Pop Songs for Trumpet – Free Sheet Music

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Introduction

Assuming you have a basic knowledge of the trumpet and can read sheet music, below are some pop songs that are popular with trumpet players. These aren’t in any particular order, so feel free to pick and choose which ones you want to learn. Many of the songs have YouTube tutorials that can help you get started.

“All of Me” by John Legend
“Halo” by Beyonce
“Somewhere Over the Rainbow” by Israel Kamakawiwo’ole
“When I Was Your Man” by Bruno Mars
“Time to Say Goodbye (Con Te Partirò)” by Andrea Bocelli

“The Star-Spangled Banner” by Francis Scott Key

“The Star-Spangled Banner” is the national anthem of the United States. The lyrics come from “Defence of Fort McHenry”, a poem written on September 14, 1814, by the 35-year-old lawyer and amateur poet Francis Scott Key after witnessing the bombardment of Fort McHenry by British ships of the Royal Navy in Baltimore Harbor during the Battle of Baltimore in the War of 1812. Key was inspired by the large American flag, the Star-Spangled Banner, flying triumphantly above the fort during the U.S. victory.

“My Country, ‘Tis of Thee” by Samuel Francis Smith

“My Country, ‘Tis of Thee” is a patriotic song written by Samuel Francis Smith in 1831. The song has been a part of American history since its inception, and has been performed by many famous trumpet players over the years.

The song was originally written as a hymn to thank God for the beauty of America, and it quickly became one of the most popular patriotic songs in the country. “My Country, ‘Tis of Thee” was first performed in public by an orchestra at a Fourth of July celebration in Boston in 1831, and it quickly became one of the most popular patriotic songs in America.

Over the years, the song has been performed by many famous trumpet players, including Miles Davis, Louis Armstrong, and Wynton Marsalis. “My Country, ‘Tis of Thee” is a staple of American music, and continues to be one of the most popular patriotic songs in the country.

“God Bless America” by Irving Berlin

“God Bless America” by Irving Berlin is a patriotic song that is often played during the Fourth of July and Memorial Day. The song is a prayer for God to bless America and its people. The song was written in 1918, but it did not gain popularity until 1938 when it was performed by Kate Smith on her radio show. “God Bless America” has been performed by many other artists, including LeAnn Rimes, Ray Charles, and Celine Dion. The song has been used in many movies and television shows, including “The Newsroom,” “ER,” and “The West Wing.”

“America the Beautiful” by Katharine Lee Bates

“America the Beautiful” is a Patriotic song written by Katharine Lee Bates in 1895. The lyrics reflect Bates’ deep love for her country. The song became popular after being published in 1910, and it has been performed by many artists over the years. “America the Beautiful” is a pop song for trumpet that is sure to please any patriotic fan of music.

“The Battle Hymn of the Republic” by Julia Ward Howe

“The Battle Hymn of the Republic” is a song by American writer Julia Ward Howe using the music from the song “John Brown’s Body”. The lyrics were first published in The Atlantic Monthly in February 1862 and became very popular during the American Civil War. The song was adapted to the tune of various hymns and songs including “Battle Cry of Freedom” and “Glory, Hallelujah”.

“Yankee Doodle” by an unknown author

“Yankee Doodle” is a well-known American song, the early version of which was written by an unknown author in the 1760s. The melody most likely came from a British marching tune, “The Liverbird”, which was brought to the American colonies during the French and Indian War (1754-1763). “Yankee Doodle” soon became a popular song among British and American soldiers, and it was often sung to mock the Americans. Over time, however, “Yankee Doodle” became a symbol of American patriotism.

Instrument: Trumpet

Difficulty level: Easy

Format: PDF

Pages: 2

“You’re a Grand Old Flag” by George M. Cohan

You’re a grand old flag,
You’re a high-flying flag,
And forever in peace may you wave.

“Stars and Stripes Forever” by John Philip Sousa

“Stars and Stripes Forever” is a patriotic American march written and composed by John Philip Sousa in 1897. The piece was commissioned by then Director of the United States Marine Band, Colonel Jacob Zymet. It quickly gained popularity among bandleaders and was often used as a concert opener.

The melody of the first strain was inspired by the sight of American troops marching down Pennsylvania Avenue during the Inauguration Day parade for President William McKinley in March 1897. Sousa wrote the march in just two days. He scored it for band with parts for piccolo, flute, clarinet, 2 cornets, 3 trombones, euphonium, baritone horn, tuba, percussion, and piano.

The march was first performed at a concert on May 14, 1897 by the Marine Band conducted by Sousa at thee Library of Congress. It was an immediate success and soon became one of Sousa’s most popular pieces. It has been adapted for brass quintet, orchestra, piano solo and other ensembles.

Conclusion

In conclusion, playing the trumpet can be a fun and rewarding experience, regardless of what genre of music you prefer. While it can be difficult to find sheet music for pop songs that is specifically tailored for trumpet, there are still many resources available that can help you find the perfect piece to show off your skills. With a little bit of patience and practice, you’ll be able to play any pop song on your trumpet in no time.