Here is a wonderful Fantasia Brillante from Herman Bellstedt. The music is full of character, containing a romantic opening theme, a charming polka, and an exciting finale.

The cornet solo doesn’t extend beyond a concert Bb above the staff, but the overall technical demands will challenge advanced players. Many of the most difficult sections contain easier alternatives, making this solo perfect for both intermediate and advanced trumpeters, depending on which option you choose.

This individual solo has been extracted from a full album of Bellstedt’s cornet solos, which can be found by clicking here. Take a look at some sample pages to the left and then click above for an immediate PDF download, or check out the entire album at a great deal at the link above.