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Learn How To Arrange Music For Your Ensemble Without Knowing How To Arrange Music For Your Ensemble

written by Bruce Chidester on October 9, 2023

You might think that statement is a little confusing but knowing how to do something is not necessarily the same as being able to do something without knowing how it is done. Several readers have asked how they can arrange music for their ensemble even thou they have no knowledge of music theory or basic rules of harmony and voice leading. For those interested in this process I will give some pointers on how this can be accomplished. Even without music theory, anyone can arrange music with the help of a simple yet powerful program available at no cost. Our…

The Great American Shoot Out Part 5- String Trio vs. Brass Trio

written by Bruce Chidester on June 13, 2023

In our ever-continuing struggle to gain prominence in the world of instrumental performances, I have now posted the 5th in our series entitled “The Great American Shoot Out” which compares music written for various ensembles and solo instruments to the technical ability of the Trumpet. Vivaldi composed this number (La Follia) originally for a String trio. My transcription was done for two Trumpets and a Euphonium. As you will hear, the violins were much more used to the difficult skips and the outrageous tempi. An additional problem would be the constant playing. Today we continue with our challenge as we…

Possibly The Most Difficult Record Copy Ever Made

written by Bruce Chidester on May 20, 2023

One of my all-time favorite Dixieland groups was Kenny Ball And His Jazzmen. A list of their successes in the early 1960s would include the following- Midnight in Moscow, The Green Leaves of Summer, Sukiyaki, Hello Dolly and When I’m Sixty- Four. But the most impressive recording in my opinion, was a lengthy (6 minutes 28 seconds) number entitled High Society. To an average listener, the extended Clarinet solo which lasts through seven full choruses might seem excessive but to a fellow musician it has the effect of sheer amazement. The traditional Clarinet solo was recorded by Alphonse Picou and…

NEW Series- Concert Trio Pieces For All Instruments

written by Bruce Chidester on January 1, 2023

We have had several requests to offer some of our original trio compositions for various combinations of instruments. In order to fill these requests, we have opened a new category of arrangements/compositions called “Concert Pieces” which we will add to regularly. This new section of offerings will address these requests in that each arrangement/transcription can be performed as a trio with any three matching instruments in either Treble or Bass clef. To illustrate the flexibility of these pieces, we have included our first offering below, recorded with several applications. Marimba Trio Sample Trombone Trio Sample Clarinet Trio Sample Full length…

Cyber Monday Special- 10% Discount on “All Orders” at Trumpet Ensemble Music.com

written by Bruce Chidester on November 26, 2022

If you are in need of new arrangements for your Brass Ensemble, Cyber Monday is your lucky day! All orders will automatically receive a 10% discount this coming Monday in appreciation for your continued support of our site. No matter how many or type of arrangement/transcription, you will receive an automatic 10% discount. Mark your callander to take advantage of this first-time store wide sale. Trumpet Ensemble Music.com

This Month’s New Arrangements/Transcriptions to https://trumpetensemblemusic.com/

written by Bruce Chidester on November 14, 2022

It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year- Brass Quintet (Tpts. 1,2, Ho – Trumpet Ensemble Music Jingle Bell Rock- Brass Quintet (Tpts. 1,2, Horn in F, Tbn., Tuba) – Trumpet Ensemble Music Flute Sonata in A major/Vivace- Trumpet Trio w/Bass – Trumpet Ensemble Music Jesus Paid it All- Trumpet Quartet w/Piano – Trumpet Ensemble Music Gloria in excelsis Deo- – Brass Sextet (Tpts 1,2,3/Horn/Tbns 1,2) – Trumpet Ensemble Music Clarke Technical Study #1- Trumpet Quartet – Trumpet Ensemble Music Clarke Technical Study #2- Trumpet Quartet – Trumpet Ensemble Music Clarke Technical Study #3- Trumpet Quartet – Trumpet Ensemble Music…

The Great American Shoot Out (Part 3)- Solo Flute vs. Trumpet Trio & Double Bass

written by Bruce Chidester on November 6, 2022

Transforming a Baroque Flute solo to a Trumpet Ensemble was a real challenge. It began as a Trumpet Duet but quickly changed to a trio primarily because of the constant playing which gave the advantage to the flute over the Trumpet. The next hurdle was to musically divide the three parts evenly and still retain the same musical flow of the original solo instrument. It is my wish that we have added the same excitement and authenticity of the period by featuring our Trumpets in the same way Vivaldi accomplished with his well known Vivaldi – Trumpet Concerto for 2…

Another Great American Shoot Out- Vocal Ensemble vs. Trumpet Choir and Bass

written by Bruce Chidester on October 24, 2022

This was a very challenging project for most of the charm in the vocal score hinges on the text rather than the rhythms and pitches. I do feel that we were able to come close to the original even facing this obvious advantage for the singers. Now check it out as a vocal number at…..

Our Thoughts and Prayers Are With You All

written by Bruce Chidester on October 11, 2022

Thanks to our friends in the Nebraska Trumpet Ensemble

written by Bruce Chidester on October 9, 2022

Our thanks go out to our friends in the Nebraska Trumpet Ensemble for their continued support in choosing our arrangements to perform. If you have not listened to them before, treat yourself to other fine performances on YouTube. And here is another from the same concert. Be sure to check out the “OUT STANDING” trumpet solo also.