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Practice for the Developing Trumpet Player

Practice for the Developing Trumpet Player

As a developing trumpet player, knowing what to practice can be a daunting task. Daily practice is important for all…
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Diagnosing Brass Tension and Helping Students Achieve a Better Sound.

Diagnosing Brass Tension and Helping Students Achieve a Better Sound.

This is the 2nd part of a post about brass tension – read part 1 here. Diagnosing the Real Cause…
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Avoiding the Most Common Pitfall – TENSION!

Avoiding the Most Common Pitfall – TENSION!

The most common problem that teachers come across when working with brass players is tension.  Tension is, unfortunately, very natural…
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Vive la Difference: The Uniqueness of the Horn

Vive la Difference: The Uniqueness of the Horn

Hey, don’t point that at me! If one thinks of the famous solos from the standard repertoire written for the…
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Middle School Solos – Tried & True Favorites

Middle School Solos – Tried & True Favorites

These recommendations are the top responses from a survey of 30+ very experienced band directors.  Be aware: some of the…
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A Systematic Approach to Improving Trumpet Tone Quality

A Systematic Approach to Improving Trumpet Tone Quality

Improving Trumpet Tone Quality: In order to produce a beautiful trumpet sound, the performer must have a thorough understanding of…
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