One of the most difficult trumpet solos in print is J.S.Bach’s Second Brandenburg Concerto. Most of us own a copy but few have the courage or ability to actually perform it. Now you can be the first kid on your block to say that you have actually play through all of this imposing number. You just don’t have to mention that this version is written down a perfect fourth. It will be our little secret. Without this transposition, this wonderful solo would not be available to the less blessed players. When you couple the oboe part with the trumpet, you now have some of the best duet writing available. If you are a purest and feel that this is cheating, don’t download it and enjoy the pain and headaches playing it in the original key.
Download score here- Brandenburg #2 1st.mvt.
Play MP3 file here- Brandenburg #2
