Brass Bulletin No. 24
IV / 1978
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Brass Bulletin No. 24
IV / 1978
Contents
Editorial
Free accessJean-Pierre Mathez
A life that shaped a century: Jean-Pierre Mathez introduces the extraordinary rise of Maurice André—an artist whose brilliance transformed the modern trumpet.
On the early history of valves and valve instruments in Germany (1814-1833)
Part 1 Free accessHerbert Heyde
At the origin of modern brass: Herbert Heyde uncovers the true story of valve invention—revealing rivalries, experiments, and the breakthrough that transformed musical history.
Maurice André
Part 1 Free accessBiography
Jean-Pierre Mathez
From the mine to the Conservatoire: Maurice André recalls his early years—revealing the chance, discipline, and destiny behind one of the greatest trumpet careers.