Trumpeter Tim Hagans, it appears at times, can almost fly under the radar. His splendid playing has been heard in a variety of contexts over the years, always creative, expressive, expansive. Maria ...

From Henry Purcell to Joseph Haydn, here are some of the best pieces of music ever written for the trumpet. The trumpet is one of our oldest instruments, dating back over 500 years, when it was used ...

Chicago — Smooth trumpet notes fill an empty Chicago street. There is a familiarity from the sounds emitting from the lone instrument. It feels like a modern radio hit with a classic oldie twist. Each ...

Master improvisers have a personality in their playing, a singularity to their sound. They have the ability to adapt to any musical context while maintaining a sense of personal identity, displaying ...