Ready for another TCTE
Virtual Performance?
Here's Gabrieli's
"Canzona noni toni a 12."
This gorgeous antiphonal piece was composed by Giovanni Gabrieli during the transition from the Renaissance to Baroque periods. Arranged by David Brown and edited by James Olcott for 12 trumpet parts, one can imagine the sound of the three separate choirs resounding from the stone walls of Venice's St. Marc's cathedral. Enjoy this intricate masterpiece, played with great skill by members of the Twin Cities Trumpet Ensemble.
Watch for more of these virtual performances, as we build the repertoire for our upcoming premiere album - targeted for release in November, 2021!
Watch for more of these virtual performances, as we build the repertoire for our upcoming premiere album - targeted for release in November, 2021!
TCTE Makes a Virtual Appearance at North Heights Church's
"Winter Kaleidoscope"
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A small in-person audience and a large online audience enjoyed North Heights Lutheran Church's "Winter Kaleidoscope" on Friday, January 22nd. The Arden Hills worship center was the venue for a variety of musical entertainment by a number of performers, including the Twin Cities Trumpet Ensemble. The group, which has participated in person at two previous Kaleidoscopes, joined this time via recorded performances. Scott McCullough represented the ensemble and talked with leader Thom Hardwick about what the group has been doing and how they have fared during the pandemic. The audience was impressed by the performances of "Hava Nagila" and "Great Is Thy Faithfulness." The comment, "Wow! I don't know how you guys did that!" was representative. To watch the entire program - including a 30-minute pre-concert performance by The Boys From Wisconsin, click here.
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Thom Hardwick and Scott McCullough
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Have You Tried One of Our
Trumpet Quizzes Yet?
Looking for something fun to do during the holiday break? Over 400 people have taken our three quizzes since 2018, and the entries keep rolling in. Try your hand at all three, and stop by our Facebook page to share your score and your comments. These are challenging quizzes, and there have been only 5 perfect scores so far. But remember, these are not just for trumpet players! Have fun!
You Can Still See
The Twin Cities Trumpet Ensemble's
Virtual Holiday Concert!
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Download your concert program! Click here →
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We had a wonderful premiere showing of our virtual holiday concert on December 6th. Over 150 viewers joined us live and over 800 have viewed the recording since. The kudos were universal!
- "Fantastic!"
- "Some really fine playing."
- "These songs really highlight the beautiful sound of the trumpet!"
- "Kicking off my holiday music listening with this concert. Thank you!"
- "Gorgeous"
- "Fine job, top to bottom!!"
Want More TCTE Music Videos?
Visit the TCTE YouTube Channel!
The Twin Cities Trumpet Ensemble has been quietly assembling a library of video performances and has added several new "Virtual Performances" to the list. Comments like "So AWESOME!" "Well done!!!" and "Wonderful arrangement, great editing, and beautiful playing!" indicate we're doing something right! Thank you!
The YouTube collection also includes our television appearances and playing the Canadian national anthem at a Twins game! More are being added from the archives and as new videos are created. Please visit the TCTE Channel and SUBSCRIBE so you don't miss out.
The YouTube collection also includes our television appearances and playing the Canadian national anthem at a Twins game! More are being added from the archives and as new videos are created. Please visit the TCTE Channel and SUBSCRIBE so you don't miss out.
The TCTE CD Project Continues!
Please Give.
Our thanks to the folks who continue to express their support for the Twin Cities Trumpet Ensemble during these “interesting times.”! Like all local performing organizations, the TCTE is eager to return to live, in-person performances. But we are trying to respond to the COVID-19 crisis in the most responsible fashion. We place a high priority on the safety of our fans, our members, and the public as a whole.
The cancellation of all 2020 performances after March has also taken away opportunities for us to raise more funds, in a public setting, for our CD project. Our virtual recordings will prove to be great additions to our CD. While the ultimate delivery date of this first album has been delayed, we hope to finish the project in late 2021. Our efforts to raise funds continue. Please consider a generous donation – made easily online - to keep things moving.
Simply click the button above, or go to the TCTE Donations page to give a gift in any amount using your credit card. You will also find information there about how to donate by check, if you prefer. (And don't forget to ask your employer about matching your donation.) Thank you!
Simply click the button above, or go to the TCTE Donations page to give a gift in any amount using your credit card. You will also find information there about how to donate by check, if you prefer. (And don't forget to ask your employer about matching your donation.) Thank you!
Enjoy this recording of the TCTE's "trademark" fanfare
"Soundings" by Brian Balmages.
Recorded at Ives Auditorium on August 19, 2017.
"Soundings" by Brian Balmages.
Recorded at Ives Auditorium on August 19, 2017.
James Olcott, Director
The Twin Cities Trumpet Ensemble would like to thank the following for their support:
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