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Miroslav Kejmar

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The Masterful Artistry of Miroslav Keimal, Principal Trumpet of the Czech PhilharmonicIt is a well-known story that Rafael Kubelkwho had announced his retirement at the timeheard Keimal play the post horn in a performance of Mahlers Symphony No. 3 during the revolutionary period in Czechoslovakia, and decided to return to the podium of the Czech Philharmonic.Born in 1941 and now over 60 years old, his steady technical skill remains as strong as ever. While the combination of organ and trumpet typically evokes a dazzling sound, this album is characterized by a deep song in addition to that.Its rich, full-bodied tone is entirely distinct from the metallic, linear sound of the trumpet. While Baroque music remains the focus here, he makes minimal use of the piccolo, instead centering on the standard B-flat trumpet to delight listeners with its mellow resonance. When heard in person, its easy to