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| Subject | Date Asked |
| 8 year hiatus | 1/27/2011 |
| Q: I haven't touched a horn seriously in about 8 years. It's not to say that I haven't had the almost ... A: A great place start would be to practice breath control. Take deep relaxing breaths, where you use ... | |
| Playing trumpet with too much lip pressure | 1/10/2011 |
| Q: I've been playing trumpet for about 6 years, I'm a high school student. I know that I've been using ... A: Changes of technique in embouchure need to be changed a little bit at a time so that you can train ... | |
| Too much practice? | 1/4/2011 |
| Q: I need to get as much range and endurance (for a show) ASAP after not playing for a year, (and I ... A: Practicing for range and endurance is like walking on thin ice. The slightest wrong move can set you ... | |
| Trumpet | 1/3/2011 |
| Q: About Thirty years ago I picked up this beautiful Buescher Elkhart Trumpet. I thought I would learn ... A: The Truetone trumpet line was made by Buescher Instrument Company. The serial number listed dates ... | |
| high notes, lip flexibilities | 1/2/2011 |
| Q: I'm 15 years old and I'm now playing trumpet for about 7 years and I want to go on the high school ... A: To be honest, I didn't quite understand your quest other than "What to practice to improve my ... | |
| Tone and braces | 12/24/2010 |
| Q: I am a freshman in highschool and have been playing for 2-3 years and I have braces that are being ... A: Merry Christmas. The best way to achieve good tone is to play lip slur exercises with deep warm ... | |
| help | 12/18/2010 |
| Q: my mom found a trumpet American standard and wants to know if it is good and how to give good ... A: Feliz Navidad! The American Standard trumpet model is from the Cleveland Instrument Co. that was ... | |
| Need Help - Dads Trumpet | 12/10/2010 |
| Q: GE, My dad recentley passed and we found an old trumpet of his. have no idea on type of trumpet or ... A: My condolences on your father's passing. It seems that the instrument's serial number (805xxx) dates ... | |
| air | 11/28/2010 |
| Q: i am a freshman in high school and have been playing for two years. i am told that i have reltively ... A: Sounds to me that you have a two part problem: 1) you are not attacking your not clearly and 2) you ... | |
| Endurance | 11/13/2010 |
| Q: I am taking my grade eight in trumpet in 3 weeks time (3rd December) and I can play all of my ... A: The best way to build the endurance in your particular case would be to aggressively build the chops ... | |
| trumpet playing tech and reading notes | 10/21/2010 |
| Q: Dhear Mr. Vikranth, Greetings. Further to your guidance on how to start getting good sound on my ... A: Sorry, I thought I had answered your questions in full. I recommend investing in Arban's Method for ... | |
| trumpet playing tech and reading notes | 10/15/2010 |
| Q: Dhear Mr. Vikranth, Greetings. Further to your guidance on how to start getting good sound on my ... A: It is not uncommon to have a different tone than other trumpet players in your ensemble. However, it ... | |
| Range | 10/3/2010 |
| Q: I've recently switched to a bigger mouthpiece and was wondering what I can do to get my range back. A: Your range should not have changed much even though you switched to a bigger mouthpiece. My ... | |
| Ambassador Trumpet | 8/21/2010 |
| Q: I have an Olds Trumpet i picked up at a flea market a few years ago. It is stamped "Fullerton Calif" ... A: Using another source, I found that the particular years for manufacture are between 1969 and 1973 ... | |
| holton trumpet | 8/11/2010 |
| Q: i own a holton collegiate trumpet Bb,the serial number is printed on the second valve and the number ... A: The Holton Collegiate trumpet with that particular serial number was made in 1955. Estimates cannot ... | |
| Trumpet | 8/2/2010 |
| Q: I have a silvertone 200 and wood like to know how much it is worth and where i could sale it. Thank ... A: I believe the Silvertone 200 was made by the Blessing Instrument Company to be sold by Sears. Those ... | |
| Value of vintage coronet | 7/23/2010 |
| Q: I have a C. G. Conn Coronet SN 36xxx According to the Conn website this should be a 1896 model. It ... A: As per my research, Conn created on or before the year date the following cornet models: Clear Bore ... | |
| bore, bell and mouthpiece number | 7/12/2010 |
| Q: I am seeking an explanation of the technical terms bore and bell and information on the numbering ... A: Good question. The bore size is the diameter of the cross-section of the trumpet's pipe; after the ... | |
| old trumpet | 6/25/2010 |
| Q: a few years back i bought an old bundy trumpet and while i was at band practice a man told me i ... A: The Bundy model is a descendant of the "Aristocrat" model of Buescher Instrument Co. Selmer Co. ... | |
| Shilke 6a4a / Gold vs. Silver | 5/22/2010 |
| Q: Could you please answer a couple of questions for me? My first question is if it is worth is to buy ... A: A Gold mouthpiece can sacrifice range if compared to the exact same silver version of the ... | |
| cracking on notes | 5/21/2010 |
| Q: It seems like everytime I try to attack the notes E and F mid staff I always crack on those ... A: The 5th partial is a naturally easier to crack due to how close the notes are to the 4th/6th ... | |
| playing notes | 5/19/2010 |
| Q: Badwal I have been playing the trumpet for 7 years (turning 8 this august) and I cant seem to hit ... A: Since you have been playing for a while, I won't give you a run down on the "don't be fixated on ... | |
| conn trumpet history | 4/29/2010 |
| Q: Its mostly rose brass but has some silver and gold brass on it too. All of the slides are frozen ... A: Stop. Don't buy this dented valve instrument. There is no amount of money that makes this instrument ... | |
| Trumpet Question | 4/20/2010 |
| Q: Can you please tell me what the value of my trumpet is. I have Super Artist E.K. Blessing Co. ... A: Based on the picture, I don't think that it is gold plated. You may want to clean it up and take it ... | |
| American Standard Trumpet | 4/16/2010 |
| Q: Vikrant, I recently found an old American Standard Trumpet made by King Craftsman, The H.N. White , ... A: The instrument was manufactured sometime between 1935 to 1940. I found a picture of an earlier ... | |
| Trumpet Playing Problems | 4/12/2010 |
| Q: I have been playing trumpet since 6th grade and now I am a sophomore in high school. I feel like I ... A: It can be very tough, as a player, when you have multiple musical commitments to maintain while ... | |
| 1959 olds ambassador. | 4/3/2010 |
| Q: I purchased an olds ambassador online but have not received it yet. Is there any way to tell if it ... A: Sorry for a late response. I know that the F.E. Olds company made an Ambassador model trumpet. I do ... | |
| King's silver trumpet | 3/29/2010 |
| Q: My late husband was given a King's silver trumpet when in high school band around 1969-1970, I ... A: I believe that you may have a King Silver Flair Trumpet. The instrument is not made of pure silver, ... | |
| trumpet value | 3/21/2010 |
| Q: what is your review of a king tempo silver trumpet? ANSWER: Hi Austin, The King Tempo trumpet were ... A: The instrument is great for a beginner instrument as long as the student maintains discipline in ... | |
| Marvin Stamm Besson trumpet | 3/13/2010 |
| Q: Vikrant... I recently acquired an older silver plated Besson trumpet. The only markings on the bell ... A: Sorry for a late response. It seems that you have done your research on the instrument. I believe ... | |
| trumpet value | 3/6/2010 |
| Q: what is your review of a king tempo silver trumpet? A: The King Tempo trumpet were manufactured from mid 1960's onwards. They play well for orchestral, ... | |
| Embouchure | 2/16/2010 |
| Q: I have played the trumpet for about 10 years now, and I am currently enduring an embouchure change. ... A: Estimating time of return from an embouchure change is a tricky at best because it is a process that ... | |
| Pocket trumpets of India | 2/14/2010 |
| Q: I am new to trumpet world. I fell head over heals to the look of a pocket trumpet displayed in DELHI ... A: The Pinky ring on the mouthpipe is a loop to place the right hand pinky finger. The first valve and ... | |
| Pocket trumpets of India | 2/8/2010 |
| Q: I am new to trumpet world. I fell head over heals to the look of a pocket trumpet displayed in DELHI ... A: The best way to know if an instrument is good is to play the instrument. I suggest that you take a ... | |
| high notes | 2/3/2010 |
| Q: i am currently an eighth grade trumpet player and want to know how to play high. So far, i think the ... A: Playing high notes is as much about playing with good technique as it is about training yourself to ... | |
| How hard is it to play trumpet? | 2/2/2010 |
| Q: My son is 13 and recently became interested in playing the trumpet for the school band. He played ... A: Jacks, Saying that the trumpet is easier than the French Horn is a double edged sword because I ... | |
| Boosey & Hawkes | 1/19/2010 |
| Q: I happened to see a Boosey & Hawkes Oxford Trumpet(Serial no.910xxx) listed on Ebay for $300.What ... A: Unfortunately, I do not know of the instrument markets in India at the moment. I can only suggest ... | |
| Boosey & Hawkes | 1/19/2010 |
| Q: I happened to see a Boosey & Hawkes Oxford Trumpet(Serial no.910xxx) listed on Ebay for $300.What ... A: The Oxford Trumpet is line of student models from Boosey & Hawkes. The instrument is not vintage as ... | |
| high note techniques | 1/18/2010 |
| Q: What kind of warming up techniques or etc, can i use to help me reach the high notes.Likes the high ... A: Playing high notes is as much about playing with good technique as it is about training yourself to ... | |
| Painting My Trumpet | 1/9/2010 |
| Q: I have an old beater trumpet as my third that I don't really use any more. I would like to paint it ... A: If you really do not care about the tonality of the instrument and only the color of the horn. You ... | |
| Anniversary bach value | 1/8/2010 |
| Q: Can you tell me the value of an Anniversary Bach Model 194, purchased new in 1986 and in excellent ... A: Unfortunately, pricing information for this particular instrument is scarce which tells me two ... | |
| Range/Breath Support | 12/23/2009 |
| Q: I have been playing trumpet for a total of 18 years but had to stop playing for two years from years ... A: Better breath support comes from the ability to control your breathing as you play your instrument. ... | |
| olds recording trumpet | 12/13/2009 |
| Q: Ser no. 407065 thank u for your time how much do u think its worth A: Your Olds Recording instrument dates from 1962 to 1964. The bulldog is the mascot for the University ... | |
| rest before performance | 12/12/2009 |
| Q: do you go easy the day or two before public performance? I practice about 30 min a day but find I ... A: I do not "go easy" before a public performance, in terms of practicing/playing. I do have a tendency ... | |
| student trumpet | 12/8/2009 |
| Q: My son is a good player for the middle school band. He has an old beat up Bach tr 300. He is still ... A: Unfortunately, a Bach TR400 is a student model instrument, just like the TR300. I am not sure that ... | |
| Calicchio, Marcinkiewicz, or Edwards? | 12/5/2009 |
| Q: Mr. Frankie Bull, Hi, my name is Kyle, I'm 16, and I have just recently become a cancer survivor. As ... A: First, I would like to express rejoice for your survival of cancer. I have had a few family members ... | |
| third valve slide | 11/29/2009 |
| Q: If I understand it correctly, I should be sliding my third valve slide out every time that I use the ... A: Excellent question Billy! The answer is yes, you should be pulling your third valve slide out every ... | |
| Trumpet vs. cornet | 11/27/2009 |
| Q: I have a 14-year-old 4th year band student who plays the cornet and is interested in getting a ... A: The Special model trumpet is their intermediate model line trumpet. This definitely fits the build ... | |
| Buying a trumpet | 11/24/2009 |
| Q: My son was been playing trumpet since 7th grade, he now in 9th grade and would like to get him an ... A: You can buy an excellent instrument for the budget you have set. I do not recommend short changing ... | |
| How can I learn Baritone in two weeks (and sound good)? I already play the trumpet.? | 11/20/2009 |
| Q: I have played the trumpet for about 3 years now. I am a freshman in high school, and my band ... A: I was busy with marching band finals over the weekend. Baritone is very similar to the trumpet in ... | |
| Trumpet vs. cornet | 11/18/2009 |
| Q: I have a 14-year-old 4th year band student who plays the cornet and is interested in getting a ... A: I was busy with marching band finals over the weekend. The most basic difference between a trumpet ... | |
| Help finding the right Trumpet | 11/18/2009 |
| Q: I'm trying to purchase a beginner trumpet for my 9 year old daughter who will be playing it in band. ... A: I was busy with marching band finals over the weekend. Okay, so the Suzuki instrument brand is not ... | |
| Cleaning and sanitizing a used cornet | 11/5/2009 |
| Q: I am a beginning cornet player of 5 weeks. I just bought a used Getzen 300 series cornet that is ... A: I assume that you bought the horn used. When you get the instrument, inspect it to make sure that it ... | |
| I found a Trumpet... | 11/2/2009 |
| Q: I found a trumpet, it is possibly a cornet, the model is Ambassador, with the serial number 99089. ... A: The instrument that you own is an Olds Ambassador built in 1954 by the F.E.Olds company. The ... | |
| Blessing Super Artist Trumpet | 10/25/2009 |
| Q: I own a Blessing Super Artist Trumpet, bought new in December 1971 for $350. It is in good ... A: I would not recommending re-plating the instrument as it is in good condition. If you are interested ... | |
| EK Blessing Trumpet | 10/13/2009 |
| Q: my daughter is evaluating several trumpets that have come from a friends family. One is an "Artist ... A: You are correct in the year of manufacture. Blessing Artist models are well built and sound nice. ... | |
| refinishing my horn | 10/12/2009 |
| Q: Hey, I'm a Junior in high school and I have a Bach Strad. Most of the silver around my valves is ... A: I know that replating/relaquering an entire trumpet is somewhere between $500 to $800. I am not sure ... | |
| Trumpet history | 10/11/2009 |
| Q: My friend was given a trumpet with "Utona" engraved on it. It looks quite old. Where and when was it ... A: The "Utona" instrument is made by the WM Frank Co. The horn is not widely available and I would need ... | |
| Henri Selmer Trumpet | 10/7/2009 |
| Q: I have a trumpet that has Henri Selmer Paris GRAND PRIX Geneve 1927 Liege 1930 Henri Selmer in ... A: Unfortunately, I did not find any lists to date check your serial number. However, I know that the ... | |
| bach selmer trumpet | 9/22/2009 |
| Q: How do I find out what model trumpet I have?? There is no model number on the bell - only a serial ... A: Sorry my original answer did not go through. You already know your model instrument; a Bach Bundy ... | |
| Getting back into shape | 9/18/2009 |
| Q: I started playing the trumpet around 1954 and pretty regularly through around 1968. I was fairly ... A: Something my instructor pointed out to me was that even if you take long breaks from playing the ... | |
| Lincoln Professional Trumpet | 9/13/2009 |
| Q: A while back I picked up an old Lincoln Professional trumpet marked Made in France as an office ... A: It would be quite silly to put away an instrument available for use. In my opinion, no trumpet is ... | |
| Range | 9/12/2009 |
| Q: After playing the trumpet for 10 years, I have taken a 15 year break. What is the best way to get ... A: Your range should not be an issue. If you had learned the mechanism of maintaining range in your ... | |
| Mouthpiece Plating Chipped | 9/8/2009 |
| Q: I tried to clean my mouthpiece with peroxide. it worked but it had tarnished pretty badly. i got all ... A: I assume you cleaned the mouthpiece with hydrogen peroxide, which would mean that your mouthpiece ... | |
| Value | 9/5/2009 |
| Q: I purchased a Gruskin Trumept SS#21587 from a pawn shop for my son. Can you please tell me the value ... A: I have never heard of the manufacturer "Gruskin". My hunch tells me that it might be a foreign made ... | |
| Ultrasonic cleaning | 8/25/2009 |
| Q: Is it important to have a trumpet an ultrasonic cleaning or chemically dipped by a professional ... A: It is not a requirement to clean your instrument before storage. I highly recommend it, though. If ... | |
| Coronet | 8/22/2009 |
| Q: I own a Coronet Superior Craftsman made in Cleveland Ohio by the H.N. White Company . ser.no. 3 ... A: There is a great H.N. White website that you should check out. According to the site, a coronet with ... | |
| replacement of 2nd valve | 8/17/2009 |
| Q: I have just received a Bach Stradivarius 37 180s that I purchased for my daughter. She has taken the ... A: Did any of the valves catch when you pulled them out? Did you ding the valves while you were oiling ... | |
| Kelly Screamer Mouthpieces | 8/9/2009 |
| Q: I'm a high school senior and I was looking to just have some fun while in the bleachers playing ... A: I have never personally used the Kelly Screamer Mouthpiece, nor have my friends; so I do not have ... | |
| i want tosell my trumpet. | 8/2/2009 |
| Q: imtrying to sell my trumpet for the best possible price.wish i didnt have to but moneys tight.its a ... A: My best suggestion is to put the instrument on ebay with pictures. Set a reserve amount of your wish ... | |
| trumpet | 7/28/2009 |
| Q: My grandson will be needing a trumpet for his 6th grade. What will be a good brand for him to start ... A: I apologize for this response. I forgot to press send last week. I think buying your grandson a ... | |
| invicta trumpet | 7/24/2009 |
| Q: have just been given it do you by any chance know of its value, would like to sell it. hope to hear ... A: The only information that I can get on the Invicta, is that it is a intermediate level horn. The ... | |
| Pinching on the Trumpet | 7/19/2009 |
| Q: I have been playing trumpet for about 5 years now, and I have two big problems: I use excessive ... A: Yes. During personal practice time, remove the horn from the equation. Take only your forefinger and ... | |
| trumpet | 7/18/2009 |
| Q: I love to listen to professional recordings of trumpet, I got braces almost a year ago, I play on a ... A: Good Question. The vibrato tone that you are seeking is really a product of two distinct trumpet ... | |
| Getzen piston spring replacement | 7/17/2009 |
| Q: I have an old (1950's ??) Getzen Model 90 Deluxe that I think might benefit from replacing the ... A: After searching far and wide. I found that Getzen does not sell its own replacement parts but ... | |
| difference in trumpets | 7/12/2009 |
| Q: I am looking at different trumpets to buy for my son. He is in high school and takes lessons. on ... A: Great question. The Bach Mercedes I was made from mostly Bach Strad parts, however the Mercedes II ... | |
| Olds Ambassador Trumpet | 7/8/2009 |
| Q: I would like some information re a Olds Ambassador Trumpet with the serial #822032. 'Fullerton ... A: Your Olds Ambassador Trumpet dates from 1972-1973. The engraving indicates that the horn was ... | |
| Info on a trumpet mouthpiece, as was informed jet tone mouthpieces are no longer available | 7/2/2009 |
| Q: I read some of the other questions asked on the various topics it was very informative, so I just ... A: Sorry for the delay--was out for the 4th of July weekend. Okay first lets start classifying the ... | |
| trumpet maintenance | 6/15/2009 |
| Q: I recently bought a silver Crescent Bb Trumpet from eBay. I even bought valve oil to keep it in ... A: Generally, regular lubrication of the valves is the general protocol for valve maintenance. Every ... | |
| Big Lips | 6/4/2009 |
| Q: I'm sorry, I guess I didn't really ask one. I just wanted know maybe what a proper embouchure ... A: Don't worry about the situation explanation. Recommending embrochure configuration is damn near ... | |
| trumpet range and endurance | 6/1/2009 |
| Q: As you may know the school year is almost over in washington and i am a freshman in highschool. i ... A: I believe that the best way to learn to expand your range at this moment is to learn to really blow ... | |
| changing embrochue | 5/21/2009 |
| Q: My private teacher told me that I used to much of my bottom lip when I played trumpet. At first I ... A: Changing of the embrochure is a tricky subject because there is always the element of time to get ... | |
| Can you date my trumpet? | 5/20/2009 |
| Q: I was offered 600 dollars for a Conn trumpet of mine. I was wondering if you could find when it was ... A: Without looking at the condition of the horn, I think that the $600 must be made for an extremely ... | |
| Can you date my trumpet? | 5/19/2009 |
| Q: I was offered 600 dollars for a Conn trumpet of mine. I was wondering if you could find when it was ... A: How did you get the instrument under your care? Do you have any pictures showing condition of the ... | |
| teaching | 5/19/2009 |
| Q: I am just out of highschool and I'm teaching a kid to play trumpet. I'm having alot of trouble ... A: Teaching youngsters is tough because they do not understanding of how the instrument works. You need ... | |
| Range | 5/19/2009 |
| Q: I'd like to know any techniques or books there are that can expand my range to a G by this ... A: For physical aspects of playing high notes, check out question on high notes I have answered before. ... | |
| Trumpet/ piano/ cello | 5/6/2009 |
| Q: If my friend wants to play the trumpet in the key of C ( she said it's easier - no flat nor sharp), ... A: If you are playing a C trumpet, then you do not need to transpose piano music because, generally, ... | |
| Old Elkhart Trumpet | 5/5/2009 |
| Q: I have inherited an old trumpet which probably belonged to my Grandad. It's in poor condition at the ... A: The Elkhart Band Instrument Company was either bought by or bought the Buescher Band Instrument ... | |
| King cornet N.H white | 5/2/2009 |
| Q: I have a cornet king master N.H white co. cleveland,Ohio fully functional,but i didn't have the case ... A: First I apologize for the late response. I forgot to put up my vacation unavailability. The serial ... | |
| ambassador trumpet | 5/1/2009 |
| Q: My friend has an brass trumpet. Where can she find a serial number for identification? She would ... A: First, I apologize for the late response. I forgot to put my vacation unavailability. Anyhow, ... | |
| Valve oil | 4/27/2009 |
| Q: Does synthetic valve oil cause corrosion? Does it work better than the petroleum? If Synthetic ... A: Great question. I haven't really played around with different types of valve oils. I have pretty ... | |
| sticking valve | 4/14/2009 |
| Q: I am having trouble with my trumpet valve. It wont stop sticking and is really annoying when I am ... A: I am sorry to hear about your sticky valve. So here are some obvious solutions. Do you regularly oil ... | |
| trumpet | 4/13/2009 |
| Q: I have a Buesher trumpet with a patent date Oct2,1907, it says Truetone on it,a #161914, I assume is ... A: Your trumpet was a professional made instrument from the Buesher Band Instrument company because of ... | |
| King Cleveland 600 | 4/2/2009 |
| Q: I have the above described trumpet with a 341 serial#, (1960's?). On the 1st valve is a "1" and the ... A: Fred, I am having difficulty understanding your questions. The numbers on the valves should not ... | |
| Paying to much? | 4/1/2009 |
| Q: I found a Bach TR300 for 300 dollars. It is silver plated and only has one ding in it. I am a ... A: Depending on the age, condition and its response in the valves, $300 seems to be a fairly decent ... | |
| old elkhorn trumpet | 3/26/2009 |
| Q: i have an old trupet here, grandpa gave to me. the serial # is 119999 it says REVELATIO on it. ... A: Your instrument's serial number dates it to 1936. I believe that you may have acquired a Holton ... | |
| trumpet mouthpiece and practice time | 3/25/2009 |
| Q: i have two questions regarding me and my horn, the first is about my mouth piece, i have 2 trumpets, ... A: Since you have been practicing only your 14B4 mouthpiece for a while without the 7C, do not practice ... | |
| Harmonic series | 3/24/2009 |
| Q: so I've been doing a little studying on the harmonic series because i want to get to know how my ... A: The one octave lower "C" is the fundamental note that we were talking about. The reason why it isn't ... | |
| Harmonic series | 3/24/2009 |
| Q: so I've been doing a little studying on the harmonic series because i want to get to know how my ... A: Evan, Quite simply, the fundamental pitch on the C trumpet is one octave lower than the C below the ... | |
| Hearing note variations in the upper register | 3/20/2009 |
| Q: I have taken on the lead trumpet in my high school jazz band. I am also the lead trumpet in concert ... A: That is a common problem for players that have to play above the staff substantially. First, you ... | |
| regaining long lost trumpet lip | 3/20/2009 |
| Q: During my childhood years I played the trumpet from the age of 6 to 19. During that time I marched ... A: I am sure that the leave of absence is justified. As I have just recently graduated from college, I ... | |
| Jazz and Concert Playing | 3/19/2009 |
| Q: I play lead trumpet in the jazz band at my high school, but I feel like the playing I do in 1st hour ... A: I have had the similar problem when I was in marching band, wind orchestra, and brass ensemble. ... | |
| regaining long lost trumpet lip | 3/19/2009 |
| Q: During my childhood years I played the trumpet from the age of 6 to 19. During that time I marched ... A: Yes, it is possible for you to get your "lip" back. Something my instructor pointed out to me was ... | |
| trumpets | 3/16/2009 |
| Q: what are some historical dates on trumpets A: Trumpets are amongst the oldest instruments known in human history. I believe that some of the ... | |
| high notes | 3/15/2009 |
| Q: When I played trumpet in a small dance band while in High School in the forties, few of us could ... A: Yes, I have tinkered with moving the embrochure to different places. Yes they were successful in ... | |
| Bb trumpet to piccolo trumpet | 3/14/2009 |
| Q: My name is Ashley. I am a junior in high school, and first chair in our top band. Not only am I ... A: Congrats on placing chair in your band. The difficulty that you may be having with the piccolo ... | |
| technique | 3/13/2009 |
| Q: my name is brad. i've been playing the trumpet for about 5 years or so, and this year i started ... A: I feel that the 1/3, 2/3 rule is a general guideline as is the making an "M" with your lips ... | |
| mouthpiece selection | 3/9/2009 |
| Q: When I was much younger I played trumpet in brass ensembles, orchestras, etc. My tone and musicality ... A: Let me point out a fact. A mouthpiece will NEVER help you play high notes, but it WILL help ... | |
| mouthpiece selection | 3/8/2009 |
| Q: When I was much younger I played trumpet in brass ensembles, orchestras, etc. My tone and musicality ... A: Damage to your chops can only happen once the muscles are overworked and pushed beyond a breaking ... | |
| Good buy?? | 3/4/2009 |
| Q: I have recently started playing for our church again after an 8 year hiatus and have been looking to ... A: I am not entirely sure what you mean. If there is a water leak in the instrument and it roots from ... | |
| Selmer Cornet S/N 1652 | 3/3/2009 |
| Q: I am a trumpet player, but have received my dad's Selmer cornet, as he just passed away last week. ... A: Sorry for the unclear answer. I meant to say that the trumpet was the second instrument made in a ... | |
| Selmer Cornet S/N 1652 | 3/1/2009 |
| Q: I am a trumpet player, but have received my dad's Selmer cornet, as he just passed away last week. ... A: I am sorry to hear of your recent loss. His cornet is a very fine instrument. Most of my information ... | |
| playing problem | 2/28/2009 |
| Q: I havenot played trumpet in over 25 years. I've started up again and am having a serious problem I ... A: First of all, if playing the trumpet is hurting you in any way, seek medical attention. As for the ... | |
| high notes | 2/27/2009 |
| Q: When I played trumpet in a small dance band while in High School in the forties, few of us ... A: Sounds like you are progressing well with your range techniques. Now that you have somewhat ... | |
| Selmer Bb Trumpet | 2/25/2009 |
| Q: I am a pro trumpet player and educator in Australia. I have been given a trumpet by an old ... A: The serial number: 51858 dates your instrument to 1972, as you mentioned. The numbers on the valves ... | |
| Trumpet Mouthpiece Selection | 2/23/2009 |
| Q: I have played B flat trumpet for many years. I am presently using a 3C mouthpiece which is a big ... A: I do not believe that a "different" mouthpiece will help you improve your upper range playing. ... | |
| Trumpet tone/range | 2/22/2009 |
| Q: my name is Greg. I've been playing the trumpet for four years and have gotten pretty decent at it. I ... A: Sorry for the delay in response. The best interval exercise, in my opinion, is where you play a ... | |
| Trumpet tone/range | 2/18/2009 |
| Q: my name is Greg. I've been playing the trumpet for four years and have gotten pretty decent at it. I ... A: Since you are a relatively young trumpet player, there are a few basic things you need to work on to ... | |
| Bach Strad | 2/18/2009 |
| Q: I have a bach strad model 37 bell: the serial number is ML51337 and has a 7 stamped on the leadpipe ... A: The serial number that you have mentioned dates the Strad to 1970-1971. The ML signifies that it is ... | |
| playing some high notes..how to do it | 2/18/2009 |
| Q: i am a 47 yr. old been playing for over 27 yrs. . cant hit high notes. get tired fast... practice ... A: I have always found that I play high notes better when I am playing within the ensemble. In the ... | |
| Tuning each valve | 2/16/2009 |
| Q: I have been asked to write a duo for a couple friends of mine for two B flat trumpets. I am ... A: I see that you are quite persistent and I am quite interested in quantifying this myself so here is ... | |
| trumpet | 2/14/2009 |
| Q: I am a 40 year old male with no music background and I play no instruments but I would love to buy a ... A: The best investment for you would be to buy a student instrument with a medium bore in the key of ... | |
| trumpet | 2/14/2009 |
| Q: I have a henri selmer paris depose grand prix geneve 1927 liege 1930 followed by henri selmers ... A: The serial number: 6784 dates your instrument to 1948. The numbers on the valves denotes that your ... | |
| Bugle/trumpet mutes | 2/13/2009 |
| Q: I was wondering what the difference was between a trumpet mute and a bugle mute. A: I believe that it is really in the difference in response between the two instruments that make the ... | |
| Recruiting new trumpeter | 2/11/2009 |
| Q: As stated in the subject, my elementary school band is recruiting new trumpet players who have no ... A: Any child that are physically healthy can play trumpet. Care should come in the instruction of how ... | |
| Tuning each valve | 2/7/2009 |
| Q: I have been asked to write a duo for a couple friends of mine for two B flat trumpets. I am ... A: That is a great and very interesting question. This will delve into the science of playing a valved ... | |
| Missing Valve bottom | 2/4/2009 |
| Q: During a performance I lost a weighted valve bottom from my K modified Selmer Paris trumpet...can ... A: Your best bet is to find a local repair shop to order one for you from Henri Selmer Paris. You may ... | |
| Trumpet Bore | 2/3/2009 |
| Q: What are the differences between trumpet bores and bell sizes? ANSWER: Hi Jose, Great Question. ... A: Jose, My suggestion would be to go for the sensible option, the sound and response on a New York ... | |
| Trumpet Bore | 2/2/2009 |
| Q: What are the differences between trumpet bores and bell sizes? A: Great Question. You will see the words trumpet bore size and trumpet bell size to describe the make ... | |
| bach stradivarius model 37 | 1/30/2009 |
| Q: I have a 1977 or 78 stradivarius. The music store i took it to, the guy said it was in excelent ... A: I would suggest that you rent an instrument until he can learn how to proper hold and maintain his ... | |
| Too old -- mouthpiece questions | 1/24/2009 |
| Q: I am a 79 years old who got the crazy idea of learning to play the trumpet again. I thought I was a ... A: First of all congrats on picking up your instrument! My college band director normally entertained ... | |
| trumpet to piano scales | 1/24/2009 |
| Q: my preacher at my church was wanting a trumpet player to play songs with the piano at our church.i ... A: There are a number of reasons you may not sound great when you are trying to play notes by ear. I ... | |
| Embrochure in the lower range | 1/23/2009 |
| Q: I have studied the trumpet for over 12 years and specialised in performance at University where I ... A: I had the exact same lower range problem. I began to learn to overcome this by practicing intervals ... | |
| Underbite | 1/20/2009 |
| Q: How does having an under bite effect trumpet play? Linda A: The placement of your teeth through the position of the jaw can slightly alter the method on which ... | |
| Age and worth of trumpet | 1/15/2009 |
| Q: I am 53 and while in high school used a trumpet that belonged to my father. I believe it was used ... A: Your instrument is the Holton Collegiate that dates to 1911-1912 according to your serial number. I ... | |
| Pedal notes and High notes | 1/14/2009 |
| Q: Played pro trumpet in 1940's in small band. Stock charts rarely required going above high Bb. Never ... A: Let me first congratulate you on picking up the trumpet. The method of developing your pedal notes ... | |
| trumpet pistons | 1/14/2009 |
| Q: i have a trumpet but there is no air flow and i beleive the pistons may have been messed with. ... A: You are correct in the inference that your valves may be causing a blockage of air flow through your ... | |
| Getzen 770SP Select trumpet | 1/11/2009 |
| Q: What do you think of and what do you know about the Getzen 770SP Select trumpet that the Sam Ash ... A: I think the Getzen 770SP Select is an excellent instrument. I do not prefer the brightness of sound ... | |
| old trumpet | 1/8/2009 |
| Q: I am trying to find out something about an old trumpet that belongs to a friend.It has an engraved ... A: The only thing I could find about your instrument is that John E Dallas & Sons ltd. is a historic ... | |
| cramatic scale | 1/3/2009 |
| Q: I have a question on the chromatic scale. Can you show me all the notes on the chromatic scale. I ... A: The chromatic scale is very easy to understand and learn. You should not have any problems. With a ... | |
| Henri Selmer Paris Made in France ''R'' | 12/31/2008 |
| Q: R IS IN CIRCLE UNDER mADE IN oARIS. mODEL 66 #50822. bEEN IN CASE IN CLOSET FOR OVER 20 YEARS AND ... A: I found a discrepancy in instrument dating for Selmer instruments. I believe it roots from one site ... | |
| 1936 Conn Trumpet, Model: VICTOR SPECIAL, S/N: 309863 | 12/31/2008 |
| Q: I recently purchased an old trumpet at an estate auction. I'm very curious about it, since it does ... A: You actually own a Conn 80A Victor Special Coronet, not trumpet. However, the model number was not ... | |
| Note preciseness | 12/29/2008 |
| Q: I have a Selmer K-Modified trumpet (1962) and use a Monette B4LD mouthpiece. I have a rich, dark ... A: This would be a tricky problem since it deals with two issues: one being physical and the other ... | |
| MasterArts | 12/27/2008 |
| Q: I asked a question regarding a MasterArts trumpet with the serial number 526, would you know of ... A: Again sorry about not being able to narrow down that instrument further. You can probably ask Mike ... | |
| help with the trumpet | 12/27/2008 |
| Q: I am in desperate help. I am learning to play the trumpet and have encountered a major problem, I ... A: I completely understand your predicament. Sounding a note on any brass instrument is an extremely ... | |
| Trumpet Question | 12/22/2008 |
| Q: I play trumpet. I can play the "G",the note right above the "F", but I just cannot seem to play any ... A: Here is my opinion of playing high notes: One technique that helps a lot of player is to maintain a ... | |
| Trumpet notatation | 12/19/2008 |
| Q: I have a piece of music that has 2 dots under the note heads. I've not seen that before. I've seen ... A: This notation is quite peculiar! I wonder what the style and the instrumentation is for the piece. I ... | |
| bach trumpet valve replacement | 12/15/2008 |
| Q: Need to find a replacement for the third valve assembly in my Bach Mercedes II trumpet. Any ideas ... A: I was not able to find places where you can buy a replacement valve. I am not sure if it works that ... | |
| Boosey & Co Trumpet? | 12/15/2008 |
| Q: I have recently purchased a trumpet engraved AERO FORM / The Regent /BAND INSTRUMENT CO LT ... A: Unfortunately, I do not think that this particular instrument was made by Boosey and Co. for the ... | |
| H N White Master Trumpet | 12/15/2008 |
| Q: I have the instrument from my grandfather,It is silver but tarnished,beautifully engraved from ... A: You are absolutely right, the instrument dates somewhere from 1910 to 1915. First, I would check ... | |
| Trumpet Intonation | 12/11/2008 |
| Q: I have two questions that I'm hoping you could answer. My first question concerns improving my ... A: I think that you have come to a point in your musical career that sort of begins to define a ... | |
| Olds Super Ambassador Trumpet | 12/7/2008 |
| Q: I recently purchased a Olds Ambassador on E-Bay. On futher research on the Serial Number I've come ... A: Hey Jerry, According to my research, the serial number that you have given me would age your ... | |
| trumpet | 12/6/2008 |
| Q: I just bought a trumpet designed by Vincent Bach "Bundy" the Selmer co USA with serial #564994 can ... A: The Bundy trumpet model was eventually redesigned by Vincent Bach after Selmer (what is now ... | |
| e-bay Trumpet | 12/5/2008 |
| Q: I have recently bought a trumpet from e-bay with the intention of learning to play it. It is marked ... A: Your instrument's age, according to the given serial number, is 1911-1912. Unfortunately, I will ... | |
| Buescher silver trumpet age? | 12/1/2008 |
| Q: My Father gave my daughter his trumpet. He recieved it as a gift from a trumpet player when he was ... A: Your instrument dates to 1927-1928 determined by your given serial numbers, 223975. I believe the LP ... | |
| King Trumpet | 11/30/2008 |
| Q: I have a King Trumpet I bought for our daughter about 7 or 8 years ago. All it has on it is some ... A: Based on your evaluation, I was not able to determine the model of this instrument. I do know that ... | |
| Buescher Aristocrat Trumpet | 11/30/2008 |
| Q: I recently purchased a Buescher Aristocrat Trumpet on E-Bay the Serial Number is #484012. I figured ... A: The serial number you have listed actually dates your instrument to somewhere in between 1965 to ... | |
| Bach Mercury Model Trumpet | 11/30/2008 |
| Q: My Mercury Bach s/n is 11397 with the original finish. It was given to me in the late 1940's, what ... A: The serial number you have dates the instrument to 1950-1953. Bach's serial number list are ... | |
| trumpet | 11/29/2008 |
| Q: my sister is a senior in high school. She wants her own trumpet. I was thinking of buying her a ... A: Here are some suggestions about trumpet shopping: Unfortunately, buying a trumpet is a lot like ... | |
| Holton T602 Serial Number 939264 | 11/29/2008 |
| Q: I recently purchased a Holton T602 Serial Number 939264 trumpet from E-Bay ,what year was this made ... A: The Holton in question was made post-1980's; I was not able to find resources to narrow down the ... | |
| difference between blessing artist and super artist | 11/28/2008 |
| Q: may i know please the difference between the blessing artist and super artist trumpet please? they ... A: In the 40's and 50's, the differences between the Artist and Super Artist is in the features ... | |
| Silver Trumpet - Rust? | 11/27/2008 |
| Q: Hey, I got a brand new silver trumpet, a 700 Eterna II by Getzen, about 4 years ago and haven't ... A: The best way to clean your instrument would be to take everything apart carefully, and use a trumpet ... | |
| mouthpieces | 11/26/2008 |
| Q: Hey, iv been playing cornet for 8years and have my grade 8. i have been playing trumpet for the last ... A: You should play with whatever helps you play clear, consistent and good tones on your instrument. Do ... | |
| serial number | 11/24/2008 |
| Q: Vik, I have been a horn player on and off for 30 years, now that my sons want to play I've picked it ... A: I do not like having my name cut short. People call me Singh. Anyhow, I believe that the serial ... | |
| Tone | 11/24/2008 |
| Q: The sound from my trumpet is all grainy, and icky. I am a talented musician for my age, but my tone ... A: There are a few things you can do to help build better tone quality. Most issues that deal with ... | |
| Trumpet | 11/22/2008 |
| Q: I have a Trunpet that was played by my father in the late 1920's or early 1930's. The Trumpet has a ... A: I believe that the USA line trumpet was manufactured by York, later bought out by Boosey and Hawkes ... | |
| Blessing B-125 Trumpet | 11/21/2008 |
| Q: I recently aquired a Blessing B-125.The serial number is C 02019 could you tell me in what year ... A: The Blessing B-125 trumpet is a student horn featuring a medium-large bore. The age for a post ... | |
| air velocity? | 11/21/2008 |
| Q: you seem to be guite confident that "air velocity" has something to do with range. I would like to ... A: Great questions. 1. I learned the concept of "air velocity" through a combination of practice and ... | |
| King Trumpet | 11/18/2008 |
| Q: I have a King Trumpet made by HM WHite, Clev. with a serial number of 120367. It states Artist bore ... A: I believe that your instrument dates to 1925-1930's. Depending on the condition and available ... | |
| Getzen Dizzy | 11/14/2008 |
| Q: I have now more info about the Getzen Dizzy Model... Serial number is SK40733 and the owner say that ... A: The I am not quite sure if there is a "Dizzy" model by Getzen. Anyhow, the model type regardless, I ... | |
| Selmer Trumpet | 11/14/2008 |
| Q: purchased a Invicta Trumpet by Selmer London made in West Germany serial no. 97841. Brass Colour ... A: Unfortunately, there aren't any resources to be able to determine the age of your instrument. ... | |
| Teardrop Lip | 11/14/2008 |
| Q: my name is Hunter and I've been playing trumpet for about 4 years; I'm in 10th grade now. I am great ... A: Since you are able to play the notes sometimes, I do not think that you have a lip condition. Does ... | |
| tone quality | 11/13/2008 |
| Q: Recently I have noticed that I sometimes tend to place more pressure and mouthpiece on my bottom ... A: David, This may be a psychosomatic problem where you could just be psyching yourself out. Or it ... | |
| Monel Pistons | 11/13/2008 |
| Q: I am planning on purchasing a new trumpet, but the 2 trumpets i am looking at are both great, one of ... A: I have never played with Monel valves, save a few times when my friends and I tried different horns. ... | |
| Air Leaks | 11/12/2008 |
| Q: You mentioned in one of your answers that an air leak can ruin a trumpet. How does it ruin it? How ... A: Yes air leaks can be disastrous to an instrument especially if it originates in the valves or ... | |
| trumpet | 11/11/2008 |
| Q: leblanc 707 sonic ser# 15750 what value would u put on this trumpet in very good cond laq wear in ... A: I believe that the Leblanc "Sonic" trumpet is a well playing professional level instrument starting ... | |
| Question about trumpet retaining caps.... | 11/11/2008 |
| Q: My 6th grade son has a used Yamaha student trumpet. It has been playing fine, but right now the ... A: By retaining caps do you mean the valve caps at the bottom of the valves on the trumpet? In order ... | |
| embouchure placement | 11/10/2008 |
| Q: Recently I have noticed that I sometimes tend to place more pressure and mouthpiece on my bottom ... A: To be consistent with embrochure technique, I feel that the mouthpiece should be evenly distributed ... | |
| Range Question | 11/9/2008 |
| Q: I have a question. I'm currently having some trouble with a few aspects. My main issue is range. I ... A: I have gotten a lot of range question. Here is my opinion on range technique: It is all about ... | |
| Conn 16A Cornet | 11/6/2008 |
| Q: I recently picked up the cornet in a pawn shop. The tuning slide is below the second valve slide, ... A: I was chasing a ghost instrument there! I thought we were talking about the Conn Wonderslide Cornet ... | |
| Value of Trumpet | 11/2/2008 |
| Q: I have a trumpet the belongs to my grandfather. It's a silver, Frank Holten and Company serial ... A: I believe your instrument was manufactured in 1917. I have no idea of what condition the instrument ... | |
| Holton Collegiate Trumpet Serial #424895 / 1966 | 10/31/2008 |
| Q: Could you tell me a little about this model, What's it worth , Is it a good Trumpet/ Pro ? ... A: The Holton Collegiate is a trumpet modeled exactly as its named: for college student; which in its ... | |
| Sharp | 10/29/2008 |
| Q: I'm always, always, always sharp. My tuning slide is out about an inch to an inch and a half. I know ... A: Stella, I am glad that you stress about the pitch of your notes. A lot of instrumentalists do not ... | |
| braces off | 10/29/2008 |
| Q: I've been playing the trumpet for three years now. I've had braces on for most of the time, and (not ... A: After much deliberation of this subject in my mind, I do not think that the position of the ... | |
| info about antique trumpet | 10/29/2008 |
| Q: I was wondering if you could tell me the approximate year and possible value of my father's ... A: Your instrument dates to 1917, probably before or while they moved to Elkhorn, Indiana. What are ... | |
| embouchure | 10/28/2008 |
| Q: Vikrant, i have been playing for eight years and not until recently have I noticed my lack of ... A: Apparently, I never hit send and lost the entire answer to yourHere it goes again. I think the ... | |
| Bach Strad | 10/27/2008 |
| Q: Hey. I was wondering if you knew around about guesstimate of how much a Bach Strad sells for. Mine ... A: I am not sure about the year of you Bach Strad, but I know that they hold their value extremely ... | |
| Trumpet/Cornet | 10/27/2008 |
| Q: I recently found an old Cornet in my loft which was my mothers. I think its a Cornet not a Trumpet ... A: I know that the Rose Morris built both coronets and pocket trumpets. They had other makers build ... | |
| braces off | 10/26/2008 |
| Q: I've been playing the trumpet for three years now. I've had braces on for most of the time, and (not ... A: Braces questions have been coming up a lot. Here is my opinion. The fundamental technique of ... | |
| A Few Questions About Range | 10/26/2008 |
| Q: Hey, I have a King 600 trumpet, and I am a Junior in high school. I am using an old Bach 7C ... A: I suspect that individual pedagogy and technique advice may not be your director's strong suit. ... | |
| Trumpet Embouchure | 10/24/2008 |
| Q: About two years ago I got braces, and it was very difficult to play with them. I found that if I ... A: Unfortunately, there is no easy fix to your problem, relearning your instrument can be taxing ... | |
| rebuilding embouchure | 10/23/2008 |
| Q: I played trumpet through grade school and high school. Though I've been an active musician for ... A: After much thought, I still think that you should invest into Jean Baptiste Arban's Complete Method ... | |
| braces are off | 10/21/2008 |
| Q: Hey whats up? I'm not sure if you've gotten questions about braces before, but here it goes... I'm ... A: I have gotten braces type questions before and here is what I feel about this: The fundamental ... | |
| new trumpet or old | 10/17/2008 |
| Q: We have a Blessing silver tone trumpet that is roughly 8 to 10 years old. It is not in bad shape but ... A: The solder fix of the trumpet doesn't concern me as much as the valve sticking. If the sticking is ... | |
| Trumpets | 10/17/2008 |
| Q: I work for www.shopgoodwill.com and know nothing about musical instruments, but we received as a ... A: Since the lacquer is tarnished and it is dented, it would depreciate the value of the instrument. I ... | |
| Bobby DiNicola Mouthpiece | 10/17/2008 |
| Q: I have a DiNicola mouthpiece made for me in 1980. I don't use it anymore because the finish is worn ... A: After researching, I was not able to find any solid information of the Di Nicola mouthpieces. There ... | |
| Holton vintage collegiate Trumpet | 10/16/2008 |
| Q: What is a Collegiate Trumpet? Is it a professional like the model 48 / 45 or is is a beginner? A: The Holton Collegiate trumpet was really built for what the model is named for. The collegiate ... | |
| valves | 10/15/2008 |
| Q: i am trying to take out the valves on my old trumpet but they are stuck what should i do? A: If your valves are stuck, STOP! do not try to force the valves out any further. Whenever you remove ... | |
| lafleur trumpet | 10/15/2008 |
| Q: A friend wanted me to find out about this instrument but I have no clue where to go, so I hope you ... A: The LaFleur trumpet is Boosey & Hawkes student line trumpet that was made by multiple manufacturers. ... | |
| Fuzzy Tone | 10/13/2008 |
| Q: I am in 8th grade, and this is my 3rd year playing trumpet in the school band. I have been 1st chair ... A: Another player had asked me about playing with braces and I believe that the same tips apply to you: ... | |
| Leaning trumpet by myself | 10/13/2008 |
| Q: I just bought my daughter an used Getzen 700s Eterna to start the 4th grader school music program. ... A: Great choice of instrument! Getzens are known to have smooth action valves that last a long time. ... | |
| Bundy Trumpet | 10/11/2008 |
| Q: I recently picked up a trumpet at a sale for my grandson. I would like to know some information ... A: The Bundy trumpet that you have picked up is an instrument manufactured by Selmer. Also, your ... | |
| GRETSCH PATHFINDER | 10/10/2008 |
| Q: I'had this old Trumpet since I was a kid. Thought you might be to tell me more about it. Serial ... A: Your model instrument was not necessarily made by Gretsch. They used to manufacture their ... | |
| trumpet | 10/6/2008 |
| Q: Back in the 1950s I bought a Holton trumpet with a serial number 102816. It is silver plated with ... A: knowing the model makes a world of difference. Next sorry for the late response as I got bogged down ... | |
| Trumpet Range and Tone Exercises | 10/6/2008 |
| Q: I was hoping if you could help me by teaching me any techniques or drills/exercises I can do to ... A: It is all about maintaining a high speed of air velocity through your horn while keeping your lips ... | |
| Few questions about my trumpet | 10/5/2008 |
| Q: I want to play a couple of songs in my book but I can't until I learn how to play an accent. If you ... A: Sup Gman, An accent really is just a marking that defines how you attack a certain note. For ... | |
| trumpet | 9/28/2008 |
| Q: Back in the 1950s I bought a Holton trumpet with a serial number 102816. It is silver plated with ... A: Unfortunately, I cannot estimate the value or the model with only a serial number description. I ... | |
| trumpet range | 9/24/2008 |
| Q: i have played the trumpet for 8 years and my highest note is a F above a high C. i purchesed a ... A: Since you are a veteran trumpet player, let me be blunt with you. There are no mouthpieces that will ... | |
| Mouthpiece suggerstions for a vintage C trumpet | 9/20/2008 |
| Q: Howdy, I have a 1958 Couesnon Monopole Conservatoires C trumpet that I really like, but I think the ... A: Great Question. I really like the depth of your question. We will delve into the nuances of cross ... | |
| developing my "chops" | 9/20/2008 |
| Q: When i practice my flexibility exercises I get tired in the upper registers.Should I stop and rest ... A: It all depends on the type of exercise you are doing. If you are training endurance, then you need ... | |
| Embouchure | 9/16/2008 |
| Q: In my school bands, I was one of the better trumpet players. However, my embouchure was poor. I ... A: It is unfortunate that your braces are affecting your trumpet playing. Although I have never had to ... | |
| range and trumpet issue | 9/8/2008 |
| Q: Really i have tow questions.. first. i have played trumpet for 8 years, i am now a senior and ... A: Really good questions. About your marching band trumpet troubles. I think that a combination of the ... | |
| Embouchure | 9/8/2008 |
| Q: Vikrant, I believe this is an embouchure problem, but my playing never seems to be consistent, some ... A: I wasn't clear. Is the problem sporadically re-occurring? Or have you had problems with this partial ... | |
| 2003 Bach omega | 9/7/2008 |
| Q: I am not really sure if you are the one I should be asking but I am going to go ahead and ask. I ... A: The Bach Omega really is an oxy-moron of a move by the Selmer company. They were designed as a ... | |
| Trumpet quality and value | 9/6/2008 |
| Q: I just purchased a Bach Strad 180-43 S/N 139041 on eBay for $935.00 The seller is allowing for a ... A: I hope your trial period is not over! The 180 Bach Strad is a well known and well revered ... | |
| Selmer 3567 | 9/6/2008 |
| Q: I have a 10 year old that is going to learn to play the trumpet. I have a Selmer that is in great ... A: Trumpets under the Selmer name are the hardest to find information for because there have been so ... | |
| How much is this trumpet worth? | 9/6/2008 |
| Q: My boss has this Pan American, all silver trumpet. The serial number is 152694, it has a cool design ... A: I believe that your Pan American Trumpet model was produced between 1946 to 1947. Under a light, ... | |
| Benge 60 B | 9/5/2008 |
| Q: I usually chat with Mike but he's inaccessible. What can you tell me about the 60? I had one come my ... A: The Benge that you have came across with the year that you have was produced in the UMI era of ... | |
| types of trumpets | 9/5/2008 |
| Q: I am looking on e-bay for a used trumpet. I am very confused. One is a Bach Bundy, one is a Bach ... A: I empathize with your dilemma. So the history goes: Vincent Bach Corp. made trumpet like the ... | |
| Bach serial number | 9/4/2008 |
| Q: I'm looking for a trumpet for my niece. By daughter plays trumpet and has a Bach TR200. I have been ... A: I do not know much about serial numbers of Bach's student trumpet line. I know that the student ... | |
| Barrington Trumpet | 9/4/2008 |
| Q: My sons are going into beginning band. They both want to play a trumpet and I have trying to find ... A: Sources say that the Barrington Trumpet Student series is a Chinese manufactured instrument. Even ... | |
| valve positions on Scholastic Blessing Trumpet | 9/2/2008 |
| Q: The valves on my 6th grade son's recently purchased used scholastic Blessing trumpet keep plugging ... A: How long ago did you purchase the Blessing? If it wasn't a while ago, take it back to that shop and ... | |
| tempo trumpet | 8/31/2008 |
| Q: I purchased the trumpet at a resale shop. The serial number on it is 257669 could you give me some ... A: Again, I apologize, multiple sources confirm that serial number to be in the 1941-1942 range. ... | |
| playing the trumpet by ear | 8/30/2008 |
| Q: I can play most songs by ear in A flat B flat C Eflat I cannot find the right notes for songs not ... A: Malcolm, Because a major scale exists for every note, there are ideally 15 distinct, written major ... | |
| york and sons cornet | 8/30/2008 |
| Q: A friend of mine has a york and sons cornet supposedly dated 1907 and I was just curious about a ... A: I am no coronet expert, but here are the things I can tell you. The vintage coronet that you have in ... | |
| playing the trumpet by ear | 8/27/2008 |
| Q: I can play most songs by ear in A flat B flat C Eflat I cannot find the right notes for songs not ... A: First, I want to say that playing by ear is an excellent musician trait. Unfortunately for me, I ... | |
| new trumpet | 8/26/2008 |
| Q: I'm a high school trumpet player and I need a new trumpet. I am probably going to be first chair ... A: I am glad that the trumpet tradition connects one generation to another. If you are looking to buy a ... | |
| holton t-101 | 8/26/2008 |
| Q: I have the chance to purchase a holton T101 trumpet, any info on the horn, good bad or? I am not ... A: The Holton T101 trumpet is an excellent trumpet with great reviews. From my understanding, the ... | |
| bach mercedes II | 8/26/2008 |
| Q: I just bought a used Bach Mercedes II for my son. I wondered if I got a good deal. It has a few ... A: Understand that it is a student model horn and not rare at all. If the condition of the instrument ... | |
| warm up and down | 8/25/2008 |
| Q: Can you suggest a good warm up and cool down? Thanks A: There a few things I do when I warm up. I start by playing a mid G and playing long tones slowly go ... | |
| Holton Maynard Ferguson ST307 | 8/25/2008 |
| Q: I'm looking to find the inside scope on the production of the Maynard Ferguson ST307 trumpet. I was ... A: I believe that the Holton MF ST307 is no longer in production. I know that Selmer eventually bought ... | |
| bach trumpet model | 8/24/2008 |
| Q: I have a bach trumpet that I used in middle school. I want to sell it however I have no idea what ... A: I believe that your instrument was manufactured between 1965-1966. I really am not a pure expert a ... | |
| bach mercedes II | 8/22/2008 |
| Q: I just bought a used Bach Mercedes II for my son. I wondered if I got a good deal. It has a few ... A: The Bach Mercedes II were developed in the 70's as a little bit better student model trumpet. The ... | |
| History of Buescher True Tone Trumpet | 8/21/2008 |
| Q: I recently obtained my father's Buescher True Tone Trumpet. I have the following information: ... A: I apologize for a delayed response. The serial number on your instrument indicates that it was made ... | |
| new trumpet | 8/21/2008 |
| Q: I'm a high school trumpet player and I need a new trumpet. I am probably going to be first chair ... A: Unfortunately, buying a trumpet is a lot like buying a car. You cannot come into a car shop and say ... | |
| Buying a 2nd trumpet | 8/19/2008 |
| Q: I am a 6th year trumpet student in highschool and I'm looking to buy a used trumpet. I already have ... A: Since you have dedicated yourself to the trumpet and you have decided to buy a used horn, I would ... | |
| high notes and trumpet | 8/19/2008 |
| Q: ...I've been playing for 15 years and the highest note I can sometimes hit is a G over high C. You ... A: I understand the frustration of having young blood show you up sometimes. First, I think you need to ... | |
| Vincent Bach Trumpet Mercury model | 8/18/2008 |
| Q: I have a trumpet I first started playing when I was 7, I'm 45 now. This is a Vincent Bach Mercury ... A: I know that the your instrument was bought before Selmer bought Vincent Bach's name; which dates it ... | |
| Burbank Trumpet | 8/18/2008 |
| Q: I have a Burbank Trumpet here. The serial # is: 1182 and I was wondering when you think it was made ... A: Your Burbank trumpet is an instrument is a derivative of Kanstul Musical Instruments and Benge. Zig ... | |
| Fingered diagrams of the trumpet scales | 8/18/2008 |
| Q: Could you please send me diagrams of how to finger the scales of the trumpet?Thank you A: I am surprised to see that the internet does not have this readily available. Therefore, I will ... | |
| Benge 65B vs Getzen 490 Trumpet | 8/17/2008 |
| Q: I am considering purchasing a Benge 65B trumpet in very good condition or a new Getzen 490 trumpet. ... A: Let me say that I have not played with either horn before. In my opinion, the Benge is slightly ... | |
| Trumpet | 8/17/2008 |
| Q: I'm hoping you can answer a question about a vintage trumpet my wife got from her dad who is 73 ... A: From my resources, the Bundy trumpet that you have should have been made in 1922. This is ... | |
| The trumpet | 8/17/2008 |
| Q: What note is the highest note that can be played on the trumpet? and how is this note achieved. A: Great question. Complicated answer. There is a lot involved with this question and I want to ... | |
| gold trumpet, bach #715205 | 8/16/2008 |
| Q: you could help me. I bought this from trumpet teacher who is in the "Jack Daniels Silver Cornet ... A: It is hard to determine information on any Selmer product because they have bought out so many ... | |
| Vincent Bach Trumpet Mercury model | 8/16/2008 |
| Q: I have a trumpet I first started playing when I was 7, I'm 45 now. This is a Vincent Bach Mercury ... A: According to a few sources, the serial number you have provided dates your instrument in between ... | |
| Elkhart Baronet Model Old ! | 8/16/2008 |
| Q: HELP ! I have a silver marked Baronet on the bell,Elkhart Ind,serial # 30730 this came from my moms ... A: Tony, These baronets are very rare to find since they are vintage C.G. Conn instruments. I have ... | |
| Elkhart Baronet Model Old ! | 8/16/2008 |
| Q: HELP ! I have a silver marked Baronet on the bell,Elkhart Ind,serial # 30730 this came from my moms ... A: The reason why I said trumpet was because I volunteered for the trumpet section here on allexperts. ... | |
| The trumpet | 8/15/2008 |
| Q: What is the difference between a trumpet designed for Jazz and a trumpet designed for Orchestral ... A: Great Question, Complicated Answer. Let me begin by saying that the ideal trumpet is one that ... | |
| Vintage bundy trumpet | 8/15/2008 |
| Q: I'm hoping you can answer a question about a vintage trumpet my wife got from her dad who is 73 ... A: I believe this is a question I had answered. But here is a repeat: From my resources, the Bundy ... | |
| valve oil | 8/12/2008 |
| Q: can I make valve oil for the trumpet I don't usually have time to go and buy it and if I can what is ... A: Okay, I want to express how important your valves are to your trumpet. You can dent any part of the ... | |
| trumpet question | 8/12/2008 |
| Q: I'm looking at getting a trumpet for my son, it's his first year trying out the trumpet and I can ... A: If your son is a beginning trumpet player, you should invest in renting a trumpet for a couple of ... | |
| valve slide | 8/11/2008 |
| Q: I haven't been playing trumpet long, and the valve slide that you hold with your left hand fell off ... A: First remove the slide, next make sure that you haven't dented the inner slide sleeves. If they are ... | |
| Elkhart Baronet Model Old ! | 8/11/2008 |
| Q: HELP ! I have a silver marked Baronet on the bell,Elkhart Ind,serial # 30730 this came from my moms ... A: After exhaustively searching for a trumpet that matches your description, I realized that the ... | |
| Trumpet age / value? | 8/10/2008 |
| Q: I am looking for further information on a silver trumpet - Yamaha YTR 4325S. If memory serves ... A: The Yamaha YTR 4325S is an intermediate level trumpet. I think that Yamaha does not manufacture this ... | |
| intermediate level trumpets | 8/10/2008 |
| Q: I recently started playing trumpet again after a 30-year break. I bought an inexpensive gruskin off ... A: What kind of music do you play? Are you looking for an all around instrument? What are your future ... | |
| buying first trumpet | 8/9/2008 |
| Q: My some is starting trumpet in 4th grade. Looking at rs berkeleys starting at 459.00 to 585.00. ... A: If you are a beginning trumpet player, you should invest in renting a trumpet for a couple of years ... | |
| Blessing trumpet #34350 4 3/4" bell STANDARD | 8/9/2008 |
| Q: This trumpet was used by grandpa. I think it was new before WWII. The lacquer is peeling but it ... A: Your Blessing Trumpet dates to sometime between 1935 to 1946. Blessing Trumpets made in that era ... | |
| Frank Horton Trumpet value | 8/7/2008 |
| Q: I recently found a trumpet that had been given to my Dad. It is a Frank Horton 14165 New Proportion ... A: I believe that this trumpet is a Frank Holton & Co. Horn. Officially a member of the John Phillip ... | |
| How much can my trumpet sell for? | 8/6/2008 |
| Q: I have a mid-90's Bach strad, gold plated, standard weight with a 72 bell and 43 lead pipe. It's an ... A: I have seen used Bach Strads go from anywhere between $800.00 to $1500.00 or more depending on what ... | |
| Piccolo Trumpet--Selmer paris | 8/5/2008 |
| Q: Any idea of the value?---4 valve Silver--#700260 A: What key is the piccolo trumpet? I believe that the instrument is post 1990's and it may be ... | |
| how much is my horn worth? | 8/2/2008 |
| Q: I have a 19955-56 Olds Ambassador Coronet with the Fullerton marking on the bell. How much is this ... A: Olds Ambassador Coronet with a Fullerton marking with its serial numbers in the 19,000's denotes ... | |
| cornet | 8/1/2008 |
| Q: can you advise any info on the cornet? It is definitely Ab, DYNASTY USA E HAELMAN on Bell. S/N E ... A: All Dynasty USA instruments are geared for marching brass implementation. This is quite a popular ... | |
| Olds Cornet | 7/28/2008 |
| Q: I'm in possession of my Father's Olds Special cornet (#7025). I'm pretty sure he financed college ... A: It is unfortunate that the horn is frozen stuck. All you really need to do is oil and grease up the ... | |
| Practice cool down | 7/27/2008 |
| Q: I practice from 30 to 45 minutes each day. My practice consists of 3 exercises - pedal tones, scales ... A: My first cool down exercise is one that involves slurring intervals from high to low. Normally I ... | |
| cleaning valve ports on trumpet | 7/24/2008 |
| Q: Can you tell me the best way to clean the ports on the valves of my trumpet? I picked up a used ... A: I too have corrosion problems on my student Yamaha in my valves. Unfortunately, I have not found a ... | |
| tone | 7/24/2008 |
| Q: I bought a used horn and have been playing 30-40 minutes a day for a couple of months now. The past ... A: First, you should try to narrow down the condition of where you start hearing the problem. Is it ... | |
| trumpet brand | 7/23/2008 |
| Q: Hey Mike.. you ever heard of a trumpet brand.. Remstein 495 ? That is what is on the bell of my ... A: Honestly, I have never heard of a Remstein 495 Model trumpet before. It sounds like your valves ... | |
| Missing second valve | 7/20/2008 |
| Q: I have a 1956 Conn coprion trumpet with a missing second valve. I am in need of a replacement that ... A: I apologize Jim, After looking, I was not able to find places where you can buy a replacement ... | |
| plugged bell | 7/20/2008 |
| Q: My son inadvertently place his trumpet onto a trombone stand and the rubber stopper atop the stand ... A: This is something that you can attempt yourself. If the following doesn't get it out (or if you get ... | |
| Value of a Coronet | 7/16/2008 |
| Q: My husband has a coronet that we want to sell and I have tried to find info about it online but not ... A: it took me a while to answer a previous question and I got set back. Anyhow, in regards to your ... | |
| TRUMPETS | 7/16/2008 |
| Q: CAN YOU SUGGEST WHAT WOULD BE A GOOD TRUMPET TO BUY FOR MY SON. HE IS IN THE HIGH SCHOOL BAND, HAD ... A: Here are some suggestions about trumpet shopping: Unfortunately, buying a trumpet is a lot like ... | |
| not practicing | 7/13/2008 |
| Q: hey thanks for your time. i have recently been away on vacation for a week and was not able to bring ... A: The reason why your chops feel tired can be because you are trying to practice at the same intensity ... | |
| Trumpet Value | 7/12/2008 |
| Q: What is the value of my son's Jean Baptiste Trumpet (3 yrs old) brand new JTP 680 gold A: I was a bit confused with yourare you asking me what the price of the horn is brand new? or the ... | |
| trumpet key? | 7/8/2008 |
| Q: Someone gave my son a used Bach Mercedes II trumpet, serial number 570557. I'm trying to find out ... A: The easiest way to determine the key of the trumpet is to try to play the lowest non-static, ... | |
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I can answer question about trumpet playing techniques and general musicianmanship. I have great insight on the characteristics of good trumpet playing. I can answer questions that cover good tone, expanding range, sustaining endurance, and breakdown practice techniques. I can also answer questions about trumpet maintenance and small repairs applicable to brass instrumentation. I can also discuss general brass playing techniques. Since, I recently graduated from college, I am not able to answer questions that are in the post-university level of this genre.
Experience
15 years of playing trumpet-from elementary school to college graduation. 1 year of playing fluegelhorn. 1 quarter of playing baritone horn. 1 season of bass drum in percussion ensemble.
Organizations
Cal Poly Mustang Marching Band- 7 seasons
Cal Poly Mustang Pep Band- 5 seasons
Cal Poly Wind Orchestra/Ensembles- 6 years
Cal Poly Brass Ensembles- 3 years
Cal Poly University Jazz Band- 1 year
IHS Cavalry Marching Band- 4 seasons
IHS Symphonic Band- 3 years
IHS Jazz Band- 2 years
Education/Credentials
B.S. Electrical Engineering, Cal Poly San Luis Obispo
2.5 years of private trumpet lessons.
Collegiate musician in jazz, pep, marching, wind orchestra and brass ensembles.
High school musician in jazz, marching, and symphonies.
Awards and Honors
Cal Poly Mustang Marching Band- Lead Drill Designer- 5 years
Cal Poly Wind Orchestra- Principal Trumpet- 2 years
IHS Jazz Band- Lead Trumpet- 1 year
IHS Cavalry Marching Band- Co-Section Leader- 1 season
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