In this unique DVD, Wynton traces the history of the Trumpet from the early examples of a Conch Shell and Ram’s Horn, to today’s modern orchestral and jazz instruments. He explains how the construction of the Trumpet has changed over time, and demonstrates those changes by playing and talking about different historical instruments and their respective historical eras. In addition to this entertaining and interesting historical review, Wynton includes two bonus sections specifically for the trumpet player and musician. "Essential Tips for Getting Your Sound", and "From The Beginning", give the player unique insight from this excellent educator, Pulitzer Prize Winner, and superb musician to bring into your own sound every day! These are programs that everyone interested in the Trumpet or how to play it should have in their collection!

An outstanding DVD featuring world famous trumpeter and band leader Wynton Marsalis in a clinic with a student jazz combo and talking to other students about the essence of jazz performance. A perfect video to show to your students on a yearly basis. An outstanding teaching aid.

MASTER CLASS - TRUMPET, contains three student performances of classical trumpet literature by Tartini, Aruturian and Hindemith. Wynton works with each student on interpretation and performance objectives. There is also an extended question and answer section that covers many areas of Trumpet playing in both the classical and Jazz styles.

A wonderful collection of transcribed solos of popular "standards" as performed by trumpet great, Wynton Marsalis. Comes complete with booklet of the solos as well as a jazz piano accompaniment part. Also includes a list of the recordings that included the solos that have been transcribed. CONTENTS: April In Paris Autumn Leaves Caravan Cherokee Django A Foggy Day Linus & Lucy The Song Is You When You Wish Upon A Star

An incredible collection of transcribed solos of popular "ballads" as performed by trumpet great, Wynton Marsalis. Comes complete with booklet of the solos as well as a jazz piano accompaniment part. Also includes a list of the recordings that included the solos that have been transcribed. CONTENTS: For All We Know I Can’t Get Started With You It’s Easy To Remember My Ideal Skylark Stardust Street Of Dreams Where Or When Who Can I Turn To

THE MAGIC HOUR is a limited edition commemorative sheet music book containing photos and transcriptions of every song on Wynton’s Blue Note album of the same name. Solo transcriptions are in concert pitch for use by a variety of instruments.

This popular reel from the British Isles is given a full-blown treatment for string orchestra that sounds much more difficult than it plays. It is exciting and adds a new dimension to your program. There are opportunities for improvisation and the changes in tempo near the end bring the piece to a dramatic conclusion. An exceptional choice!

A unique combination of popular lullabies and Christmas carols featuring "Brahms' Lullaby," "Rock-a-bye Baby," "Away In a Manger," and "0, Holy Night." Unique and beautiful as it begins with the sound of a music box with pizzicato strings. An awe inspiring arco section leads into a dramatic statement before the piece winds down and ends as it began with the music box effects followed by lush quiet chords. Captivating!

This knock out arrangement takes the string orchestra to new swingin' heights. The popular "When the Saints Go Marching In" is taken into the twenty-first Century with a New Orleans style of Jazz feel. This is an excellent arrangement to teach an alternative style to string players. Fun for everyone!

Looking for the perfect vehicle to teach musicianship, elegant phrasing, balance, blend and beauty of tone? Create a musical journey for all with this heartfelt composition in a lyrical style. Beautiful melodies and intriguing countermelodies add life and color to this touching work. Sensational!

This dynamic piece in triple meter is reminiscent of swashbuckling heroes! The aggressive style main theme contrasted by a lyrical middle section makes this a perfect selection for contest or festival performances. Outstanding!

This catchy original tune is written in the style of fiddle music found in the mountain regions of America using easy bow shuffle rhythm as the basis. Example solos are provided if you want to open up the middle section of the piece for improvisation. This piece is an excellent and fun way to introduce the fiddling style of music. Everyone will be inspired to dance and clap along!

The famous “Musette” from the Anna Magdalena notebook is the basis of this enjoyable rock style piece. Your students and audience will love it!

Create excitement at the opening of your next concert with this wonderful work! A bold fanfare sets the stage with anticipation for what is to come. The brisk rhythmic allegro section is joyous and exploits the different colors of the string orchestra along with the solo string quartet. This one is sure to be a favorite with performers and audiences year after year. Outstanding!

Teach students how to play with long bows and make lush long phrases on their instruments with this easy beautiful work. You can feature your four best players with the addition of the solo quartet. An excellent piece to teach intonation to your group. Simply stunning!

This clever arrangement is an audience participation game that will add sparkle to your Holiday Concert. Print the provided game card in your program and have the audience check how many times they hear the melody of each carol. If each section stands when they have the melody, parents will see every child featured at their first Christmas Concert. A great memory maker!

The Rhythm Party™ Guide Book/CD can be used at home or in any school setting. It includes complete facilitator instructions for those who wish to move from the Rhythm Party™ experience to a traditional drum circle. For those who want to either learn or teach more formally about music, the DVDs and the book include a basic instructional section on notation and time signatures. This segment can be used individually or in a classroom setting. For teachers, the Guide Book provides helpful ideas for integrating the instruction into the classroom.

The Rhythm Party™ Guide Book/CD can be used at home or in any school setting. It includes complete facilitator instructions for those who wish to move from the Rhythm Party™ experience to a traditional drum circle. For those who want to either learn or teach more formally about music, the DVDs and the book include a basic instructional section on notation and time signatures. This segment can be used individually or in a classroom setting. For teachers, the Guide Book provides helpful ideas for integrating the instruction into the classroom.

The Rhythm Party™ Guide Book/CD can be used at home or in any school setting. It includes complete facilitator instructions for those who wish to move from the Rhythm Party™ experience to a traditional drum circle. For those who want to either learn or teach more formally about music, the DVDs and the book include a basic instructional section on notation and time signatures. This segment can be used individually or in a classroom setting. For teachers, the Guide Book provides helpful ideas for integrating the instruction into the classroom.

When anyone hears or sees Giovanni Hidalgo perform they are impressed by his technique, his musicianship and his ability to make the music come to life. The basics on which he has built his playing technique are taught and demonstrated in this book. Every exercise and musical composition in the book is contained on the CD, which also contains video clips of each of the basic strokes.

Two Innovative books for the drum-set by Ignacio Berroa. In defining the talent of Ignacio Berroa, Dizzy Gillespie said “…The only Latin drummer in the world, in the history of American music who intimately knows both worlds: his native Afro-Cuban music as well as jazz. Both books contain CD’s with instructional material played by the author and both contain fantastic play a-long tracks Groovin’ in Clave combines Rock and Funk with Afro-Cuban rhythms. A New Way of Groovin’ combines Jazz and Rumba Clave for a new sound on the drum-set.

This work incorporates elements from a variety of musical styles and genres including gospel, classical, and R&B. It is a great opener for a treble choir.

Love's Lantern is a moving concert work that traces a powerful spiritual journey from despair to hope, fear to love, and darkness to light. Weaving together scripture, the beloved hymn Children of the Heavenly Father, and Joyce Kilmer's poem Love's Lantern, the work begins with honest cries of longing before blossoming into a message of healing, faith, and God's unwavering presence. Richly expressive and deeply uplifting, it culminates in the triumphant assurance: "I will make a way in the wilderness." An inspiring choice for concerts centered on hope, resilience, and the enduring light of God's love.

Contents:

1. How Long, O Lord?
2. Therefore Give Us Love
3. To Joy and Light and Day
4. My Light and My Salvation
5. Create in Me a Clean Heart, O God
6. Sometimes a Light Surprises
7. Love's Lantern
8. I Will Make a Way!