Shining Brass, Book 2 I Edition ABRSM

Shining Brass, Book 2 is a collection of 18 specially commissioned repertoire pieces and studies for brass instruments, designed for students working at ABRSM Grades 4–5. The collection can be used by a wide range of brass players, including trumpet, trombone, horn, E♭ horn, baritone, euphonium and tuba.

The repertoire covers a variety of musical styles and characters, providing students with engaging material for lessons, performance and ABRSM exam preparation. The book contains a single part suitable for both treble- and bass-clef brass instruments, while performances and backing tracks are available through the accompanying recordings.

With pieces specifically selected for ABRSM graded syllabuses, Shining Brass, Book 2 is a practical resource for developing musical expression, technical control and performance skills across the brass family.

Features

• 18 specially commissioned pieces and studies
• Suitable for ABRSM Grades 4–5
• For trumpet, trombone, horn, E♭ horn, baritone, euphonium and tuba
• Includes repertoire from Lists A, B and C of relevant ABRSM syllabuses
• Single part suitable for treble- and bass-clef brass instruments
• Includes two CDs with performances and backing tracks
• Excellent for lessons, practice and exam preparation
• Published by ABRSM

Specifications

Song List

1. Beaufort Allegro — Tom Davoren
2. Folk Song — Lucy Pankhurst
3. Jiggedy-jig — John Frith
4. Brag-time — John Frith
5. Open Plains — David A. Stowell
6. Way Down South — Peter Meechan
7. Circulation — Timothy Jackson
8. Quiet Moment — Tom Davoren
9. Reflections — Peter Meechan
10. Caber Dance — John Frith
11. Canzona — John Frith
12. Jam Bouree — David A. Stowell
13. Final Thought — Peter Meechan
14. Gone, Not Forgotten — Lucy Pankhurst
15. Lindy Hop! — Tom Davoren
16. Air — Peter Meechan
17. Flennon Study — David A. Stowell
18. Lament — John Frith