“Ost’s collections of etudes and studies are a refreshing addition to our trumpet repertoire. I have enjoyed every minute practicing them and polishing them up for recording. I use them in my teaching and find Nathan’s distinctive melodies quite catchy. Who doesn’t like practicing a good tune?”

“My students and I have really enjoyed your books. You really hit all the issues college trumpeters (and professionals) have, while also making them so fun to play!”

“I have to tell you, I find your work so intriguing, it makes me want to practice. I majored on trumpet at James Madison University ’78-’82 (BMEd) then played in the Air Force Band at Langley AFB, Virginia for nearly six years…changed careers and really hadn’t played for over 30 years. I dreaded having to go back to Arban and the gang and although I do use them, I find myself reaching for yours more often. They’re as challenging, but I love the colors you choose to create in your music.”

“I highly recommend “21 Lyrical Studies for Trumpet” and “21 Characteristic Studies for Trumpet” by Nathan Ost. They are among the most creative and musical works for Trumpet Study. With the exceptional recordings by Jack Sutte, they stand in singular contrast to most Etude Books in the Trumpet Library.”

“My honest thoughts are that I haven’t had this much fun playing from an etude book in years. I play all styles of trumpet and I’m a band director and these capture my attention in a way that is hard to find.”

“Nathan Ost has written two collections of etudes that I have no doubt will become a well-used and familiar resource to trumpet players around the world. His Characteristic and Lyrical Studies are a fresh and interesting musical approach to developing technical facility, but most of all, musicianship.”

“Get your Ost Etudes! When I was going through my embouchure change this summer they were a wonderful help and kept me moving forward musically…..now after my bicycling accident they will be a big part of my recovery from the lip damage. Nathan has really given us a wonderful gift with these musically valuable and interesting etudes.”

“These are some of the best etudes I’ve come across in my over 50 years on the instrument.”