Giuseppe Concone

Lyrical Studies

The "Lyrical Studies" by the renowned Italian vocal pedagogue Giuseppe Concone (1810-1861), selected and adapted for trumpet by John F. Sawyer, are designed to develop phrasing and breath control. From January 2009, the booklet will be available with an accompanying CD. The (film music) composer Robert Gulya has designed the accompaniments in extremely rich musical colors and genres. The aim of the concept of these accompaniments is to encourage attentive listening - the trumpeter is not simply placed on a comfortable track - and initiative, which strengthens confidence and musical awareness. The musical text has not been altered and the etudes can of course also be played without accompaniment. Note: The number of introductory bars of the accompaniments is given at the beginning of each etude.