Tromba1030

This is probablly a stupid question but i will ask it anyway. I have been asked to play Mozart's Requiem with two different groups playing first in one and second in the other. On the second part, I am using my C trumpet because the part is mostly in D with some low notes. However, despite the miniscule amount of playing, I was thinking of using my new D trumpet for the 1st part. Has anyone done this before? I thought 1. It would be fun to perform with my new horn, 2. The lighter sound of my D will be more suiting with a chamber orchestra and chorus than my full heavy sounding C trumpet. Does any of this make sense?

-Jacob

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rowuk

Either one should be fine.
I played the Requiem recently on the natural trumpet. That gave it an "earthy" sound. The conductor liked it a whole lot.
The closest "modern" sound to the natural trumpet that Mozart was familiar with would be the normal Bb.

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wrbandel

I too recently played Mozart's Requiem. (2nd part)

Originally, I was planning on using my D trumpet, but after discussing parts with the 1st trumpet I switched and used my C, as we sounded better together.

Use whichever horn will compliment the 1st's sound.

Warren

TheRiddler

Ive played it on D and on natural trumpet.... natty is the best way to go... really blended well with the sackbutts.... however, if youre playing with modern trombones, use the C or D.... Bb is a good option soundwise for traditional sound as ^ said (models closely to the old horns made back in the day) , but i think with modern instruments the D would be best.

patdublc

The last time that I played 1st on this piece, I used my D trumpet and it worked well. However, I used C on it when I played 2nd because the 1st player was using a C. IMO, the sounds colors can get a little funky when the lower part is playing a smaller horn. In general, when playing 2nd, I try to use the same size or larger horn than the 1st player. It is easier to control the sound of the section that way.

But, as others said, both will work.

B15M

I played second and I remember one movement that was written for B flat trumpet and went to low for the D trumpet. I was playing on the D until I came to that part and then changed to C trumpet. I think there was a low F on C trumpet.

Rgale

If you have a nice rotary C that will work well. Nats also work well in that piece.

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Lawler Bb

I'll see what the Milwaukee Symphony is using tomorrow night!

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Eric Sperry

Lawler Bb

Dennis Najoom and Alan Campbell used piston C trumpets. They sounded great!

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Laowai

Please do not mess around with our good old Mozart - play it on your Bb !