Trumpet Voluntary: Concert Band Conductor Score

$10.00 USD

Trumpet Voluntary: Concert Band Conductor Score

Name: Trumpet Voluntary: Concert Band Conductor Score
Brand: Alfred Music
SKU: 81-CB983S
Price: 10.00 USD
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By Jeremiah Clarke / arr. David Marlatt

Grade: 1

Item: 81-CB983S

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This incredibly famous Trumpet Voluntary (often attributed to Henry Purcell) is one of the most often requested wedding pieces of all times. This arrangement features a trumpet duo (or optional solo) and band. The band parts are very reasonable and the solo parts could be performed by members of the ensemble or could feature guest soloists such as an older student or even the conductor! The popularity of this melody is sure to win over audiences and it gives an opportunity to show off the talents of a pair of students or other guest soloists.

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Series: Eighth Note Publications

Publisher: Eighth Note Publications

SKU: 81-CB983S

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About the Composer: Jeremiah Clarke

Jeremiah Clarke (1674-1707) was an English Baroque composer and organist whose church music and instrumental works demonstrate the harmonic sophistication and melodic clarity characteristic of late 17th-century English composition. Though his life was brief, Clarke's output included organ voluntaries, anthems, and instrumental pieces that remain central to the Baroque repertoire. His most famous work, the Trumpet Voluntary, has become a staple of ceremonial music and continues to introduce new generations of musicians to Baroque style.

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Why we love this

This arrangement transforms a beloved ceremonial standard into an accessible concert band vehicle that showcases student soloists without demanding professional-level trumpet virtuosity. The Grade 1 band writing keeps ensemble demands light, making the focus genuinely land on the featured players, while the iconic melody virtually guarantees an engaged audience response.

What to expect

Stately and celebratory, with the characteristic brightness and directness of Baroque trumpet writing. The melody unfolds with natural elegance, moving between intimate solo moments and fuller ensemble passages that feel ceremonial without becoming heavy.

Who it's for

Directors seeking a reliable showcase for developing trumpet soloists, whether advanced section members or guest musicians. This arrangement also serves bands looking for recognizable Baroque repertoire that builds student confidence without extensive technical demands on the ensemble.

How to get the most out of it

Balance the trumpet duo prominently in the opening solo sections; the band should support rather than compete, even when parts enter.
Shape the melodic line with gentle phrase breathing rather than strict articulation; Baroque style benefits from vocal phrasing conventions.
If using student soloists from within the ensemble, assign them adequate rehearsal time for their parts separately before full band integration.
Consider the ceremonial character when selecting tempo; allowing breathing room between phrases honors the piece's wedding and formal context.

How to use it

Program this as a featured selection on a concert celebrating student soloists, or pair it with other Baroque works for a themed program segment. Its ceremonial nature and immediate melodic appeal also make it ideal for community events, pops concerts, or occasions where musical accessibility matters alongside musical substance.