Berlin Phil/Mahler 5

latinjazzcat · 12-25-2004, 02:33 PM

I've been checking out a recording of the Berlin Phil (recorded 2002, Simon Rattle conducting)...my question is, would it be safe to assume that the trumpet section is using rotary trumpets? From what I've gathered, it seems like that would be the norm, but I ask because they're achieving a timbre I don't usually associate with rotary trumpets (much more brilliant than what I'm used to hearing). Thanks for any input, and happy holidays!

MahlerBrass · 12-25-2004, 04:42 PM

If that recording is the same as the DVD then yes, they're using rotary trumpets, it's a great recording and would highly suggest getting it.

James Smock · 12-25-2004, 10:22 PM

The principal is using a 4 valve rotary C. I think B flat's are the standard over there, so the more brilliant sound is probably due to the smaller horn. Nice ears!

blutch · 12-25-2004, 11:12 PM

Typically, the principal will play a rotary C and the others will play rotary Bb's. Something about maintaining the sanctity of the brass pyramid.

MA

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latinjazzcat Pianissimo User Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: West Virginia Posts: 79	Berlin Phil/Mahler 5 I've been checking out a recording of the Berlin Phil (recorded 2002, Simon Rattle conducting)...my question is, would it be safe to assume that the trumpet section is using rotary trumpets? From what I've gathered, it seems like that would be the norm, but I ask because they're achieving a timbre I don't usually associate with rotary trumpets (much more brilliant than what I'm used to hearing). Thanks for any input, and happy holidays! __________________ Jesse

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MahlerBrass Piano User Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Houston, TX Posts: 371	If that recording is the same as the DVD then yes, they're using rotary trumpets, it's a great recording and would highly suggest getting it. __________________ Music isn't a career, it's a way of life.

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James Smock New Friend Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Pacific Northwest Posts: 21	The principal is using a 4 valve rotary C. I think B flat's are the standard over there, so the more brilliant sound is probably due to the smaller horn. Nice ears!

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blutch Pianissimo User Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Oklahoma City Posts: 66	Typically, the principal will play a rotary C and the others will play rotary Bb's. Something about maintaining the sanctity of the brass pyramid. MA

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