Journeys by Trumpet is a collection of short unaccompanied studies, written to provide students with a steady progression through their studies.

The studies include as many aspects of musicianship as possible within each piece: dynamics, articulation, breath management phrasing etc., all of which should be carefully thought about and applied. They are also great for transposition practice – the early studies are more scalic, and in a comfortable register for transposing to higher keys.

There is a large element of performance and interpretation in these pieces, giving the player an opportunity to tell a story, or set a mood, rather than being just a technical exercise.

Whatever level you have achieved on your trumpet, there will be something for you in this selection of pieces.

I hope you and your audiences enjoy them.

Mark Elvin

Journeys by Trumpet is available as hard copy (book) or as a digital download (pdf). You can also buy individual pieces as digital downloads.