Vignettes: Music For Trumpet & Brass
Albany, 2022
8/10
Listen to Vignettes: Music For Trumpet & Brass
A collection of songs for solo trumpet and much more, we’re treated to world premieres and songs commissioned for this project, where the inimitable trumpet wizard Eric Siereveld brings his skills to a diverse affair.
“Cincinnatus Fanfare” starts the listen with the Altus Trumpet Ensemble, where the booming brass flows with a very animated and radiant spirit, and “For Ella” follows with an intimate appeal thanks to Justin Havard’s sublime keys and Siereveld’s soulful flugelhorn.
Further on, Douglas Hedwig’s “Obsidian” is a solo trumpet venture that showcases the tremendous skill from Siereveld, while “Three Sketches” recruits the Krewe Quartet for the textured and dynamic horn interaction that’s as playful as it is controlled.
Nearing the end, Siereveld’s cautious trumpet, Adam Johnson’s stirring trombone and Justin Havard’s elegant piano make “O Come And Dwell With Me” the album’s best, and “Detective Story” exits with Lagniappe Brass on hand for the charming and unpredictable finish.
A commanding listen where each track yields its own distinct personality, Siereveld and company cover a wide array of moods and colors that will be sure to impress fans of trumpet and brass performance.
Travels well with: Allen Shawn- Fantasia & Other Pieces; Victoria Bond- Blue And Green Music