This new recording -- like its earlier companion CD Portrait of an Artist -- showcases the incredible artistry, musicianship, and teaching of Arnold Jacobs, legendary tubist of the Chicago Symphony Orchestra 1944-1988. This unique audio portrait is comprised entirely of recordings of Jacobs' voice from master classes, lectures, and interviews, combined with rare recordings of Jacobs as soloist, brass ensemble member with CSO colleagues, and home practice recordings. The accompanying booklet discusses the enduring legacy and contributions that Arnold Jacobs made to the field of brass teaching and orchestral performance.

TRACK LISTING:
1. Toccata for brass quintet(1:48)
2. Arnold Jacobs speaking on various aspects of the tuba~We are in an art form(3:43)
3. Beelzebub, for tuba(6:00)
4. Arnold Jacobs speaking on various aspects of the tuba~Essential role of the tuba(1:35)
5. Arnold Jacobs speaking on various aspects of the tuba~Range and tone(1:13)
6. Lohengrin, opera, WWV 75~Act 3. Prelude [Excerpt](0:56)
7. Symphony in D minor, Op. 48~Excerpt(0:54)
8. Arnold Jacobs speaking on various aspects of the tuba~Air versus air apparatus(2:49)
Listen
9. Etude characteristique No. 1(2:57)
10. Arnold Jacobs speaking on various aspects of the tuba~Lips are vocal cords for the instrument(5:57)
11. Etude for tuba No. 12, Op. 13 No. 12(2:09)
12. Arnold Jacobs speaking on various aspects of the tuba~The use of air(2:13)
13. Etude, for tuba(2:02)
14. Arnold Jacobs speaking on various aspects of the tuba~The use of devices(1:52)
15. String Quartet No. 2 in G major ('Compliments'), Op. 18/2~4. Allegro molto(6:29)
16. Arnold Jacobs speaking on various aspects of the tuba~Conditioned responses, becoming a storyteller of sound(2:41)
17. Solo Pomposo, for tuba & band (written under the name Al Hayes)(4:44)
18. Arnold Jacobs speaking on various aspects of the tuba~The art of communication(0:35)
19. Brass Quintet, No. 1 in B flat, Op. 5~1. Moderato(5:20)
20. Brass Quintet, No. 1 in B flat, Op. 5~2. Allegro non troppo lento(3:39)
21. Brass Quintet, No. 1 in B flat, Op. 5~3. Allegro molto(4:02)

Additional Details

Label: Summit Records

Genre: Classical

Run Time: 40 mins

Release Date: 07/01/12

UPC: 099402469928