A Performer's Guide to Dr. Thomas Jefferson Anderson's Sunstar for Solo B-Flat Trumpet and Two Cassette Recorders

• Other Authors: Trimmins, Kenneth C. (authoraut)
• Format: Others
• Language: English; English
• Published: Florida State University
• Subjects: Music
• Online Access: http://purl.flvc.org/fsu/fd/FSU_migr_etd-5236

The purpose of this study is to describe a unique unaccompanied trumpet solo composed in 1984 by Dr. Thomas Jefferson Anderson entitled Sunstar for B-flat Trumpet and Two Cassette Tapes. Although this paper is not intended as an historical source, the author includes a synopsis of trumpet history prior to the twentieth century with particular emphasis on the unaccompanied trumpet genre and composers use of extended techniques. During research for a lecture, the author was surprised to uncover a relative small number of unaccompanied works written for the trumpet. Further research uncovered an even smaller number of similar works composed by African American composers. Dr. Thomas Jefferson Anderson's composition offered a distinctive opportunity for study on many levels. Sunstar for B-flat Trumpet and Two Cassette Tapes employs technology, in the form of recording media, to create a multi-level performance platform using a monophonic instrument. It also combines classical and implied jazz elements throughout, and makes use of numerous extended techniques to deliver an interesting presentation. A performer's guide is included to aid those who might have questions performing in one or both genres. A selected annotated bibliography of trumpet and chamber works by Dr. Thomas Jefferson Anderson is also included in the document. === A Treatise submitted to the College of Music in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the degree of Doctor of Music. === Summer Semester, 2012. === June 27, 2012. === African American Composers, Avant Garde, Extended Techniques, Trumpet, twentieth century, Unaccompanied === Includes bibliographical references. === Christopher R. Moore, Professor Directing Treatise; Paul Ebbers, Committee Member; Patrick Meighan, Committee Member.