All-Star Sports Pak: 2nd B-flat Trumpet Book

Story nailed the balance between genuine musicality and functional simplicity. Second trumpet players get to sit comfortably in the middle of the voicing without sacrificing the full, punchy sound that makes these tunes work at halftime or pep rallies.

Infectious and propulsive. These arrangements channel the groove and swagger of their source material while keeping the orchestration lean enough that a smaller group can still sound full. The second trumpet sits in a comfortable register where you're supporting the melody without strain.

Second trumpet players in marching bands and pep bands who need reliable, energetic material that fits game days, competitions, and community events. This book works equally well for established programs looking to refresh their charts and newer ensembles building their first set of go-to pieces.

• Lock the rhythmic figures with the drumset. These arrangements live or die on groove precision, so spend rehearsal time syncing with what the rhythm section is doing.
• Lean into the dynamic contrasts. Story builds these charts to breathe, so respect the moments of relative softness before hitting the accented passages.
• Use the lyre-size format as an advantage during game day. The compact page layout means fewer page turns and easier visibility in outdoor lighting.

Build a game-day rotation around these titles. You can pull individual charts for specific events or program several consecutive tunes as an opening set that guarantees immediate crowd engagement. The mix of classic rock, pop, and recognizable themes means most selections will land with audiences of any age.

• Reading syncopated rhythmic figures across beat divisions
• Balancing harmonic function with countermelodic interest
• Responding to dynamic markings within a rhythmically driven context
• Coordinating with rhythm section parts (synthesizer, electric bass, drums)
• Executing clean attacks and releases in sequence with section partners