Lyrical and Expressive Studies for Trumpet

Lyrical and Expressive Studies for Trumpet is collection of 36 vocalises by the 19th century composer, Ferdinand Sieber, each only eight measures long, that has been transposed for Bb Trumpet from the original keys. Additionally, for each study, an alternative 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 these Thirty-Six 8-Measure Vocalises 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. ...for intermediate and advanced players.