Written in 1988, the three movements that make up this Little Suite show different characteristicsand expression.

The first movement,Rondino, features a lively solo part in syncopated rhythm, the piano adding a sustained harmonic background, although it does occasionally join in the rhythmic fun.The trumpet sounds quite brilliant from time to time and can be heard playing several passages of triple tongueing.

Secondly, more gentle music in the Arietta. This time the piano is entirely accom...