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This monograph will serve as a guide to musicians for the preparation and performance of three new works by three living composers: Trumpet Sonata (2010) by Anthony Plog, Running at the Top of the World (2012) by Martin Rokeach, and Sonata - for trumpet and piano (2007) by Charles Reskin. Included will be sections or chapters on the history and background of each work, biographical information about each composer, detailed theoretical analysis and exclusive interviews with the composers. Each individual interview will provide insight into the music, including information on personal inspiration and imagery, a strong focus on timbre, tips and pointers on putting everything together with piano, thematic elements, and theoretical insights. The detailed analysis included in this dissertation will examine these three works further for their idiomatic use of instrumentation, phrasing, articulation, muting, tempi, and dynamics. Suggestions are given for each of these topics viz. interpretation and performance. With regard to my theoretical approach in this monograph, I will be using a variety of methods developed by important theorists including Hugo Riemann and Paul Hindemith. The work of the latter will be expanded upon substantially because Charles Reskin pays special homage to Hindemith in the third movement of his sonata. In my three analytical studies, I will argue that each composer chooses specific chords for a particular structural or semiotic reason. I will also draw important connections between various types of motivic material and discuss other techniques that each composer uses to provide cohesion among movements. / Music Performance

The idea of this artistic research project came from the desire to have a closer look into my own education as a classical trumpeter. The main goal of the work is to try to find an answer whether studying abroad is worth it or not in order to gain musical experience, musical knowledge and to become an artist. I, who have experienced three different educational systems, have involved into my research two single-country educated candidates from two European countries. I compare myself with them from the musical perspective. My aim is to shed light on whether more educational systems produce a different musical outcome than studying within a single education system. The research was made entirely in Stockholm, Sweden, with the help of electrical devices for recordings and interviews which can hopefully give an insight, not only for trumpet players, but also for many other people in the music world.

Le rôle de la lead trumpet dans un grand ensemble de jazz est hautement spécialisé et nécessite des études approfondies. Cette recherche explore le processus d'amélioration de l'art musical d'un lead trumpet de grand ensemble de swing moderne en plongeant dans l'étude pratique de la tradition jazz. Elle englobe une large gamme de ressources, comprenant une compréhension approfondie de l'histoire des grands ensembles et du rôle spécifique qu'ils jouent au sein de l'ensemble. Ce travail se concentre principalement sur la fourniture d'exemples techniques spécifiques tirés de la théorie jazz, du répertoire, de la littérature sélectionnée pour la trompette jazz et de la discographie pertinente, comprenant des références audios et visuelles. De plus, il présente une analyse des performances de deux lead trumpet de renom ayant marqué l'histoire de la scène jazz en jouant dans deux époques différentes avec le Thad Jones & Mel Lewis Jazz Orchestra. Cette analyse vise à souligner les avantages de la connaissance de l'improvisation jazz. L'objectif principal est de démontrer que cette étude peut grandement bénéficier au lead trumpet d'un orchestre de jazz, en complément de ses compétences techniques et musicales existantes. De plus, cette étude constitue une ressource précieuse pour les étudiants et professionnels aspirant à jouer le rôle de lead trumpet au sein d'un ensemble de jazz. En offrant des perspectives sur les aspects pratiques de l'étude de la tradition jazz, elle fournit des conseils et un soutien à ceux qui cherchent à développer leur expertise dans ce domaine spécialisé. / The role of the lead trumpet in a jazz big band is highly specialized and requires extensive study. This research explores the process of enhancing the musical artistry of a modern swing big band lead trumpet player by delving into the practical study of the jazz tradition. It encompasses a wide range of resources, including a deep understanding of big band history and the specific role it plays within the ensemble. This work primarily focuses on providing specific technical examples derived from jazz theory, repertoire, selected jazz trumpet literature, and relevant discography, which include audio and visual references. Additionally, it presents a performance analysis of two prominent lead trumpet players who made history in the jazz scene by playing in two different eras with the Thad Jones & Mel Lewis Jazz Orchestra. This analysis aims to highlight the benefits of jazz improvisation knowledge. The main objective is to demonstrate that this study can greatly benefit the lead trumpet player in a jazz orchestra, complementing their existing technical and musical skills. Furthermore, this study serves as a valuable resource for aspiring students and professionals interested in performing the lead trumpet role within a jazz ensemble. By offering insights into the practical aspects of studying the jazz tradition, it provides guidance and support for those seeking to develop their expertise in this specialized field.

Sammanfattning Att vara jazzmusiker kan betyda så oerhört många olika saker, och själva ordet jazzväcker på många sätt fler frågor än svar. Jazz som framförs idag är en såpass bred musikform att den är nästan omöjlig att definiera. Diskussioner uppstår kring nästan alla antaganden när någon försöker beskriva jazz och dess utveckling, och inte minst när man gör det i textform. Viljan att definiera musik och kultur är naturlig för många människor. Det är ett sätt att definiera sig själv och varandra som musiker, konstnär och människa, och ett sätt att bygga sin identitet och sitt sammanhang. Sedan jazzen institutionaliserades har äldre jazz på många sätt satts på en piedestal som jag ibland är orolig för ska hämma dess utveckling. Jag har under lång tid strävat efter att utvecklas inom jazzens mer traditionella område, och jag har ibland ställt mig frågan om jag verkligen är jazzmusiker, jag som till exempel inte kan improvisera till Charlie Parkers Donna Leepå ett övertygande sätt.    Detta arbete kretsar kring fraser. Precis som vårat talspråk så består musik och inte minst bebop av små komponenter, fraser, som tillslut bygger upp ett språk vare sig det heter svenska eller bebop. Genom att få en djupare förståelse för hur fraserna kan omformas vill jag pröva en hypotes om att bebop är en central musikform inom jazzgenren.Jag har valt ut femton fraser från bebopen som jag bearbetat för att spelas i ett modernare sammanhang, Christian Scotts musik från 2015. Av den processen för jag sedan en diskussion kring hur mina fraser relaterar till Scotts musik, och om varför vi kallar både ny musik och bebop för jazz. Med de material jag arbetat med har jag inte kunnat se att vi kallar båda stilarna för jazz på grund av musiken i sig, utan att detta snarare har sociala anledningar. Av arbetet har jag även funnit tydliga verktyg till att omforma fraser, och i arbetet delar jag med mig av de lärdomar jag dragit längs vägen.

In this work I have explored different ways of communicating the notated music (even in a more abstract form) to the musicians. How can I develop the aesthetics I am aiming for by using specific techniques in notation. I have also investigated how to incorporate the strengths of each improviser and whether it is possible to use these strengths as a compositional factor The group consists of a group of seven musicians playing 9 different instruments in total: trumpet, trombone, mellophonium, alto saxophone, tenor saxophone, clarinet, bass trombone, double bass and drums. During this project I wanted to make the most of composing and arranging for this particular constellation of instruments and the musicians who plays them.   The music I have written is for the most part influenced by jazz but sometimes bordering to a more classical or orchestral approach. In this project, I have challenged myself as an instrumentalist and a composer by utilizing a low C-string on the double bass. And while it made some passages more technically difficult to execute on the instrument, it has pushed me forward as a composer in wanting to explore all the different sounds and timbres available. The project resulted in a recording session at Sunnanå Studio, Sweden. / <p>Repertoar samt mediedokumentation:</p><p>1. <strong>Preludium</strong> (kompositör: Andreas Henningsson)</p><p>Andreas Henningsson-Kontrabas, Petter Hängsel, Trombone</p><p>2. <strong>Faktiskt</strong> (kompositör: Petter Hängsel)</p><p>Andreas Henningsson-Kontrabas, Petter Hängsel, Trombone, Björn Hängsel - Bastrombone, Erik Kimestad Pedersen - Trumpet, Rasmus Nyvall-Tenorsaxofon, Kristoffer Rostedt-trummor</p><p>3.<strong> Musikhandlaren</strong> (kompositör:Andreas Henningsson</p><p>Andreas Henningsson-Kontrabas, Petter Hängsel, Trombone, Björn Hängsel - Bastrombone, Erik Kimestad Pedersen - Trumpet, Jens Persson-Altsaxofon, Rasmus Nyvall-Klarinett, Kristoffer Rostedt-trummor</p><p></p><p>4. <strong>Gikt Fever </strong>(kompositör: Petter Hängsel)<strong></strong></p><p>Andreas Henningsson-Kontrabas, Petter Hängsel, Trombone, Björn Hängsel - Bastrombone, Erik Kimestad Pedersen - Trumpet, Jens Persson-Altsaxofon, Rasmus Nyvall-Tenorsaxofon, Kristoffer Rostedt-trummor</p><p></p><p>5. <strong>Humoresque pour les Chats </strong>(kompositör: Andreas Henningsson)</p><p>Andreas Henningsson-Kontrabas, Petter Hängsel, Mellofon, Björn Hängsel - Bastrombone, Erik Kimestad Pedersen - Trumpet, Jens Persson-Altsaxofon, Rasmus Nyvall-Klarinett och Tenorsaxofon, Kristoffer Rostedt-trummor</p><p></p><p>6. <strong>Interludium </strong>(kompositör: Petter Hängsel)</p><p>Andreas Henningsson-Kontrabas, Petter Hängsel, Trombone</p><p></p><p>7. <strong>Three Brothers </strong>(kompositör: Andreas Henningsson)</p><p>Andreas Henningsson-Kontrabas, Petter Hängsel, Trombone, Björn Hängsel - Bastrombone, Erik Kimestad Pedersen - Trumpet, Jens Persson-Altsaxofon, Rasmus Nyvall-Tenorsaxofon, Kristoffer Rostedt-trummor</p><p></p><p>8. <strong>Roll </strong>(kompositör: Petter Hängsel)</p><p>Andreas Henningsson-Kontrabas, Petter Hängsel, Trombone, Björn Hängsel - Bastrombone, Erik Kimestad Pedersen - Trumpet, Jens Persson-Altsaxofon, Rasmus Nyvall-Tenorsaxofon, Kristoffer Rostedt-trummor</p><p></p><p>9. <strong>Valse des Bois </strong>(kompositör: Petter Hängsel)<strong></strong></p><p>Andreas Henningsson-Kontrabas, Petter Hängsel, Trombone, Björn Hängsel - Bastrombone, Erik Kimestad Pedersen - Trumpet, Jens Persson-Altsaxofon, Rasmus Nyvall-Tenorsaxofon, Kristoffer Rostedt-trummor</p><p></p><p>10. <strong>KB Moods </strong>(kompositör: Andreas Henningsson)</p><p>Andreas Henningsson-Kontrabas, Petter Hängsel, Trombone, Björn Hängsel - Bastrombone, Erik Kimestad Pedersen - Trumpet, Jens Persson-Altsaxofon, Rasmus Nyvall-Klarinett, Kristoffer Rostedt-trummor</p><p></p><p>11. <strong>Postludium </strong>(Kompositör: Andreas Henningsson och Petter Hängsel)</p><p>Andreas Henningsson-Kontrabas, Petter Hängsel, Trombone</p>

This is a study where I examine and compare the perceived emotional expression of brass instruments and reed instruments to investigate whether one group have an inherent tendency to better express a certain emotion than the other group. Based on scientifically proven methods, I have composed two musical pieces, where one of them represents the emotion of happiness and the other one represents the emotion of sadness. I have then written 5 arrangements per musical piece, where one of them consists of piano, two consists of solo instruments from each instrument group accompanied by piano, and two consists of a trio from each instrument group. This makes a total of 10 arrangements. These arrangements serve as audio examples in a web survey where I compare the two instrument groups based on how the audience perceive their emotional expression. A total of 36 people participated in the survey. Regarding the emotion of happiness, 71 % of the participants felt that trumpet and piano was the solo instrument version that best expressed happiness while 18 % chose oboe and piano. 44 % chose the brass trio as the happiest version while 36 % felt that the reed trio best expressed happiness. When it came to the emotion of sadness, 19 % of the participants chose trumpet and piano as the saddest solo instrument version, while 72 % felt that oboe and piano sounded the saddest. 25 % chose the brass trio as the saddest version while 67 % chose the reed trio.

Hummel's Concerto for Trumpet (Concerto a Tromba principale) is overtly operatic and is stylistically reminiscent of Mozart's Don Giovanni. Using the methodology of Leonard Ratner and Wye J. Allanbrook, it is possible to explore gesture and rhetoric in Hummel's Concerto for Trumpet and Mozart's Don Giovanni, and achieve a deeper understanding of the stylistic similarities shared between the two works. In the third movement, dance is the most significant link to Don Giovanni. In the second movement, Hummel alternates between the emotions of Donna Anna and Don Ottavio as they appear in act 1, scene 13. The first movement makes extensive use of contrasting topics identified with buffa and seria characters to advance the musical narrative. Comparing Hummel's concerto and Mozart's opera is a hermeneutical approach that illuminates several performance practice implications. Knowing the expressive similarities and rhetorical strategies common to both works clarifies several issues, such as tempo, ornamentation, and above all, expression. Though Mozart's Don Giovanni and Hummel's Concerto for Trumpet are unequal in significance, it would be valuable to any interpretation of Hummel's concerto if the performer and audience acknowledge that the work is rhetorically and stylistically similar to Mozart's Don Giovanni.

This study discusses how cultural and social aspects of contemporary Swedish society impact the musical arts. It contains biographical information on representative Swedish composers, and analyzes technical and structural elements of their compositional styles. Finally, it recommends performance practice considerations regarding technical and interpretive details in Tommy Zwedberg's Face the Music for trumpet and prepared audio tape, Folke Habe's Shazam for unaccompanied trumpet, and Bo Nilsson's Infrastruktur for brass quintet.

Among the existing solo instrumental concertos of Joseph Haydn's oeuvre are two concertos for brass instruments. These are the Horn Concerto in D Major (Hob. VIId: 3) and Trumpet Concerto in E-flat Major (Hob. VIIe: 1). In addition to their standing as the only two concertos for solo brass instruments written by Haydn in existence, the two concertos provide a unique opportunity for insight into the history of the concerto genre and Haydn's change in compositional style. This is because of their chronological position within Haydn's oeuvre; the Horn Concerto was composed in 1762 during the early years of Haydn's employment with the Esterházy family and the Trumpet Concerto in 1796 as the last known concerto written by Haydn. Significant changes had occurred during that thirty four year time-span, not only in Haydn's life, but also within the field of music. This dissertation examines some of these changes and provides a comparative analysis of these two pieces. More specifically, it employs Schenkerian analysis of the voice-leading and structure of both concertos to examine the transformation in Haydn's compositional style and show the evolution of concerto form. This evolution in style between the Horn Concerto and Trumpet Concerto is most prominently marked by a loosening of compositional constraints, including freer formal procedures, instrumentation, harmonic structures, and an increase in chromaticism (aided by the new chromatic abilities of the trumpet). This document provides an in-depth comparative analysis within an often overlooked genre of music and gives insight into changes in Haydn's compositional style and the concerto genre.