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The Cross Of Jesus
A trumpet solo which begins with a sense of agony in the piano using the tune of “Beneath The Cross Of Jesus.” The solo then makes a declamatory statement and then becomes very expressive in a recitative-like section. This section is expressive and then becoming more vigorous using thematic material from “At The Cross.” After another transition the piece become vibrant using the theme of “The Cross Is Not Greater than His Grace.” A swift modulation and a faster tempo the piece ramps up a vigorous flair where it elevates to a strong crescendo including some triple tongue motives.
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Praise Medley
An accompanied trumpet solo based on hymns of praise including: “To God Be The Glory,” “Our Great Savior,” “Since I Have Been Redeemed” in variation. A technical piece where double tonguing is required and gives opportunity for virtuosic playing. The re are various sections which also give rise for expressive playing as well. A delightful piece that is certain to capture the listener’s ear.
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Resurrection Medley
A trumpet solo with a variety of styles including the hymns: “What A Wonderful Saviour,” “Christ Arose,” ” Wonderful Words Of Life” (in two variations), concluding with “Christ The Lord Is Risen Today.” A vibrant solo from beginning to end!
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O Holy Night
For trumpet and piano, the melodic material is constantly being embellished from florid to impetuous – ever changing in a rhapsodic form.
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Onward Christian Soldiers
The piece begins with a lengthy introduction based on a spritely motif taken from the theme. The first theme statement in the solo is gently modified and then goes into a short modulation. The theme is then presented in the piano while the solo adds an effervescent obbligato. This continues on in this manner until it comes to a climatic close.
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My Anchor Holds
This solo is in a march style throughout. It begins with little fanfare figures in the piano and then as it progress the soloist and piano exchange rolls. The second section is in a variation style while the third section is more expressive. The final section is more boisterous ending on a solid footing.
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Dona Nobis Pacem
This trumpet solo begins with a brief motif in the piano and then begins a series of variations and the soloist presents the theme. The variations are sometimes florid, other times plaintive, some times imitative and finally bold.
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But Whom May Abide The Day…
Taken from the “Messiah”, this solo with piano is essentially a transcription of the original work. It features sufficient counterpoint between the various instruments.
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Hallelujah Chorus
A solo instrument with piano accompaniment? Can an arrangement capture the essence of the original with the majesty of full chorus and orchestra? This piece really does- it is amazingly complete!
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Christ The Lord Is Risen
A brass solo in a Theme and Variation form. It starts out with a joyous introduction and then breaks into an antiphonal set of response of the tune. The first variation is essentially a descant while the piano carries the tune. The second variation is more contrapuntal in the piano while the solo carries on a fanfare-like obbligato. After a brief transition the piece concludes with a bold statement of the tune while being under-pinned with a walking bass line.
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Lead On O King Eternal
Originally in a duple meter this arrangement very cleverly is in a 6-8 march style. It progresses in a rather processional manner and then transitions to a slower reflective expression. The piece returns to its former style and then ends on a declamatory note.
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O Mighty God
After a majestic introduction the piece settles down into a softer and more expressive rendition of the tune “How Great Thou Art.” The middle section is a variation of the first section with the melody in the piano while the soloist plays an obbligato styled line. Then the piano present a transition in a majestic style modulating to a new key with the solo line presenting the tune in again expressive style with a lot of dynamic shading. The piece concludes in a majestic sense of finality.
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Jesus Is The Sweetest Name I Know
A brass solo that begins with a reflective piano introduction that is then joined in by the soloist. The tune is true to the original with little embellishment. A brief piano interlude gives over to the melody in the piano while covered by an sonorous obbligato in the solo line. The piece ends with a gentle motive and then settles in a sweet repose in the piano.
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I Wonder As I Wander
This solo is plaintive throughout as it begins with a simple melodic motive. The first verse is simply stated in the solo while supported with broken chords in the piano. The second verse is much like the first but the piano not supports the tune with gentle punctuations. The third verse is in the piano while the solo line produces a ebb and repose obbligato- the two line join together in a dramatic cadence and then settles down to a quite repose where the piano continues in a solemn flavor. The final statement in the solo is much like the first where it is joined with moving scale patterns in the piano. The two players sweep upward one last time to then settle down into solemnity.
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Faith Is The Victory
This solo with piano starts out in a march triumphal style with a short introduction. The first section is stated in a rather familiar rendition of the melody in varied rhythmic devices. The middle section is a complete change of pace being slower and expressive. With a tempo increase the pieces orients itself back to the first style and tempo. The Coda starts at low ebb and melodically grows until it ends on a high note- then a solid final figure.
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The Old Rugged Cross
Opening with a tender, contemplative statement, the embellished medley of this solo presents itself only to soar with a meaningful obbligato line, and then settle back into a sense of assurance that this grand old hymn exemplifies.
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Softly And Tenderly
A gentle introduction by the piano and then the solo trumpet presents the theme with subtle rhythmic deviation. The chorus continues in the same fashion. A quick modulation and the theme continues in a modified fashion with even more scale wise embellishment. The piano then takes over with the tune and with another modulation the solo enters with more harmonic deviation. The Coda section moves with subtle motivic deviation and comes to a solemn rest.
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Jesus Loves Me
This solo with piano is constructed in a rondo form alternating the tunes of Jesus Loves Me, Praise Him All Ye Little Children and Jesus Loves The Little Children. Each section of the piece is in a different style thereby giving a great deal of variety technically and musically for the younger player.
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My Faith Looks Up To Thee
After a brief introduction the trumpet solo enters with the theme with a piano line that is rather alla-Baroque. The next section is presented in the piano with warm harmonic movement. The middle section is offered by the solo line in a mildly altered tune. This leads to a modulation with textures reminiscent of the previous two styles. The Coda is a majestic conclusion stating the theme of the title.
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Young Trumpet Soloist
A solo collection with piano including: “Praise Him All Ye Little Children,” “Abide With Me,” “Dare To Be A Daniel,” “My Jesus I Love Thee,” “Away In A Manger,” “We Gather Together,” ” “Hallelujah! What A Saviour,” and “‘Tis So Sweet To Trust In Jesus.”
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Tis So Sweet to Trust in Jesus
This solo with piano is structured in a quasi-rondo form. Thus making a great deal of variety in texture, style, and dynamic.It will make the young performer sound more advanced.