advanced trumpet choir that can provide an exciting way to start a concert or special event and is a wonderful way to combine a large number of trumpeters such as might be found at a brass or band festival.  Written in a symphonic style this brief fanfare is not heavy on finger technique but demands clear articulate playing by all and excellent range by those playing the 1st part (at least a strong high D required with an optional high E and/or G by one player preferred.)  (This work has also been transcribed for Brass Choir)

Gabriel's Legion

Trumpet Ensemble

A bold opening, a gorgeous Andante, and an impressively supportive piano accompaniment highlight this solo for the up-and-coming young trumpet player. The contemporary harmonies in the piano accompaniment help give this solo a much more mature sound than most solos at this level. An excellent choice for contest or studio recital! Upper range is only up to concert "D" with one optional concert "Eb". (Grade 2-3)

Call to Glory

Trumpet Solo with Piano

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Feature your young orchestra at a Cinco de Mayo celebration or any time of year with this south-of-the-border style festive tune that your audience will go out singing or whistling. With original melodies very reminiscent of Mexican folk songs Sabor de Mxico can be performed at a lilting moderato by 1st year players or at a real fiesta allegro by your 2nd year or older players. Although playable without piano the piano accompaniment is required in order to get the full festive flavor of Sabor de Mxico. Technically this work is at the level of 2/3 through a first year string class method book.

Sabor de Mexico

String Orchestra Score & Parts

Beginning with a bold unison fanfare, "Fanfare a 5 (for 3!)" is
  a rousing brass trio in which the trombone (or euphonium) plays a strong
  melodic role. This is a reworking of the composer's work for Brass Quintet
  (Fanfare a 5). Though playable by average third year players, this trio is
  musically strong enough to be performed by high school players and the
  quintet version has even been performed by professional quintets. Written for
  standard Brass Trio, Bb trumpet, horn in F, and trombone (or Euphonium), a
  Baritone T.C. part is also provided as an alternative to the trombone part.

Fanfare a 5 (for 3!)

Brass Ensemble

Amazing Grace - This classic hymn has played a beloved role in American
  history for generations and is recognizable all around the world. Here, in an
  inspiring new setting for young concert band, virtually every instrument gets
  an opportunity to play the melody. Unison clarinets (or an optional solo
  clarinet) open this arrangement by stating the melody in the key of concert
  Bb. As the arrangement unfolds, all of the low instruments are featured on
  the melody in the key of concert F. Following an impressive band tutti in the
  key of concert Eb, the music winds down as the melody is passed around from
  section to section and the arrangement concludes with a couple of surprise
  chords, finally fading into a whisper. Ample cross-cuing and a rehearsal
  piano part are provided for smaller bands missing instrumentation. Perfect
  for a second or third year band, and even playable at the end of the school
  year by an outstanding beginning band! Approximately a Grade 1 i or 2.

Amazing Grace

Concert Band Score & Parts

This rondo for "like-brass" trio, although not technically difficult, will provide your students with a challenge to their ensemble skills. Each time the A theme reappears, a different player is featured. (Grade 3)

Trio Triumphant

Trumpet Trio

Honor America with this new patriotic arrangement of one of our most beloved traditional melodies, now arranged for second-year (or easy third-year) string orchestra. Set in the key of G major and staying in first position throughout, occasional meter changes from three-four to four-four will keep your young players on their toes. This arrangement provides cues in the cello for orchestras that don't have string bass available, optional 3rd violin parts for groups lacking violas,  and a rehearsal piano part (not intended for performance).

My Country, 'Tis of Thee

Honor Her Majesty (or His Majesty, someday) with this new arrangement of one of our most beloved traditional melodies, now arranged for second-year (or easy third-year) string orchestra. Set in the key of G major and staying in first position throughout, the occasional meter changes from three-four to four-four will keep your young players on their toes. This arrangement provides cues in the cello for orchestras that dont have string bass available, an optional 3rd violin part for groups lacking violas,  and a rehearsal piano (not intended for performance). Note: This arrangement is the same as the arrangement of "My Country, 'Tis of Thee" by the same arranger. Only the title displayed on the music has been changed.

God Save the Queen

Originally written for brass quintet (Fanfare a 5) this well-crafted composition is now arranged for brass quartet and includes instrumentation options.  This was arranged so that two strong middle school players could perform at contest with two friends who were somewhat less proficient. This also works well as a less-taxing work for an advanced quartet when giving a long performance.

Fanfare a 4

Brass Quartet

Artistic Solos for Trumpet and Piano by Kenneth Baird provides a wide array of performance literature for the advancing trumpet player. Whether it be for contests, festivals, recitals, church services, or more informal performances, trumpeters are very likely to find something appropriate in this collection. Difficulty progresses from approximately level 2 through level 4 , although that's very subjective. All of these will also soon be available for purchase individually, if not already available. 

The Piano accompaniment book is not included and must be purchased separately. 

Contents

Call to Glory (by Kenneth Baird)
Call to Glory II (revised higher to Ab for more advanced players) (by Kenneth Baird)
Estrela Brilhante (Homage to H. A. Vandercook) (by Kenneth Baird)
Fantasy on "the Wild Horseman" by Robert Schumann ( arr. K. Baird)
Allegro Moderato from Concerto Op. 12, No. 1, by Antonio Vivaldi (arr. K. Baird)
The Adventurer (by Kenneth Baird)
Festival Piece in Classical Style (by Kenneth Baird)
Excursion in Jazz (by Kenneth Baird)
Just as I Am, Without One Plea, Tune by William Bradbury (arr. K. Baird)
In the Garden, by C. Austin Miles (arr. K. Baird)
To Cherish (by Kenneth Baird)
Angels from the Realms of Glory, Tune by Henry Smart (arr. K. Baird)
Two Fanfares on Traditional Christmas Carols, (unaccompanied) (arr. K. Baird)
Three Agile Etudes (by Kenneth Baird)
Keep on Cookin', but Keep Your Distance (by Kenneth Baird)

7 solos in progressive order (approximately grade 2  4  )
        plus
3 hymn arrangements suitable for playing in church services (including one for Christmas)
2 classic jazz-flavored original compositions
3 accompanied etudes
2 unaccompanied Christmas fanfares 
1 ballad-style solo suitable for flugelhorn

Artistic Solos for Trumpet and Piano

One of the great hymns of the Christian faith, here arranged for young string orchestra by Kenneth Baird. All parts are in first position (except for string bass which has a D just above the bass clef as its top note). Especially suitable for student orchestras in Christian schools or for church performances by technically limited string orchestras. Key of D major.

Holy, Holy, Holy (for young string orchestra)

An outstanding vehicle for the young performers first solo contest experience yet interesting enough for many high school players; very melodic and easy to memorize with contrasting staccato and legato sections (Grade 2).

Dance of the Wind

Chromaticism and angular melodies characterize this very challenging unaccompanied trumpet quartet. Suitable for state level competitions or college recitals with challenging parts for all players this quartet is appropriate for very advanced high school or solid college quartets.

Allegro

Trumpet Quartet

Artistic Expression and Tone Development Through the Performance of 75 Classic Hymns

(From the Forward)

The art of expression in music is an important element (and perhaps THE MOST important element) that separates the finest musicians from the ordinary. Often, trumpet players turn to the great vocalises of Conconne and Bordogni for developing this art of musical expression. This collection of 75 classic hymns is presented here with expressive dynamic and articulation markings and many may find it useful as a supplement to those vocalizes, particularly for those who might enjoy the spiritual aspects of connecting with the message found in the lyrics of these great hymns. While the lyrics to these hymns are not included in this publication, they are easily found on the internet and I encourage those utilizing this book to research those lyrics because knowing the lyrics of any work can enhance one’s interpretation of the melodies. These hymn melodies are arranged, generally speaking, in approximate order of difficulty (key, range, rhythm), although there is not a great range of difficulty in the collection.

Artistic Expression and Tone Development Through the Performance of 75 Classic Hymns

Trumpet Solo Unaccompanied

Now Expanded and Revised! 
    
    
    
    Designed to bridge the gap between intermediate band method books and
  standard advanced trumpet pedagogical material, Comprehensive Studies and
  Etudes for Intermediate and Advancing Trumpet Players focuses on developing
  mastery in the keys and instrument range of what an intermediate player is
  likely to encounter in his or her everyday playing. The keys covered here in
  detail range from those with three flats to those with three sharps. Keys
  with more than three sharps or flats are also addressed, but not in as great
  detail. In addition to major, minor and chromatic scales, studies on
  pentatonic and blues scales are also included. 
    
    
    
    Over 50 Pages of Scale and Arpeggio Studies 
    
    
    
    Tone and Flow Studies 
    
    
    
    Interval Studies 
    
    
    
    Flexibility Studies 
    
    
    
    Articulation Studies (including double and triple tonguing) 
    
    
    
    Range Building 
    
    
    
    Jazz Swing-Style Basics 
    
    
    
    Clarke-inspired Technical Studies 
    
    
    
    Vocalises (Lyrical Studies) 
    
    
    
    Traditional Melodies 
    
    
    
    Melodies from Symphonic Composers 
    
    
    
    64 Original Etudes 
    
    
    
    Music Vocabulary
    
    
    
    Even the best band method books often lack sufficient material targeting
  the mastery of scales and arpeggios, and sometimes what they provide has been
  compromised so as to enable all the instruments of the band to play together
  simultaneously. Additionally, band method books often do not adequately cover
  certain techniques that are specific to brass instruments, nor do they
  adequately include the type of lyrical melodies that are best for developing
  individual musical expression and characteristic vibrato. This book is provided
  to fill in those gaps. It is my hope that your musicianship and mastery of
  the trumpet will be greatly enhanced and accelerated through diligent
  practice of what is provided here. 
    
    
    
    Note: The content of my book, Scales, Arpeggios, and Beneficial Studies for
  Intermediate Trumpet Players, is included in this book.

Comprehensive Studies and Etudes for Intermediate and Advancing Trumpet
  Players

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