- 50 Orchestral pieces from the 17th century to today arranged for three B♭ trumpets (2 hours of music)
- College level of difficulty (some easier, some more challenging)
- Over 10% composed by female composers and composers of color
- Contains many popular orchestral excerpts as trios
- A unique resource for trumpet studios. At lesson changeover time, the instructor can play along with the incoming and outgoing students, creating an opportunity to discuss group balance, intonation, style, and phrasing.
- Table of contents shown two ways - by composer and by difficulty
- Passages traded amongst the players for increased interest and endurance
- This product is available in hard copy format only — a professionally printed coil-bound publication that lays flat on your music stand.
- Each order includes one hard copy book per player (94 pages each) and no score.
Table of Contents
Bach, Johann Sebastian
• Erbarme dich, mein Gott from St. Matthew Passion
• Badinerie from Suite No. 2 in B minor
• Final Chorale from Christmas Oratorio
Beach, Amy
• Symphony in E minor (Gaelic), Mvmt. 2
Beethoven, Ludwig van
• Allegretto from Symphony No. 7, Mvmt. 2
• Egmont Overture, Introduction
• Scherzo from Symphony No. 5, Mvmt. 3
Berg, Alban
• Interlude from Wozzeck, Act 3
Berlioz, Hector
• Triumphal March
Bizet, Georges
• Interlude before Carmen Act 3
Bologne, Joseph
• Presto from Symphony No. 2 in D
Bruckner, Anton
• Symphony No. 8, Mvmt. 4
Coleridge-Taylor, Samuel
• The Wooing from Hiawatha Suite
• Ballade
Corelli, Arcangelo
• Adagio from Christmas Concerto
• Pastorale from Christmas Concerto
DiLorenzo, Anthony
• An American Anthem
Dukas, Paul
• Fanfare from La Péri
Dvorak, Antonin
• Symphony No. 9, Mvmt. 1 Largo
Gershwin, George
• Andante from An American in Paris
Gottschalk, Louis Moreau
• Tournament Galop
Handel, George Frideric
• Alla Hornpipe from Water Music Suite No. 2 in D Major
• Pifa Pastoral Symphony from The Messiah
Harbach, Barbara
• Symphony No. 13, Mvmt. 4 America, the Promised Land
Haydn, Franz Joseph
• Trumpet Concerto, Mvmt. 3
Holst, Gustav
• Mars from The Planets
• Chorale from Jupiter from the Planets
Humperdinck, Engelbert
• Evening Prayer from Hänsel and Gretel
Janáček, Leos
• Fanfare from Sinfonietta
Mahler, Gustav
• Symphony No. 1, Mvmt. 1 Finale
• Symphony No. 1, Mvmt. 3 Introduction
• Symphony No. 2, Mvmt. 4 Urlicht
• Symphony No. 5, Mvmt. 1 Trauermarsch
Martines, Marianna
• Allegro con spirito from Sinfonia in C, Mvmt. 1
Mussorgsky, Modest
• Promenade from Pictures at an Exhibition
Puccini, Giacomo
• Nessun Dorma from Turandot
Purcell, Henry
• Rondeau from Abdelazer
Ravel, Maurice
• Pavane of Sleeping Beauty from Mother Goose Suite
Rimsky-Korsakov, Nikolai
• Procession of the Nobles from Mlada
• Scheherazade, Finale from Mvmt. 4
Rossini, Gioachino
• William Tell Overture
Saint-Saëns, Camille
• March of the Lion from Carnival of the Animals
Schumann, Robert
• Sostenuto assai from Symphony No. 2, Mvmt. 1
Strauss II, Johann
• Die Fledermaus Overture
Stravinsky, Igor
• Dance of The Ballerina/Waltz from Petrushka
• The Rite of Spring - Introduction
• Toccata from Pulcinella
Tchaikovsky, Pyotr Ilyich
• Trepak from The Nutcracker
Vaughan Williams, Ralph
• English Folk Song Suite, Mvmt. 2 "My Bonny Boy"
Warlock, Peter
• Basse-Dance from Capriol Suite
Reviews
Dr. Luis Engelke – Towson University Professor of Trumpet, Principal Trumpet of Lancaster, Mid Atlantic, and Kennett Symphony Orchestras, Baltimore Chamber Orchestra, Yamaha Performing Artist and Clinician
These are outstanding trios with an innovative concept that students from consecutive lessons can be combined with the instructor to play great music together. Both students and faculty will be challenged, and the trios provide a great opportunity to work on section playing, technique, endurance, style, and the symphonic repertoire.
Rodney Marsalis – The Rodney Marsalis Philadelphia Big Brass
I recently had the pleasure of exploring a trumpet trios book that truly exceeded my expectations. 50 Symphonic Trumpet Trios not only showcased a diverse range of composers but also catered to trumpeters of all levels with a spectrum of difficulty. Each piece offers a unique and enriching experience, making it a valuable addition to any trumpeter's repertoire.
Dr. Raquel Samayoa – Associate Professor of Trumpet at the University of North Texas, Principal Trumpet of the Richardson Symphony Orchestra, member of Seraph Brass, Yamaha Performing Artist, Denis Wick Artist and Clinician
Practicing with peers has shown that it can elevate proficiency on any instrument. This is exceedingly apparent with 50 Symphonic Trumpet Trios. It is a fantastic collection of new trios for trumpeters of all levels. Challenges include technical facility, musical expression, and chamber music fundamentals. I also appreciate the fact that female composers such as Amy Beach, Barbara Harbach, and Marianna Martinez are represented in the book!
Phil Snedecor – Professor of Trumpet at The Hartt School (Univ. of Hartford), Artistic Director, Washington Symphonic Brass, former 2nd Trumpet Baltimore Symphony
Ed Hirschman has put together a spectacular collection of music for three trumpets. This would be a perfect way to build a collaborative culture within your studio by playing along with the student you were just releasing from a lesson while the student that is waiting for a lesson enters. That’s what I’m going use this for and I’m looking forward to it. Congratulations on a great addition to trumpet pedagogy!
Micah Wilkinson – Principal Trumpet of the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra, Adjunct Professor of Trumpet at Duquesne University, Vincent Bach Trumpets Artist and Clinician
These trios are a fantastic addition to the repertoire, especially for students who want to learn some tunes together. They are a great resource for helping students discover the harmonies and textures that envelop many of our well known orchestral excerpts. This experience adds depth of understanding and helps to develop an informed sense of style and character. They are also great for building orchestral section-playing and chamber skills.
