the star spangled banner song for a trumpet

The comment is irrelevant to the content as the performer’s intention is to create flourish, not read strictly off of a page of sheet music.

Just stick to the notes on the page if you can’t move an audience with nothing but a melody, then you need to keep practicing.

“I can’t stand it when people, not just trumpet players, try and jazz up the melody and impress everyone with their range. Stylistic choices are often pre-determined by skill levelĪfter having a listen to my recording, one fellow trumpeter had this to say, It is far more important to be intentional rather than follow written music note for note, particularly when you have to perform all alone. For me, playing a short half note in order to get the pickup for the next phrase in-time sounds hurried and lacks dramatic effect. There are some who consider this to be “incorrect” but, musical tastes hinge on what the listener’s ear might be expecting. Notice that in the video, I’m holding the low written “C” at each cadence twice as long both times through the first repeat (5 beats instead of 2). It is important to choose a tempo that works for every phrase. The phrasing and tempo of this tune are crucial elements. Jesse McGuire, Arturo Sandoval, and Herb Alpert. The tune has traditionally been a featured opening segment of sporting events throughout the country and has been performed by many great trumpeters during nationally televised games. The Star Spangled Banner, known here in the United States as our national anthem, was written by John Stafford Smith with lyrics by Francis Scott Key.

The star spangled banner song for a trumpet