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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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. ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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. ...
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| 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, ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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, ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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. ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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. ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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. ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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. ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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. ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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. ...
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| 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: ...
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| 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. ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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, ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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. ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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. ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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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