Trumpets sound with a heavenly setting for duo

Local musicians, trumpeter Grant Golding and organist Matt Edwards, performed together as The Trumpet Shall Sound in 2007. During the summer they recorded their CD at Kilsyth Burns and Old Parish Church.

The CD, which was recently launched at a performance in Bridge of Allan, was recorded in partnership with the University of the West of Scotland (Paisley), where there is research into the use of ambisonic technologies for sound recording and reproduction. PhD student Barry Watson recorded and edited this project.

Matt composed a piece, 'Memories of Islay', especially for the CD and Grant did several arrangements for the recording.

The idea occurred to Grant in unusual circumstances that saw him make national news. While out hill-walking, he had a serious accident and was rescued, thanks to his head torch being seen by a passer-by who called the police.

Said Grant: "The thought of this potential recording was something that kept me going both on the hillside and during my recovery".

Grant, who is based in Cumbernauld, and Matt have also performed at venues far and wide, visiting Norway, Denmark, Germany, the United Arab Emirates the USA, and venues such as the Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, St. Giles Cripplegate, various cathedrals and the famous Kelvingrove Art Gallery, as well as churches throughout the UK.

Grant holds a Masters degree in performance from RSAMD and has performed as a soloist throughout the world. As a student, he played with the BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra, Scottish Opera, Royal Scottish National Orchestra, Dunedin Consort and is currently in high demand as a teacher.

Matt is an Open University honours graduate who continues his studies alongside his daily work. In 1998 he become the youngest cathedral director of music in the UK at the age of just 21.