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The Flannan Isle (print)
[Print version] The Flannan Isle is an original work for solo voice (soprano), three trumpets, organ and soprano voices. Composed by John Wallace, it pulls on the legendary and mysterious story of the missing lighthouse men, encapsulated through the words of the poem Flannan Isle by Wilfrid Wilson Gibson.
Quiraing (print)
[Print version] Quiraing is an exciting and dramatic unaccompanied piece for Bb clarinet that explores the clarinet's rich multiphonics, with musical inspiration being taken from the stark, rugged beauty of Quiraing, Isle of Skye.
Chosen Vale (print)
[Print version] Chosen Vale is an exciting and challenging work for three trumpets in three movements: Belong, Between, Behave. Composed by John Wallace, and inspired by the Chosen Vale international trumpet seminar held at The Center for Advanced Musical Studies in Chosen Vale. A multi-track recording of the work is also available from this shop.
Brass for Beginners – Around The World in 21 Trumpets: A Brass Odyssey (paperback)
[Paperback version] Brass for Beginners® is a brass music programme geared specifically for the primary school classroom. It is a “learn by ear” method, utilizing a cross-disciplinary curriculum and a natural trumpet designed for school-age children. This first volume student book creatively intertwines brass pedagogy with stories that capture significant moments in the history of the trumpet through the eyes of Ragnor, a hypothetical prehistoric trumpeter.
The Trumpet (hardback)
[Hardback version] In this major book devoted to the trumpet, John Wallace and Alexander McGrattan trace the surprising evolution and colorful performance history of one of the world's oldest instruments. They draw on deep research, lifetimes of experience in performing and teaching the trumpet in its various forms, and numerous interviews to illuminate the trumpet's history, music, and players.
The Cambridge Encyclopedia Of Brass Instruments (paperback)
[Paperback version] Thirty-two experts from fifteen countries join three of the world’s leading authorities on the design, manufacture, performance and history of brass musical instruments in this first major encyclopedia on the subject of brass instruments. Edited by John Wallace, Arnold Myers and Trevor Herbert, this is a vital addition to any book collection for music, brass and history enthusiasts.
The Cambridge Encyclopedia Of Brass Instruments (hardback)
[Hardback version] Thirty-two experts from fifteen countries join three of the world’s leading authorities on the design, manufacture, performance and history of brass musical instruments in this first major encyclopedia on the subject of brass instruments. Edited by John Wallace, Arnold Myers and Trevor Herbert, this is a vital addition to any book collection for music, brass and history enthusiasts.
The Tranisistor Radio of St Narcissus (single) [audio download]
[Digital Download MP3] The Tranisistor Radio of St Narcissuswas composed by Tim Souster, and this recording presents John Wallace (flugelhorn) and Andrew Powell (live electronics and tape) in full glory of the work. More recently the work was used in he 2019 blockbuster film release of ‘Bolden’. This track is also available as part of a complete CD album - Michael's Farewell - now available to purchase through this shop
The Cambridge Companion To Brass Instruments
[Paperback version] This Companion covers many diverse aspects of brass instruments and in great detail. It provides an overview of the history of brass instruments, and their technical and musical development. Edited by John Wallace and Trevor Herbert.
Plasmogeny II (single) [audio download]
[Digital Download MP3] Plasmogeny II was composed by Andrew Powell, and this recording presents John Wallace (trumpet) and Andrew Powell (live electronics and tape) in full glory of the work. More recently the work was used in he 2019 blockbuster film release of ‘Bolden’. This track is also available as part of a complete CD album - Michael's Farewell - now available to purchase through this shop
Chosen Vale (audio download)
[Digital Download version] Chosen Vale is an exciting and challenging work for three trumpets in three movements: Belong, Between, Behave. Composed by John Wallace, this recording was created by trumpet prodigy Daniel de Gruchy-Lambert, as a multi-tracked innovation. The sheet music is also available from this shop.
O Ruddier Than The Cherry (download)
[Digital Download version] O Ruddier Than The Cherry was originally written by G F Handel and later arranged for the widely reputed ophicleidist, Samuel Hughes. This edition with piano accompaniment, has been carefully re-crafted by Anthony George, with scoring to widen its appeal further to euphonium and baritone players.