Mikhail Glinka was a Russian composer often regarded as the father of Russian classical music. His contributions to Russian music were crucial in shaping the country’s musical identity and laying the foundation for later generations of Russian composers, including the renowned group known as “The Five” or “The Mighty Handful.”

Glinka’s songs are important for pioneering Russian nationalism, influencing future composers, and for promoting vocal melodies and lyrical expressiveness.

This collection is the first I have ever seen that arranges Glinka’s songs for the trumpet. While Glinka’s songs were originally composed for voice and piano, arranging them for other instruments, like the trumpet, allows musicians to explore different timbres and bring a fresh perspective to the music.

By adding Glinka’s songs to the trumpet repertoire expands the selection of pieces available for trumpet players to perform. This diversity helps keep classical music alive and relevant while providing performers with a broader range of choices. Playing Glinka’s songs on the trumpet demonstrates the instrument’s versatility in conveying expressive and lyrical melodies. It also allows trumpet players to display their technical skills and musicality.

Glinka’s melodies have a broad appeal due to their expressive and emotionally charged nature. Arranging them for the trumpet can attract a wider audience, as the instrument’s bright and powerful sound can enhance the emotional impact of the music.

Glinka’s songs are important for their pioneering role in Russian classical music and their influence on future generations of composers. Arranging and playing these songs on the trumpet expands the repertoire, showcases the instrument’s versatility, and allows performers to connect with audiences through emotive melodies.

See the full song list below, sample pages to the left, then click above for an immediate digital download.

Song List

1. LARKIN Romance
2. ANDALUSIAN DANCE
3. POLKA
4. PATRIOTIC SONG
5. KRAKOWIAK. From the opera “Ivan Susanin” Arranged by M. Tabakov
6. CALM NOW, THE NIGHTINGALE Arranged by Yu. Litovko
7. KHIGHT’S ROMANCE
8. NORTHERN STAR
9. TRAVELLING SONG
10. WALTZ. From the opera “Ivan Susanin”
11. THREE-VOICED FUGUE
12. I REMEMBER THE WONDERFUL INSTANT, Romance
13. DUETTINO for Two Trumpets and Piano
14. PRIMARY POLKA for Two Trumpets and Piano