Trumpets of Symphony Hall: Concert Band Conductor Score

$6.00 USD

Trumpets of Symphony Hall: Concert Band Conductor Score

Name: Trumpets of Symphony Hall: Concert Band Conductor Score
Brand: Alfred Music
SKU: 00-37797S
Price: 6.00 USD
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Trumpet Section Feature

Arr. Todd Stalter

Grade: 1.5 (Easy)

Item: 00-37797S

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Here is a medley that provides a great opportunity to let your trumpet section be exactly what they want to be---the stars of the show! Performing this delightful arrangement of familiar symphonic themes by Beethoven, Mozart, Dvorák, Haydn, Bach, Offenbach, and Brahms works very well with the trumpets standing in front of the band, but is also effective with them seated within the ensemble. A unique way to vary your concert program and to introduce students to some of the finest orchestral literature, this arrangement will undoubtedly be a highlight for both performer and audience alike!

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Series: Challenger Band Series

Publisher: Alfred Music

Page Count: 8

UPC: 038081438412

SKU: 00-37797S

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About the Arranger: Todd Stalter

Todd Stalter directed the band program at Eureka High School in Eureka, Illinois, for 34 years, building it into a statewide powerhouse. His marching band won 16 Class 1A state championships, his concert band earned consistent Superior ratings at IHSA contests, and his ensembles performed at Orchestra Hall in Chicago, Walt Disney World, and multiple bowl game festivals. He was inducted into the Illinois State Marching Band Championships Hall of Fame.

Beyond his high school leadership, Stalter has guest conducted All-State bands in Georgia and Delaware and served as clinician and adjudicator throughout the Midwest. His original compositions and arrangements for band and string orchestra appear on state contest lists across the country and are featured in the "Teaching Music Through Performance in Band" series published by GIA. He holds degrees in music education and trumpet performance from Illinois State University, where he studied trumpet with the solo cornetist of the United States Marine Band.

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Why we love this

Stalter gives trumpets genuine musical material worth standing for. Rather than relegating the section to a single melodic line, he builds an entire medley around their voices, drawing from Beethoven, Mozart, Dvorák, Haydn, Bach, Offenbach, and Brahms. The novelty context keeps the programming fresh while the symphonic sources ensure musical substance.

What to expect

Bright, celebratory, and purposeful. The medley moves through recognizable symphonic themes with a sense of elegance, inviting the audience to discover musical connections across centuries of composition. There's genuine joy in hearing these familiar melodies given new voice through the trumpet choir.

Who it's for

Directors who want to feature their trumpet section without programming a traditional solo feature. This works equally well for bands seeking a novelty concert moment or for programs that want to introduce students to beloved symphonic literature in an arrangement that feels fresh and accessible.

How to get the most out of it

Decide early whether your trumpets will stand in front of the band or remain seated; either setup works, but committing to one allows the rest of the ensemble to balance and respond accordingly.
Shape the melodic phrases through the trumpet section rather than relying on solo work; this medley showcases the section's collective voice as much as individual artistry.
Balance the accompaniment figures in the lower brass and woodwinds so they support without competing with the featured trumpets.
Use the familiar orchestral themes to your advantage in rehearsal by discussing how each composer shaped these melodies; it deepens phrasing and musical intent.

How to use it

Place this midway through a concert when you want an energy shift that still maintains musical substance. It pairs naturally with other Grade 1.5 to 2 works and offers a welcome alternative to standard march or novelty programming that audiences expect from young concert bands.