In The Art of Phrasing, Jean-Baptiste Arban explores the essence of musical expression through the art of phrasing. The book is aimed at musicians who wish to bring life and natural flow to their performances, going beyond simply reading the notes. Arban emphasizes the importance of breathing, tempo, accentuation, and dynamics to structure and clarify each musical phrase. He illustrates his ideas with practical examples and exercises, particularly for the cornet, his instrument of expertise. The...