Hasso Gottfried Petri (1927–2013) was a German composer, music teacher and musicologist. He first studied school music and then obtained a doctorate in musicology. Petri devoted more than 35 years to researching folk songs and received support from all over the world. His ‘ Sonata ’ for trumpet and organ is appealing due to its easy to moderately difficult accessibility, making it ideal for music teachers, students and advanced musicians. The sonata is excellent for teaching and performance, as it offers the opportunity to develop both technical skills and musical expression. Content: 1. Allegro 2. Adagio 3. Allegro

Henry Purcell (1659–1695) from London is one of the most famous organists of the Chapel Royal. He left behind numerous harpsichord pieces in his oeuvre, which have been preserved in several collections and often bear the titles ‘Trumpet Tune’ or ‘Trumpet Voluntary.’ In the present ‘Trumpet Voluntaries’, such works, which are usually short, have been combined into larger musical forms, resulting in compositions that approximate the dimensions of Purcell's choral and orchestral music. The organ part of this edition can also be played on a positive organ or harpsichord. Content: 1. Voluntary in C major 2. Voluntary in D major 3. Voluntary in B flat major

From ‘Solomon’, Act 3, HWV 67 George Frideric Handel's (1685-1759) festive and lively sinfonia ‘ The Arrival of the Queen of Sheba ’ from the oratorio Solomon is one of his best-known and most popular works. The characteristic blend of Baroque splendour, dance-like lightness and melodic clarity makes the piece a highlight in concerts and church services. In the arrangement by Arvid Gast (organ) and Joachim Pliquett (trumpet), the work is given an impressive sonic transformation for two instruments. The trumpet takes on the radiant upper voices, while the organ fills the orchestral part with baroque splendour and rhythmic precision. This version is ideal for festive occasions, church celebrations and as an effective concert opener. A classical work of the Baroque period – newly interpreted in a playful and audience-friendly arrangement. Content: 1. Allegro

Tommaso Albinoni (1671–1751) is one of the outstanding composers of the Italian Baroque period. His concertos in particular are characterised by clear melodic lines, harmonic elegance and a solemn, festive mood. The Concerto in F major is a typical example of Albinoni's masterful combination of virtuosity and musical expressiveness. Concerto IV from the “Sinfonie e Concerti” op. 2, printed in 1700, was transcribed for organ by Johann Gottfried Walther. Based on this work, Peter Reichert has arranged the three movements for trumpet and organ in a style appropriate to the original. The trumpet takes on the soloistic brilliance of the original melody, while the organ provides the accompanying structure with baroque sonority and rhythmic precision. The arrangement is ideal for festive occasions, concerts, and liturgical celebrations. An impressive addition to the repertoire for trumpet and organ—festive, beautiful, and appealing to audiences.

The organist of St. Peters Rome, Girolamo Frescobaldi (1583-1643) is looked upon as Italy's most famous organ composer. Apart from numerous organ works appearing in print and some church music that has come down to us in manuscript form, he himself published a book of one- to four-part canzonas with a basso continuo part (1628). Frescobaldi does not indicate any precise instrumentation although the use of brass instruments was undoubtedly intended. The organ may ,of course, be replaced by a positive organ or a hapsichord. Contents: Canzona Aria di Ruggieri (Part I, II, III, IIII) Capriccio sopra la Battaglia

Franz Liszt (1811–1886) is considered one of the most important composers of the Romantic period. His work Rosario , originally written for piano, is one of his late, spiritually influenced compositions. It is characterised by meditative depth and simple expressiveness. The title refers to the rosary ( Rosario ), a symbol of prayer and spiritual contemplation in the Catholic faith – a theme that occupied Liszt throughout his life. In Eberhard Kraus ' (1931-2003) arrangement for horn and organ, Rosario opens up a new dimension of sound. The warm, singing voice of the horn blends impressively with the sacred character of the organ, bringing Liszt's religious inspiration to the fore in a special way. A worthwhile addition to lessons, concerts or liturgy – musically demanding, but easy to play. Content: 1. Mysteria Gaudiosa 2. Mysteria Dolorosa 3. Mysteria Gloriosa

Born in Naples, Domenico Scarlatti (1685–1757), wrote no chamber music of consequence either in his youth or when officiating as organist at St. Peter's in Rome. The same applies to the period he spent in the Portuguese royal service as music-master of the infanta Maria Barbara who eventually became Queen of Spain. His main focus of attention centred on keyboard music which extends to over 500 piano sonatas, all embodying a wealth of tonal color. As such, they serve as ideal material for rendering on wind instruments with keyboard accompaniment. Preference in this arrangement has gone to three sonatas, listed in the Kirkpatrick catalogue as numbers 96, 380 and 159, as being particularly suited to performance on two trumpets and organ. Transcription has been involved transposing the second sonata from E major to G major, and the third sonata from C major to D major. A harpsichord can be put to equally effective use in lieu of an organ. Content: 1. Sonata 1 (Allegrissimo) 2. Sonata 2 (Andante comodo) 3. Sonata 3 (Allegro)

Tommaso Albinoni (1671–1751) is one of the most important composers of the Italian Baroque period. Known above all for his lyrical melodies and clear structures, his work stands for musical elegance and Baroque expressiveness. The Sonata in C presented here, originally composed for strings and basso continuo, has been carefully arranged for trumpet and organ by Georg Gossen . The arrangement retains the festive character of the original version while effectively highlighting the virtuosic and vocal qualities of the trumpet. The organ confidently provides harmonic support and rhythmic clarity. This edition is ideal for church services, concerts and teaching. It offers a stylistically correct and inspiring way to bring Baroque music to life in a sonically appealing instrumentation. Content: 1. Allegro 2. Grave 3. Allegro

Johann Sebastian Bach (1685–1750) is one of the most important composers in music history – his church cantatas combine spiritual depth with musical expressiveness. This edition contains selected arias and chorales from the cantatas BWV 175 “ Er rufet seinen Schafen mit Namen ” (He calls his sheep by name), BWV 91 “ Gelobet seist du, Jesu Christ ” (Praise be to you, Jesus Christ), BWV 1 ‘ Wie schön leuchtet der Morgenstern’ (How beautifully shines the morning star) and the chorales from BWV 251 ‘ Gott, wie groß ist deine Güte ’ (God, how great is your goodness) and BWV 252 ‘ Jesu, deine Gnadenblicke ’ (Jesus, your gracious gaze), arranged for trumpet (C | B) and organ. Eberhard Kraus (1931-2003) has arranged the works for practical use in liturgy and smaller concert ensembles. The collection is particularly suitable for use in church services, on festive days or as a classy repertoire for brass instruments with organ. Content: 1. Öffnet euch, ihr beiden Ohren (BWV 175 - Open up, both ears) 2. Das hat er alles uns getan (BWV 91 - He has done all this for us) 3. Wie bin ich doch so herzlich froh (BWV 1- How joyful I am) 4. Nun danket Gott (BWV 252 (Trauungsmusik) - Now give thanks to God (wedding music)) 5. Sei lob und Ehr dem höchsten Gut (BWV 251 (Trauungsmusik) - Praise and honour to the highest good (wedding music))

Nicolas Le Bègue (1631–1702) is one of the most important organists and composers of the early French Baroque period. As court organist at the French royal court, he influenced an entire generation of musicians, including the young François Couperin. His works are characterised by delicate ornamentation, clear structures and a festive, meditative character. Nicolas Le Bègue published several Christmas pieces in his third ‘Livre d'Orgue’, which, with their lively alternation of folk melodies and spirited variations, are among the most beautiful of their kind. The three Christmas pieces presented here – originally composed for keyboard instruments – have been sensitively arranged for trumpet and organ by Eberhard Kraus (1931-2003). In this instrumentation, they unfold their full sonic splendour and are ideal for the musical accompaniment of festive church services or Christmas concerts. Content: 1. Puer nobis nascitur 2. Une Vierge Pucelle 3. Noël pour l'amour de Marie

The Aylesford Suite for trumpet and organ has been compiled from an comprehensive collection of harpsichord pieces written by George Frederick Handel (1685–1759), last owned by the Earl of Aylesford and auctioned in London in May 1918. These are copies of compositions widely differing from one another as regards form, length and difficulty. The jumbled order of the pieces and their more or less harpsichord-like structure (a number are familiar as orchestral settings) suggest that this may in fact have been some sort of "reserve stock" of material kept in readiness by Handel for subsequent use or elaboration. A harpsichord or piano is equally suitable as a partner instrument to the trumpet. Content: 1. Chaconne 2. Minuet 3. Gavotte 4. Air and doubles

Johann Sebastian Bach (1685–1750) is considered one of the most important composers in the history of church music. His chorales remain a cornerstone of liturgical music practice to this day. Three expressive chorales from Bach's cantatas ‘ Ich armer Mensch ’ (BWV 55), ‘ Wachet auf ’ (BWV 140) and ‘ Der Friede sei mit dir ’ (BWV 158) in easy to moderately difficult arrangements by Eberhard Kraus (1931-2003) for trombone (C) and organ. In addition to concert performances, these pieces are also intended for use in liturgy and are equally suitable for beginners and advanced brass players and organists. Content: 1. Erbarme dich, erbarme dich ( BWV 55- Have mercy, have mercy) 2. Zion hört die Wächter singen (BWV 140 - Zion hears the watchmen singing) 3. Welt ade, ich bin dein müde (BWV 158 - Farewell, world, I am weary of you)