This section includes etudes that are used either for pre-screening purposes or during a live audition. Typically, a candidate will not perform an entire etude. The audition committee will often provide cuts at their discretion. Use a Bb or C trumpet.

Alphabetical by composer. Click music to enlarge.

Berdiev No. 2 from “17 Studies for Trumpet”

Jim Wilt plays Berdiev Etude #2 as part of his "From the Safety of My Practice Room" series. He started it as a way to stay motivated and accountable during ...

Charlier No. 2 from “36 Transcendental Etudes”

Charlier No. 4

Jim Wilt plays Charlier Etude #4, "Du Style", as part of his "From the Safety of My Practice Room" series. He started it as a way to stay motivated and accou...

Charlier No. 6

Jim Wilt plays Charlier Etude #6, "Du Style", as part of his "From the Safety of My Practice Room" series. He started it as a way to stay motivated and accou...

Charlier No 12. (Excerpt)

Charlier 36 Etudes Transcendandtes No 12 (ADVANCED LEVEL) 36 Etudes Transcendantes pour Trompette, Cornet a pistons, ou Bugle Si b PLAYLIST: https://www.yout...

Charlier No. 16 (excerpt)

Charlier 36 Etudes Transcendandtes No 16 (ADVANCED LEVEL) 36 Etudes Transcendantes pour Trompette, Cornet a pistons, ou Bugle Si b PLAYLIST: https://www.yout...