Fanfares and Finesse: A Performer's Guide to Trumpet History and Literature - Hardcover

Koehler, Elisa

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0253011795 ISBN 13: 9780253011794

Publisher: Indiana University Press, 2014

Synopsis

Unlike the violin, which has flourished largely unchanged for close to four centuries, the trumpet has endured numerous changes in design and social status from the battlefield to the bandstand and ultimately to the concert hall. This colorful past is reflected in the arsenal of instruments a classical trumpeter employs during a performance, sometimes using no fewer than five in different keys and configurations to accurately reproduce music from the past. With the rise in historically inspired performances comes the necessity for trumpeters to know more about their instrument's heritage, its repertoire, and different performance practices for old music on new and period-specific instruments. More than just a history of the trumpet, this essential reference book is a comprehensive guide for musicians who bring that musical history to life.

About this title

Review:

Elisa Koehler’s book is a resource all trumpeters will not want to be without! Author: Brian Shaw Source: Louisiana State University

From the Author:

Elisa Koehler is Associate Professor of Music at Goucher College and Music Director and Conductor of the Frederick Symphony Orchestra.

About this edition

• Publisher: Indiana University Press
• Publication date: 2014
• ISBN 10: 0253011795
• ISBN 13: 9780253011794
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 328