Out of print
Brass Bulletin No. 25
I / 1979
Contents
Editorial
Free accessJean-Pierre Mathez
A warning from the machine: Jean-Pierre Mathez reflects on Kaufmann’s robot—questioning whether technology is shaping music… or slowly replacing the human artist.
Maurice André
Part 2Biography
Jean-Pierre Mathez
From circus gigs to Bach with Karajan: Maurice André reveals how relentless work, discipline, and daily technical refinement shaped one of the greatest trumpet careers.
On the early history of valves and valve instruments in Germany (1814-1833)
Part 2Herbert Heyde
From invention to rivalry: the early history of rotary and piston valves reveals a battle of ideas, patents, and craftsmanship that transformed brass instruments forever.
The classical solo concerto for trombone and its interpreters in the 19th century
Werner Beyer
From Queisser to Ferdinand David: the rise—and disappearance—of the classical trombone concerto in the 19th century reveals a forgotten golden age of virtuosity.
A guide to commercial tuba playing in the Los Angeles area
Free accessTommy Johnson
Hollywood reality check: Tommy Johnson reveals what it really takes to become a commercial tuba player in Los Angeles—skill, versatility… and patience.
Dreams and wishes
Free accessThings I would like to see happen concerning the horn and horn playing
Jeffrey Agrell
A set of proposals for the future of the horn: Jeffrey Agrell addresses editions, pedagogy, instruments, and repertoire—from Mozart to contemporary practice.
What is a Brass Band?
Free accessBarrie Perrins
Barrie Perrins traces the 19th-century origins, instrumentation and social role of the brass band—from industrial roots to international musical life.