Born to Be Mild
Richard Stoelzel (trumpet), Tianshu Wang (piano), Avatar Brass Ensemble
Eric Ewazen has written: "Richard Stoelzel is one of the great trumpet players of our time. His majestic tone, beautiful lyricism and heartfelt musicality is a joy to hear." Richard is equally at home as a soloist, chamber musician and orchestral musician. He began his career as solo cornet with the United States Coast Guard Band. As a soloist, he has toured China extensively. He has been principal trumpet of the New Orleans Symphony and is currently principal trumpet of the Palm Beach Opera Orchestra as well as a member of the Des Moines Metro Opera Association. He is professor of trumpet and head of the brass program at Grand Valley State University.
Track Listing
| Title | Composer | Performer |
|---|---|---|
| Oliver's Birthday | Bruce Broughton | Richard Stoelzel, trumpet, Tianshu Wang, piano |
| Sonata for Trumpet | James Stephenson, III | Richard Stoelzel, trumpet, Tianshu Wang, piano |
| Ballade | Eric Ewazen | Richard Stoelzel, trumpet, Tianshu Wang, piano |
| Pastorale | Eric Ewazen | Richard Stoelzel, trumpet, Tianshu Wang, piano, Randall Hawes, trombone |
| Folk Music | Louis Stewart | Richard Stoelzel, trumpet, Tianshu Wang, piano |
| Prayer and Praise | Eric Ewazen | Richard Stoelzel, trumpet, Tianshu Wang, piano |
| Folksong | Bruce Broughton | Richard Stoelzel, trumpet, Tianshu Wang, piano |
| Intrada | Joseph Turrin | Richard Stoelzel, trumpet, Tianshu Wang, piano |
| Grand Valley Fanfare | Eric Ewazen | Richard Stoelzel, trumpet, Tianshu Wang, piano, Avatar Brass |
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