John Laverty’s wonderful adaptations of Gustav Mahler’s music for trumpet and piano offer exceptional musical value. While Mahler composed primarily for large orchestras, adapting his works for trumpet and piano allows for new interpretations and expands the accessibility of his music. By arranging Mahler’s orchestral compositions for trumpet and piano, we create an opportunity to experience his music in a more intimate chamber setting. The trumpet’s expressive capabilities, with its rich timbre and soaring melodies, can bring out the emotional depth of Mahler’s works, while the piano provides a solid harmonic foundation and adds a complementary voice.

Mahler’s music often demands a wide range of expressive capabilities from different instruments. The trumpet, with its distinct sound and versatile techniques, can bring a unique interpretation to Mahler’s compositions. From the trumpet’s lyrical and tender passages to its powerful and triumphant moments, arranging Mahler’s music for this instrument allows for a fresh and personal take on his works, highlighting the trumpet’s ability to convey a wide spectrum of emotions.

To the left, I have included some samples, and below you will find the full song list. Give them a try, then grab an immediate PDF download above.

Song List

1. Adagietto from Symphony No. 5
2. Primal Light from Symphony No. 2, Movement 4
3. We Revel in Heavenly Pleasures from Symphony No. 4, Movement 4
4. I Walked Across the Fields the Morning, Lieder eines fahrenden Gesellen, No. 2
5. The Two Blue Eyes of My Darling, Lieder eines fahrenden Gesellen, No. 4
6. I am Lost to the World Ruckert-Lieder, No. 4