Page20 #17, Andante

12/27/09 • 1 min

Selected Duets for Trumpet, Page 20 Number 17, Andante, performed by David Summer. This duet is simply entitled Andante, which translates roughly to "at a walking pace". The second part of the piece makes use of a simple, but effective descending line in the Trumpet 2 part, which nicely offsets the Trumpet 1 melody line. The metronome setting for this performance is quarter note = 92.

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Page20 #16, Processional

Selected Duets for Trumpet, Page 20 Number 16, Processional, performed by David Summer. A processional is generally a slow march tune. Think of the "Bridal March" or "Pomp and Circumstance". The tempo marking "maestoso", meaning march-like, reflects this. A processional is also thought of as stately, dignified and majestic. This processional has two sections and, with the second repeat omitted, follows an AABA musical pattern. The metronome setting for this performance is quarter note = 92.

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Page21 #18, Time Study

Selected Duets for Trumpet, Page 21 Number 18, Time Study, performed by David Summer. This is a rhythmically interesting duet because of all the meter changes. These are indicated in the unusual time signature. The almost constant meter changes can prove a real challenge for a student, but the duet makes an interesting study. This is an especially good duet to have the student practice both parts of. The metronome setting for this performance is quarter note = 100.