A shortened and simplified version of one of the most popular pieces in the Triplo Press catalogue. Perfect for junior high level. Click here for the description of the original. In PDF format only.

A great teaching tool for the younger set. Destiny's Call is an excellent and musically satisfying piece that approaches pitch, unison and independent rhythms and melodic lines, articulation, dynamics and style.

Two vignettes, the first one slow (in Bb) and second a bit more spritely (in F). Range goes to F for first trumpet. Great for teaching phrase, pitch, blend, and independence. Rehearsal notes are provided by the composer.

A set of four cute and easy works for the younger players. Entitled Cheese Please, Thick Crust is a Must, Light on the Sauce, and Extra Pepperoni, the pieces use engaging rhythmic and melodic content (both unison and independent) and involve the basics of ensemble performance. The range stretches from low B to F on top of the staff.

For five or six B-flat trumpets. Full sounding. Easy and eminently useful. For the Cincinnati Herald Trumpet Ensemble. There are two recording here. The first is as in the score: 5 or 6 parts. The second is with an added two-trumpet descant, not represented in the score, but is included in the printed and pdf versions of this publication. When the descant is used, the difficulty level is raised to a 4.

Composed for (and perfect for) junior high trumpeters, these three pieces (Moderato-joyfully, Adagio, and Allegro, in keys of written G, A minor, and F) feature engaging melodies with attractive harmonies, accompaniment figures, and little challenges for everyone. Well edited, including articulations and occasional fingering reminders. Each piece is about two minutes in duration. The first and third works were first introduced as a capella melodies in 2002 in "Twenty-one Norwegian Trumpet Soli," published by Wolfgang G. Haas-Musikverlag Koln e. K., and are used here by permission. The second melody and the arrangements for all three pieces are by James Olcott. NOTE: to view the video full screen to better see the music, click on the lower right hand corner of the video.

Simple but interesting and fun both melodically and harmonically. Great for intonation practice and counting. Introduces fugue writing, triplets, and swing. Musically quite effective. Recordings left to right: Movement 1, Movement 2, Movement 3.

Lots of very musical phrasing and a great introduction to sensitive modern harmony. This piece can serve as a a great exercise for intonation, style, and ensemble. An excellent piece for mid-level and high school contest use.

Joy to the World, O Little Town of Bethlehem, Deck the Hall with Boughs of Holly, Angels We Have Heard on High, Silent Night, The First Noel, and O Tannebaum. Arrangements written in the most common keys for singing and are intended as accompaniments in sing-alongs and congregational use. The first five trumpet parts are essential to the arrangements. The sixth part contains the melodies when they aren't found in the other parts and can be played or taceted according to the wishes of the conductor. A very popular and widely used compilation.

Written in 1921 for woodwinds, brass and percussion, this fanfare is one of many commissioned from several composers to celebrate the publication of the periodical Fanfare. Typical of British fanfares. Short, very stirring, and amazingly great for starting up the second half of a concert. THIS FANFARE IS A FREE ADDENDUM WITH THE PURCHASE OF ANY WORK IN THE TRIPLO PRESS PATRIOTIC SERIES or can be purchased from this page. The virtual recording is by the Twin Cities Trumpet Ensemble of Minneapolis, Minnesota USA.

With organ. Two antiphonal groups of 5 B-flat trumpets each. Very easy trumpet parts. Strong and majestic. Incredible in the church setting. The tonal center has been changed to B-flat to facilitate accessibility and ease of performance.

Four short fanfares in appropriate styles for announcements

Approximately 25 seconds each. A modern sounding set of strong fanfares based on a common theme. Each fanfare adds another voice and becomes a little more complex. Commissioned for the opening of the Nutter Center Sports Complex in Dayton, Ohio USA.

One solo part for B-flat trumpet with 3 sections of 4 B-flat trumpets each. Begins quietly and builds to a grand ending. Can be done antiphonally. Extremely easy and extremely effective. NOTE: to view the video full screen, click on the lower right hand corner of the video.

Simple yet very effective arrangement akin to Dee Barton's famous arrangement for the Kenton band. Slow all the way, the piece is thick and lush. There is a little solo space at the very end of the piece. Great change-of-pace on any concert.

A part of the Cincinnati Herald Trumpet Ensemble Series, therefore straightforward, and requires a minimum of rehearsal time. Well-paced, majestic and colorful. Great for teaching style

A beautiful rendition of this classic. A difficulty mark of "3' because of the phrasing. Great for a meditative, change of pace situation in concert or church settings

Three trumpet parts and timpani. Suggested by the editor to be played by two groups of three trumpets each (a double set of parts is included with this edition). Parts written in C major. A classic of the trumpet ensemble literature. Exceedingly simple musically, excellent for the Baroque trumpet style. The edition contains excellent histoircal notes and insights into performance practice by Irmtraud Kruger, insuring a clear understanding of how to approch the piece. BONUS: Including with this edition is an arrangement of the March for four trumpets by trumpet historian Edward H. Tarr

A stirring yet simple rendition of this popular and historic patriotic tune, also known as "America", complete with solemnity and pomp. A great addition to any patriotic celebration.

FREE. Eight Bb trumpets, four flugelhorns, percussion. This arrangement can be performed as a solo, as a duet, as a trio, etc, up to eight trumpets, by adding the next part in the score. The four flugelhorn parts add depth and padding to the sound. In this conception of the anthem, it is to start out symbolizing a country alone, quiet but iron-willed, clear of mind, determined and resolved, to be quickly joined by more and more forces as the piece progresses, building to a climax of strength, unity, and defiance. ACCESS THIS OFFERING FROM THE FRONT PAGE OF THE TRIPLO WEBSITE.

The national anthem of Canada and part of the Triplo Press Patriotic Series. Can be played to full effect with four trumpets. Trumpets three and four have a few split optional parts and the final chord is voiced out to eight, so an ensemble of any size can create a very inspiring rendition of the work. This is a very effective piece. Available in pdf only.

For seven B-flat trumpets and two flugelhorns. An easy, very melodic setting with colorful use of chords and voicings. A very popular arrangement.

The GETCHELL BOOK 1 COMPANION, essentially second (duet) parts to the First Book of Practical Studies for Cornet and Trumpet by Robert Getchell (difficulty grades of 1 to 3), follows the principles found in Triplo Press's COMPANION SERIES, that being the concept of playing with students to help with conceptions of sound, style, pitch, tempo, and phrase. These 64 etudes are fun and satisfying in their own rights and can be played and studied as stand-alone works. They are most effective, however, when played as conceived: as duets to Mr. Getchell's book, which is published by Belwin. The sample recordings include studies no. 1, 13, 32, 51, and 64. The GETCHELL BOOK TWO COMPANION can be found by clicking here.

The GETCHELL BOOK TWO COMPANION, essentially second (duet) parts to the Second Book of Practical Studies for Cornet and Trumpet by Robert Getchell (difficulty grades of 2 to 4), follows the principles found in Triplo Press's COMPANION SERIES, that being the concept of playing with students to help with conceptions of sound, style, pitch, tempo, and phrase. These 57 etudes (the numbering begins with Etude 65, jumping in where Book One finished) are fun and satisfying in their own rights and can be played and studied as stand-alone works. They are most effective, however, when played as conceived: as duets to Mr. Getchell's book, which is published by Belwin. The sample recordings include studies no. 81, 86, 97, 103, and 111. The GETCHELL BOOK ONE COMPANION can be found by clicking here.

Composed for (and perfect for) junior high trumpeters, these three short pieces for four players (Tango, Andante, and Allegro, in keys of written A minor, E minor, and F) feature engaging melodies with attractive harmonies, accompaniment figures, and little challenges for everyone. Well edited, including articulations and breath marks. The second and third works were first introduced as a capella melodies in 2002 in "Twenty-one Norwegian Trumpet Soli," published by Wolfgang G. Haas-Musikverlag Koln e. K., and are used here by permission. The first melody and the arrangements for all three quartets are by James Olcott. NOTE: because of the 16th notes, this work could be put in grade 3, but the lines are rudimentary enough to keep it as a grade 2 (see examples by clicking the treble clef next to the microphones).

Triplo's new and revised edition of the 1992 publication, with new articulations, dynamics, and lines.

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Eight traditional hymn tunes for Easter, Thanksgiving, and general use, with two colorful descants for three trumpets each, arranged for church and congregational use. Compatible with 22 popular hymn texts. Tunes include:

• 1. Darwall's 148th ("Rejoice, the Lord is King" and three others)
• 2. Diademata ("Crown Him with Many Crowns" and four others))
• 3. Easter Hymn ("Christ the Lord is Risen Today")
• 4. Lancashire ("The Day of Resurrection!" and two others)
• 5. Llanfair ("Jesus Christ is Risen Today" and three others)
• 6. Loben Den Herren ("Praise to the Lord, the Almighty" and one other)
• 7. Nicaea ("Holy, Holy, Holy, Lord God Almighty")
• 8. St. George's, Windsor ("Come, Ye Thankful People, Come" and one other)

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For more clarification, click on the treble clef above.

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The recordings are of the above in order, starting from the left. Each recording has the tune played four times, the first being the tune as set by Mr. Olcott for three trumpets. The second is the setting with Descant No. 1 for three trumpets combined with the primary trumpet trio. The third is the primary trio with the second descant (again for three trumpets), and finally, in the fourth, all nine parts are played together. All of this is meant to show the flexibility of the publication. Exhilarating, majestic, and inspiring.

A colorful, effective, no-nonsense and stylish rendition for the Cincinnati Herald Trumpet Ensemble. In C concert. Great for training as well

Originally arranged in 1984 for the Cincinnati Herald Trumpet Ensemble (CHTE) and used for countless weddings, this re-discovered classic arrangement can be played a capella or with organ if the organist can transpose to Bb (their arrangements are usually in D). Very majestic -- and much simpler than most arrangements of this famous and popular piece.

A beautiful rendition of the classic. For solo B-flat trumpet, one piccolo trumpet in B-flat, six B-flat trumpets and two flugelhorns. The piece can be played on all B-flat trumpets, but it is much more effective when using the trumpets as designated.

A piece challenging and fun to play. Lots of musical interplay between the parts, with a variety of styles and meters. An excellent work for younger trumpet players.

A simple, straight forward, majestic and colorful arrangement for the Cincinnati Herald Trumpet Ensemble. Easy to rehearse and perform. Excellent use of voicing and sharing of the melody. Sections are easily repeated or rearranged.

The famous march

A transcription of the famous arrangement by Percy Grainger. A beautiful and simple setting, excellent for junior high or high school players, teaching style, phrase, and intonation. A very satisfying arrangement for both player and audience. Highly recommended.

Another simple but effective bossa nova. Very pretty. Solos are in the rhythm section. Range to G. Optional 5th trumpet part. With rhythm section (piano, guitar, bass and drums). From the TRPTS Jazz Quartet Series.

A one-of-a-kind brilliant British fanfare. 36 B-flat trumpets (originally 18 B-flat herald trumpets and 18 bass herald trumpets)* surround the audience in six groups of six and interplay sets of themes that roll in and out of one another in extremely exciting and masterful fashion. It is a very powerful and successful composition, fun to play and amazing to listen to. *Original version available (see TRP-103). Also available arranged for 12 trumpets (see TRP-033).

Needs 18 trumpets AND 18 baritones or trombones. The original version of this magnificent fanfare. 18 trumpets and 18 bass clef brass instruments, originally bass herald trumpets. Six groups of six players each surround the audience for a quintessential British fanfare. This is the piece with the highest number of independent parts for a trumpet ensemble on record. In PDF format only. Also available for 36 trumpets (ed. Olcott) TRP-65, and transcribed for 12 trumpets (Olcott) TRP-33.

A lightish, fun work, not too tough. typical Hefti, Medium up tempo. Lead trumpet goes to D. Head/changes/outchorus/head/coda.

For two pairs of three trumpets, antiphonally set. Lots of rhythmic and melodic interplay. Very effective opener.

A special setting for 10 or 12 trumpets of the famous work for voices, this is a beautiful, warm, and lush piece that is easy to play, with phrases natural and flowing. For six B-flat trumpets, four flugelhorns, and two optional B-flat piccolo trumpets. The two optional piccolo parts are not demanding at all (only one high D), but are there for color and add to the emotional impact of this setting.

This fun, medium up-temp jazz arrangement has been conceived for four or five trumpets a cappella. Optional rhythm section parts have been incorporated into the score and parts which add solo space and a delightful texture. With rhythm section, the timing of the piece, of course, expands to incorporate solo space.

A simple yet effective bossa nova in a minor key from the TRPS book of Mike Vax. No range demands. Rhythm section includes piano, guitar, bass, and drums. Head/solos/outchorus/head. Open solos all around. Changes are a little tricky but only mildly so. Flugelhorns are best suited for this piece.

The original (for 3 trumpets) arranged for three groups of 3 players each, with interchanging phrases between the groups. Can be done with the three groups set antiphonally. The arrangement requires piano accompaniment (not included with this publication) which is the same as the original publication for 3 trumpets and piano. This publication presumes that the buyer already has or will have the original Belwin publication in hand. This arrangement works especially well with band or orchestra accompaniment.

An excellent transcription of a beautiful, classic work for antiphonal brass. Two groups of four trumpets each in typical Gabrieli fashion with its contrapuntal lines and melodic independence. Really fun to play, and very effective, satisfying for both audience and player. Clearly edited for both articulation and phrasing. Easy range, going only to a'', and with the usual 3/2 sections. NOTE: to view the video full screen to better see the music, click on the lower right hand corner of the video.

Lots of exciting melodic and rhythmic interplay is showcased in this Ewazen-esque septet by an up-can-coming young composer. Less difficult then most "heavy" pieces, with the range only extending to B-flat easy-to-understand rhythms and styles. Great for teaching listening and playing together. Exciting for the audience as well.

An excellent and fun arrangement for both player and audience of this classic march. Inspired by the use of the march in the movie, "Bridge on the River Kwai," mouthpieces replace the iconic whistling introduced in the movie. The recording says it all. Really really fun with an infectious feel.

One of Triplo Press's most popular pieces, with over 850 copies sold since its publication in 2000. A very strong and colorful work with the harmonic, melodic, and dynamic color for which Eric Ewazen is so well known; uses interplay between the various players and pairings to excellent effect. Contrasts between fanfaresque and legato playing and loud and soft abound throughout. The tessitura of the first trumpet is at the top of the staff, with high C being the top note. Fun to rehearse because of the smart writing, and the product is very satisfying for both player and audience. An excellent contribution to the genre.

A shortened and simplified version for four trumpets of this piece (grade 2 - great for junior high level) is available. Click here for more information.

A lightish, straight ahead medium up-tempo head/solos/head/out. Lead trumpet to high C, with optional F's. One of Brad's simpler charts, cute and fun. Drums on brushes.

A one-minute great "interlude" piece to lighten up any concert. No solo space - just two choruses, in and out. The bass part is optional as is the four-measure introduction (both added by James Olcott), but both little additions add to the fun of the piece.

Salsa (rhumba). Great idiomatic arrangement of this classic latin tune. Rhythm parts are written out to facilitate style. Solo space for all in the refrain section. From the Triplo Press TRPS jazz trumpet quartet series.

In three sections (fast-slow-fast), of which the first and third can be used as “moment” fanfares. The main thematic material is traded and intertwined between all four parts for very interesting and captivating effects. Very well written and not too tough. The recording says it...

In the Baroque style of Stoelzel. Features intertwining lines with conventional harmonies. Interesting to play and hear. Good style, with a few tricky rhythms

A strong and inventive fanfare with the usual Hobbsian intertwining of lines, dynamic variation and rhythmic intensity. An excellent opener.

The ever-popular traditional Israeli song of celebration. Excellent and infectious spirit. Great for holiday seasons and celebratory/festive occasions. Also great as an encore. Really fun to play. RE the bass trumpet thing: Slip in a euphonium in its place and it will work fine. The heaviness of the bass in the slow sections as the piece gets going really makes the piece dramatic.

An exciting, formal fanfare. A great concert opener.

THIS WORK WAS MISTAKENLY MISLABELED AND MISATTRIBUTED IN THE MARCH 2023 EDITION OF THE ITG JOURNAL, page 75. *This work is an adaptation by James Olcott of ON A HYMNSONG OF PHILIP BLISS by David Holsinger, written in 1989 for concert band and based on the hymn, "It is Well With My Soul", and is used by permission of the composer.Beautiful and warm -- and not technically difficult. For two Eb trumpets (parts available for Bb's), one Bb trumpet, three flugelhorns and two bass trumpets in treble clef so that the parts can be read by flugelhorns. The sensitivity and blending of the melody, intertwining lines and lush harmonies make this piece a wonderful experience in human expression. It is suggested that all parts except the two bass trumpets be doubled unless the bass trumpet parts are on flugels.

A very tasty bossa nova. Uses optional (but advised) flugelhorns throughout. This recording snippet uses cornets (I was too lazy to get out the flug) Oh, well, that works fine too :-] ) - JO

Edited by James Olcott. Originally a work for female choir. Beautiful, slow and dramatic. Great for work on phrase, control, intonation, blend, and the choral style in general. Works great with four, but is most effective with more than one person on a part. The recording is by the Washington State University Trumpet Ensemble under the direction of David Turnbul in a large church balcony setting.

The classic Bach fugue transcribed and beautifully and carefully edited for five trumpets of like pitch.

No. 44: Marsch. Two antiphonal choirs of four B-flat trumpets each. Very martial in style. A certain pompose feel. This work is better for use at events rather than for concert purposes, and is stylistically excellent for such things. Excellent Baroque literature. Easy to put together, too. Take a listen...

A fanfaresque piece with a good rousing style. Excellent for teaching rhythm, ensemble interplay and ear training. A very satisfying work. Fun to play and rehearse.

Moderato, allegro brilliante, moderato. Very pretty espressivo sections. The piece is very accessible for moderate to good high school players, and is colorful and fun to play. Good rhythmic intensity, short spurts of double tonguing here and some fun flexibility challenges.

Classic processional originally for brass quintet and handbells. Works wonderfully for any sort of majestic occurrence.

One piccolo trumpet in Bb, six Bb trumpets, two flugelhorns, and bass trumpet (baritone is a suitable substitute). "Inspired by a visit to Plane Castle near Sterling, Scotland," writes the composer. Robust, colorful and descriptive.

Let it Snow, Let it Snow, Let it Snow; Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas; Frosty the Snowman; Jingle Bells. Very effective and lots of fun to play.

Sicut locutus est, the eleventh movement of Bach's Magnificat, fits beautifully for five trumpets. This transcription is carefully edited to help with phrasing and style, and is to be played in the traditional vocal style of connected notes and smooth articulation - a great teaching device inside a wonderful composition.

A very fun and not too difficult a piece to play. Audiences love this. Optional percussion includes sleighbells, templeblocks, slapstick, and xylophone.

Easy, very tasty and pretty bossa nova. Works best with flugelhorns, but effective either way. Head/solos (keyboard or guitar) with a few backgrounds/head. Arranged for Mike Vax and TRPTS. The overdub of this piece by Micah Bell.

Four pieces (La Majeste, La Grace, L'Amour, La Vigilance) from Twelve Heroic Marches arranged in excellent style. Wise use of tessitura for the grade level. Effective, accessible. On the Ohio Music Educators Association Contest List.

A lush yet very accessible arrangement of this beautiful standard. NOTE: to view the video full screen to better see the music, click on the lower right hand corner of the video.

A lively and fun march that owes its name due to its inspiration, namely the most standard work in the trumpet literature, the Trumpet Concerto in E-flat by Franz Joseph Haydn. Most every phrase and harmonic sequence is a direct descendant of some passage in the trumpet's most well-known solo composition.

Approximately 20 seconds each. Excellent fanfares used extensively by the Cincinnati Herald Trumpet Ensemble. Heralding announcements, arrivals, etc. Majestic.

An unearthed gem from 1938, this piece is a theme and variations from a composer "with a practice of writing music which would be interesting and have educational value to high school musicians." Carefully researched by the editors and with an extensive preface, the piece is perfect for high school and up players. Fun to play and study.

The classic Baroque trumpet solo. In C concert. Parts for C and Bb trumpets. Easy to put together and sounds great.

Sussex Carol and Wexler Carol are the two Christmas classics that Mr. Harbinson incorporates into this beautiful arrangement. One piccolo trumpet and five Bb's are used for the joyous Sussex Carol, and the five lower voices switch over to flugelhorns for a very warm rendition of the Wexler that utilizes beautiful counter-melodies. Optional percussion includes finger cymbals, triangle, high tomtom, and crash cymbals. (The first recording is without percussion; the second with). A very effective and enjoyable arrangement.

A fairly easy and very effective arrangement of this light 3/4 standard. Flugels are recommended for most of the chart. Sort of a solo feature for first trumpet with solo space for trumpet and piano. Range does go to f''' for lead. The recording is from the Summit Records CD "Collaboration" with Mike Vax and Ronald Romm, played here a little more energized than originally conceived.

A set of fourteen short jazz quartets for reading and teaching. Fun and musically satisfying for both player and listener. Great for small concert pieces and for practicing and teaching style. Encompasses varying tempos and styles of swing and Latin. Recording "A" has no.'s 1 through 12. Recording "B" has no.'s 13 and 14. A fifth trumpet part can be downloaded by clicking here. Click here to download a folder of rhythm section parts to accompany this publication (a .zip folder with pdf files). Leadsheets for soloing are also included.

A great arrangement of the classic swing chart from the Count Basie Band. It is best approached as a straight-ahead swing chart right out of the '30's and '40's. The recording, done here by Micah Bell, is an excellent example of the style. Totally non-pretentious, and really fun to play.

An excellent and powerful fanfare in the truest British tradition arranged transcribed from the original (18 Bb's and 18 bass trumpets - see TRP-103). Very exciting and effective. The original transcribed for 36 B-flat trumpet is also available via Triplo Press (TRP-65).

From the composer: "An Olcott Overture! is dedicated to my friend and publisher of several of my trumpet ensemble works, James Olcott. Stylistically and harmonically, the piece shows my Eastern European heritage, with rhythms that are in mixed meters and a texture which is gutsy and rustic. The bright, brilliant sound of the trumpet is yet another inspiration to me, with the sound of resonant fanfares and rich chords creating a heroic and celebratory sound." Setup on stage from left to right: 3-2-1-4-5-6. NOTE: to view the video full screen to better see the music, click on the lower right hand corner of the video.

Excellent idiomatic and well-crafted writing for the trumpet. ABA form with contrasting sections and moods, the piece is accessible and exciting for player and audience alike. All parts are active with lots of pairing and trading off. Highly recommended

Transcribed by James Olcott. With organ. Taken directly from Wilhousky's dramatic arrangement, this transcription can stand alone or be coupled with the published arrangements for choir/orchestra/band (minor editing of measure numbers would be necessary). Makes a very powerful closer

A light samba that sounds really nice on flugelhorns. Tasty lines and harmonies. Everyone gets a shot at the melody with solo spots for first and third. An eight-measure swing shout on trumpets heralds the return to the head. A very pretty chart.

From the Music from Brazil Series. A unique Brazilian jazz feel with interesting lines and modern harmonies. Four percussion parts, all very simple, are playable by members of your ensemble who aren't playing trumpet parts (bongos, shaker, cymbal/cowbell, and low-tom). Carefully edited. This recording, performed a whole step higher than the printed publication, is by the Brazilian group Trumpetando for which the piece was written.

An up-tempo, straight eighth based Latin tune much in the style of ChickCorea’s “Spain”. Its success relies on contrapuntal melodies, angular rhythms, some dissonant /piercing harmonic clusters, and a wide dynamic range. Really fun to play. –– This piece is also available with big band accompaniment (click here)

An up-tempo, straight eighth based Latin tune much in the style of ChickCorea’s “Spain” with big band accompaniment (parts for five saxophones, four in-section trumpets, four trombones, and rhythm section). Its success relies on contrapuntal melodies, angular rhythms, some dissonant /piercing harmonic clusters, and a wide dynamic range. Really fun to play. –– This piece is also available with rhythm section accompaniment (click here)

An excellent and effective transcription of this famous three-antiphonal-choir work. Carefully edited for maximum effect. NOTE: to view the video full screen to better see the music, click on the lower right hand corner of the video.

From Sacrae Symphoniae (1597). An excellent and very effective transcription of this wonderfully majestic and inspirational (and not too difficult) work. Stylistic articulation and dynamics, as usual in these types of pieces, are musts. For three choirs of four B-flat trumpets each.

Excellent transcription for like-pitched trumpets. Carefully edited for style, articulation and dynamics.

The second prize winner of the 2004 ITG Composition Contest (solo trumpet w/trumpet ensemble accompaniment) and premiered at the 2004 ITG Conference in Denver, this three-movement work is written for trumpet solo and trumpet ensemble accompaniment. All six parts are for C trumpets (which means that they could all be played on B-flats). All parts have lots of action and independence. Very idiomatic for trumpets but with fresh approaches to interplay, color, and accompaniment. Fanfares, warm melodies, playful rhythms. Movements' names: Crossing the Cuyahoga, The Skyline at Night, and The Emerald Necklace. From the composer: About Cleveland Sketches: The first movement, Crossing the Cuyahoga, is a heroic fanfare depicting the almost overwhelming scene of towering buildings as one crosses the river into Cleveland, Ohio. The serenity of the evening lights of the city as viewed from far away are the inspiration for The Skyline at Night, depicted by a lyrical song on flugelhorn accompanied by sustained notes in the cup-muted trumpet parts. The last movement, The Emerald Necklace, is a depiction of playful activity in the metroparks which surround the entire Cleveland area. - Clint Needham

Con lenezza means "in a quiet, gentle manner." A dramatic work that starts con lenezza and builds to a strong finish. The piece is slow all the way through, but contains lots of musical contrasts

A terrifically fun piece to play with the usual technical challenges associated with this piece. Clever doublings and innovative writing with tricky and effective dovetailing. A GREAT closer. The excellent overdub attached is by Minneapolis trumpeter and educator Shannon Curtis.

A transcription of the amazing fugue that shows up twice in Mozart's epic Requiem in d minor. Beautiful to listen to and really fun to play -- and study. The key of the piece has been dropped a whole step to better facilitate its accessibility for the trumpet. (The recording is in the original key).

From the Christmas Oratorio. An amazing piece of intertwining lines and duet figures that make this work especially fun for both the players and the audience. Carefully edited with particular care to articulation and phrasing.

A transcription of a haunting work originally for female choir. Extremely effective and a real challenge in every aspect of performance. A very beautiful work. The words of the poem are written into the score and parts to facilitate understanding, phrase, style, and articulation. NOTE: to view the video full screen to see the words, click on the lower right hand corner of the video.

Actually two fanfares, one in 6/8, the other in 2/4. Typical Uber stuff, namely lots of interplay, dynamic variation, and harmonic interest. Does the job as fanfares while still being musically interesting.

FANFARE FOR TRUMPETS is a study of nine short melodic snippits presented separately in echo, traded between two trumpet quartets and a flugelhorn quartet, developed, fragmented and piled up on top of one another in this most unusual and fascinating composition. The piece is a challenge in counting, style, and dynamics for the players, and a crowd pleaser that easily holds the audience's attention.

Edited by Maico Lopes, Nailson Simoes, and Nairam Simoes. An unusual quartet of pieces (Choro, Serenata, Maxixe, and Frevo) utilizing the styles of Brazilian traditional folk music similar to TRP-070. Four movements. Lots of exciting and rhythmic complexities. Extensively edited to obtain correct style.

More medium tempo be-bop. Lead trumpet to high C, and takes solo trades with drums. Not quite as "involved" as the other be-bop tunes, but still swings hard. From the TRPTS Jazz Quartet Series.

The fanfare to herald the coronation ceremony of Edward VII and Alexandra of Denmark as Emperor and Empress of India held in Delhi, India on January 1, 1903. Classic imperial elegance and majesty without being overly difficult. A very impressive and awe inspiring piece.

A five-minute suite of the favorites: Deck the Halls (with boughs of Holly); Silent Night; Angels We Have Heard on High; God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen; Joy to the World. Optional doubling on B-flat piccolo trumpets for parts one and two. Inventive writing, accessible, fun to play, satisfying, and excellent in terms of audience appeal. The recording is by the Twin Cities Trumpet Ensemble.

A transcription of a delightful work originally for piano. Light all the way through with demands for clean articulation and careful phrasing. A great change-of-pace piece. Performed here by the transcriber.

Medium swing tempo. Great lines for trumpets and vocal-like harmonic and voicing treatment (which isn't a surprise, as the arrangement is based on a great vocal treatment of the tune by Kerry Marsh). One special thing about this particular arrangement is that the bass has the solo space. Really fun to listen to, and just as much fun to play.

A beautifully transcribed version of the famous Grand March, complete with five choirs of four B-flat trumpets each. Very majestic. Written for and performed as the finale at the 2016 International Trumpet Guild Conference Festival of Trumpets. This recording is by the Twin Cities Trumpet Ensemble in concert.

A very lush, warm and hearfelt setting of this famous hymn as only trumpets can convey it. Extremely musical. The arrangement is an expansion of a beautiful setting for seven trumpets by Joel Mott.

A superb realization of this perpetual standard. Organized in three groups of trumpets, one of two, and two of four. Transposed to B-flat for easier accessibility. Optional timpani part included. NOTE: to view the video by the Twin Cities Trumpet Ensemble full screen, click on the lower right hand corner of the video.

The classic in a beautiful rendition for seven trumpets and rhythm section with solo chores going to the flugelhorn (the seventh trumpet). The parts say 'trumpet' but flugels can be used to great effect anywhere within the piece, especially at the beginning. Lead trumpet goes to e'''. Great musical shape, with beautiful lines and backgrounds.

Lots of clever interaction mark this intricate, idiomatic work. The recording, done here by Dr. Eric Swisher and the Murray State University Trumpet Ensemble for whom the piece was written, says it all.

A rather striking and very dramatic work for eight trumpets (also written for five trumpets - see Five Trumpets in this catalogue). This piece has a great deal of rhythmic and melodic counterpoint in very dramatic and harmonically fascinating ways. The juxtaposition of some melodic and expressive content add to the intriguing and exciting aspects of this piece. Intrada Dramatic has a decided "wow" factor without being overly difficult. It can be used as an extremely impressive opener or for a very special one-piece occasion. (Recorded by Tromba Mundi).

A rather striking and very dramatic work for five trumpets (also written for eight trumpets - see Eight Trumpets in the Triplo Catalogue). This piece has a great deal of rhythmic and melodic counterpoint in very dramatic and harmonically fascinating ways. The juxtaposition of some melodic and expressive content add to the intriguing and exciting aspects of this piece. Intrada Dramatic has a decided "wow" factor without being overly difficult. It can be used as an extremely impressive opener or for a very special one-piece occasion. (Recorded by Tromba Mundi)

A terrific shuffle for four trumpets without rhythm section. Great characteristic bass and melodic lines that set up a really cool groove. Trading off solo space for two trumpets. You need to listen to the recording on this one (recorded by the composer). You'll be hooked. It's that cool, and it falls into place pretty quickly.

Excellent, effective 20th century work. Slow, with a few quick runs and tricky rhythmic interplay. Featured on the album of the same name by Michael Tunnell and the Louisville Trumpet Ensemble.

Mambo Beat, written in the mid 1950's, was originally an instrumental showcase labeled as "mambo jazz" and has been updated starting at the solo section to reflect the more modern salsa feel. Every effort has been made to make this transcription/arrangement as authentic as possible, giving written examples of the authentic styles for the rhythm section. The piano part is written with stylistic patterns. The bass part should be read as written. The latin percussion instruments (patterns are given as examples) heighten the authenticity of the work but are not necessary. The guitar part is supplemental. The recording is of the beginning of the piece and does not reflect the salsa section, which carries the arrangement to the end. (see the piano part in the written example).

Very colorful. Fanfarish in nature with a sense of elegance, pomp and pride. Lots of melodic intertwining, with excellnt parts for all. Two timpanists with four kettledrums each and a bass drummer are needed for this piece.

Nine 90-second fanfares for B-flat trumpets in two volumes by Robert Bradshaw, Barry Ford, Michael Galib, Jack Kimmell, Eric Morales, Clint Needham, Greg Pascuzzi, David Shaffer, and James Stephenson. All excellent, exciting, unique and very accessible as per the graded difficulty. Commissioned, collected, and edited by Triplo Press's James Olcott in celebration of the trumpet, the ITG, and the 2012 meeting of the Guild's Ohio Affiliate Chapter, where they received their premieres.

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Contains the first five of nine 90-second fanfares for B-flat trumpets by Robert Bradshaw, Barry Ford, Michael Galib, Jack Kimmell, Eric Morales, Clint Needham, Greg Pascuzzi, David Shaffer, and James Stephenson. All excellent, exciting, unique and very accessible as per the graded difficulty. Commissioned, collected, and edited by Triplo Press's James Olcott in celebration of the trumpet, the ITG, and the 2013 meeting of the Ohio Chapter of ITG, where they received their premieres. Click here for Vol. 2

The recordings on this page, recorded by James Olcott, represent the five pieces in this volume (l to r): Triptych Cipher by Robert Bradshaw, Slancio! by Barry Ford, Fa una fanfara by Michael Galib, Flourish for Six Trumpets by Jack N. Kimmel, and Panoramica by Erik Morales.

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Contains the final four of nine 90-second fanfares for B-flat trumpets by Robert Bradshaw, Barry Ford, Michael Galib, Jack Kimmell, Eric Morales, Clint Needham, Greg Pascuzzi, David Shaffer, and James Stephenson. All excellent, exciting, unique and very accessible as per the graded difficulty. Commissioned, collected, and edited by Triplo Press's James Olcott in celebration of the trumpet, the ITG, and the 2012 meeting of the Ohio Chapter of ITG, where they received their premieres.

The recordings on this page, recorded by James Olcott, represent the four pieces in this volume (l to r): Fanfare, by Clinton Needham, Fanfare Ighisu Verchi, by Gregory Pascuzzi, Cincinnatus Fanfare by David Shaffer, and Gilded Fanfare by James Stephenson.

An excellent opener to any instrumental concert from award-winning composer Josh Hobbs. An impressive single-note double-tonguing underlines great development sections. Fun to play and exciting for both player and listener. Ten B-flat trumpets.

Excellent hip-hop funk. Great lines and great changes, with Brad's great voicings, interesting harmonies and quirky out-chorus lines. Really fun to play, and a super audience pleaser. The examples are of score excerpts and the first trumpet part.

Concert fanfare. Exciting and fun to play. Great opener. NOTE: to view the video full screen to better see the music, click on the lower right hand corner of the video.

A spritely Mozartean presto from his Symphony No. 1, written when he was just eight years old! A few tricky technical things keeps it especially interesting...and really fun. Great for teaching the style. Great program notes and performance hints by the transcriber.

The same arrangement as above but for five B-flat trumpets alone. (Recorded panning effects are not reflected in the arrangement)

With organ accompaniment. The famous Masterpiece Theater theme done for the Cincinnati Herald Trumpet Ensemble. Festive, majestic, practical and effective

A medley of the hymns for each of the US Armed Services (Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines, and Coast Guard). Written for piccolo trumpet in B-flat, five B-flat trumpets, and two flugelhorns. Graded a '6' because of the piccolo part. With that part taken down one octave, the grade would be a '4'. NOTE: to view the video full screen, click on the lower right hand corner of the video.

Seven short intradas in the late Renaissance dance style originally transcribed by Andrew Dziuk for six trumpets, edited here for two antiphonal groups of six like-pitched trumpets. Dziuk's original transcription can be found in the Triplo Press Catalogue as TRP-139.

Seven short excellently transcribed dancelike intradas in the late Renaissance dance style for six B-flat trumpets. Works beautifully as a set and really fun to play. Also works antiphonally by splitting phrases between two groups of six players ala the recording.The work is published in the antiphonal version as TRP-195. NOTE: to view the video full screen to better see the music, click on the lower right hand corner of the video.

From the Triplo Press Jazz Series. A beautiful solo feature for flugelhorn. Gentle latin. All rhythm section parts are written out. What makes this composition quite special is the written use of a string pad part for synthesizer or similar electronic keyboards. This is a gorgeous addition to the repertoire. –– This piece is also available with standard big band as accompaniment (click here)

From the Triplo Press Jazz Series. TRP-199 with accompaniment by a standard jazz band (5 saxes, 4 tips, 4 trombones, and rhythm section). A beautiful solo feature for flugelhorn. Gentle latin. All rhythm section parts are written out. This is a gorgeous addition to the repertoire. –– This piece is also available with rhythm section alone as accompaniment (click here)

Originally for three flutes. Five movements: Preludio, Aria, Rigaudon, Minuetto, Capriccio. Typical music of the High Baroque. Fun and sophisticated, musically and technically challenging. Intriguing contrapuntal lines, intertwining rhythms and melodies. Excellently adapted and edited by Leslie Lake. A very satisfying musical experience.

The third movement from Holst's Second Suite in F for Military Band. For one Eb trumpet, four Bb trumpets, four flugelhorns, two bass trumpets, and optional anvil. Short, spirited, and fun to play. Lots of color. The bass trumpet parts can be played on flugelhorns.

An exceptional and very rousing and majestic piece perfect for opening an event or concert. Uses three antiphonal groups of four. The recording says it all. Whew! NOTE: to view the video full screen to better see the music, click on the lower right hand corner of the video.

A very exciting, colorful and highly effective transcription of this iconic movie theme. Written for two Bb piccolo trumpets, six Bb trumpets, three flugelhorns and percussion (tympani, snare drum, cymbals, triangle and bass drum). There is also a part for bass trumpet that can substitute for flugelhorn 3.

Three movements: Allegro con spirito; Andante cantabile; Tempo rigoroso. Similar in styles to the Suite for Four Trumpets (TRP-45).

From the Music from Brazil Series. Five sections (fanfare, allegretto, ballad, development, and coda) of clever and creative combinations of musical styles, consonant and dissonant harmony, and simple and complex rhythmic devices. Challenging and really fun to play. Commissioned, performed, and recorded by Trumpetando. Note: this recording, from Trumpetando's CD, Solo e Pedra, is performed in C concert.

Symphonic Echoes by Charles Wood is a masterful composition for 11 trumpets that captures the essence of 20th-century fanfare. This piece opens with a powerful and commanding fanfare, immediately drawing the listener into its rich, resonant soundscape. Wood’s innovative use of bass trumpets and flugelhorns adds depth and warmth, while the optional alto trumpet provides a unique timbral contrast. The intricate interplay between the different trumpet voices showcases Wood’s exceptional skill in orchestration, making this piece a standout addition to any advanced trumpet ensemble’s repertoire. This composition is perfect for concert performances, competitions, and special events, leaving a lasting impression on audiences with its bold and evocative character.

Timpani optional. Three movements: Maestoso; Largo; Allegro. Very colorful with lots of interplay, interests and challenges for all. Carefully edited to help with proper style and interpretation. Great for teaching the art of ensemble playing. Idiomatic and fun to play. Good program material. Note: This arrangement can be played on Bb or C trumpets. If on Bb's (do not transpose), the timpani must change the written notes from D to C and from A to G. The performance of this piece down a whole step from the original key (D major) will allow for greater accessibility for less experienced performers. The recording here is done on Bb trumpet and reflects the lower key. FURTHER NOTE: to view the video full screen to better see the music, click on the lower right hand corner of the video.

A light, uptempo piece that features your drummer a la Basie's "Cute" (brush work). Excellent change of pace. Trumpet parts not dificult, but the tempo and time sense requires a good rhythm section. Really fun and effective

Medium tempo (ca.120 bpm) a capella latin with a terrific understated feel and captivating rhythmic lines in bass, accompaniment, and melody. The use of rhythm and rhythmic space is rather unique - and really fun. Tricky rhythms. A great change-of-pace from the usual trumpet section jazz material. By the way, the recording is by the composer. Nice, isn't it?

A medium jazz shuffle blues with a really excellent groove and fun to play. Lead trumpet to high D w/optional high G. Excellent innovative writing and not taxing. The recording features Tim and his ensemble.

Transcribed by Scott Muntefering. A very cute and fanciful arrangement originally for four-part children's or female choir that translates perfectly for trumpets. Very fun to play. Short and sweet. Uses the dorian mode.

Fourteen jazz quartets written for enjoyment and the practice of transposition. Published in 2003 by Triplo Press with all parts transposed as 14 Recreational Jazz Quartets (TRP-069), TranspoJazz was originally composed to give students experience in playing jazz while improving skills in the art of transposition. The works are fun, short, varied in tempo and style, musically satisfying, and provide challenges in counting, phrase, ensemble performance - and transposition.

Transcribed and edited by Cathy Leach for four B-flat trumpets. An excellent, typical Bach fugue with the usual interaction between all of the voices. Carefully edited with articulations and dynamics.

Part of the Cincinnati Herald Trumpet Series. In D concert, so this arrangement is a little tougher than some others in the series, but it is simple to put together and very effective. The melody moves from voice to voice so that no one takes the brunt of the relatively high tessitura. Excellent for teaching the piece.and the appropriate style.

An original medium tempo concert march in 6/8 in the style of Sousa. Arpeggiated duets in the B and C sections of the work highlight the "trumpet" aspect of the piece, and it is a great deal of fun to play and listen to. For clearest effect, flugelhorns are suggested for parts nine and ten, and an E-flat trumpet is preferred over a B-flat trumpet or B-flat piccolo trumpet for part five so as to help blend and balance. An alternate part for E-flat trumpet is provided in this publication for part five. "Trumpets" is the first original work written specifically for trumpet ensemble in the traditional march style, and was penned for and premiered by the Twin Cities Trumpet Ensemble of Minneapolis/St. Paul, Minnesota, USA to high enthusiasm. NOTE: to view the video full screen to better see the music, click on the lower right hand corner of the video.

A fun medley of three tunes from the State of Texas: Yellow Rose of Texas, San Antonio Rose, and Deep in the Heart of Texas (with a sneak phrase of The Eyes of Texas are Upon You). Commissioned by ITG to open its 2018 international Conference in San Antonio, TX. Written for six B-flat trumpets and three flugelhorns.

This is an exact copy of the 8 original trumpet parts (4 orchestra and 4 antiphonal) with 4 filler parts added. A very successful and popular arrangement. The timpani part is theoretically optional, but the transcription hangs together best with it. NOTE: to see the music better, click on the lower right hand corner of the video to go to full screen.

A very fun an effective work. Technical demands in the melody line are what you would expect in this very famous piece, and the line is beautifully placed on E-flat trumpets. Playing the piece on the horns listed has a great effect on color, and a great - and fun - challenge for the players.
The other surprise with this arrangement is the percussion section, played by three trumpet players using their instruments to simulate the typewriter keystrokes, carriage bell and carriage return. Instructions are including in the publication. Listen to the recording to hear the effect and check out the treble clef sign next to the microphone to the right in this window. The piece can be played in the traditional manner with an actual typewriter (thus 13 rather than 16 trumpeters), but the other way is so much more fun...

One of the most often played fanfares by the Cincinnati Herald Trumpet Ensemble. Majestic, full, broad, strong, and effective, but not difficult to rehearse or perform. One of the pieces reviewed in the ITG Journal as part of the CHTE Collection.

Lightish, fun, patriotic and rousing. Two choruses with intro and tag. The first two trumpets carry the melody all the way through. Lots of inner fanfares and countermelodies. Trumpets 3, 4 and 5 utilize B-flat piccolo trumpets in the intro. The virtual recording is by the Twin Cities Trumpet Ensemble of Minneapolis, MN USA.

Up-tempo straight-ahead swinger. Great lines and harmonies. Some tricky but really fun be-bop licks. Originally written by Kerry Marsh as a jazz vocal chart, the voicings and interplay lend themselves beautifully to a trumpet section. Swings like crazy.