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About Mike Pawul
(Top Expert on this page)

Expertise
I am familiar with most trumpets, cornets, and flugelhorns. I can answer most questions about playing and musicality. Best of all, if I can't answer it directly I play regularly in five bands and have several "old timers" that are familiar with most things that I am not. I collect, repair, and refinish old horns and have sold over 350 with more than 230 on ebay

Experience
I have played since 1965 and studied with many directors and trumpeters. I have been collecting since 2002 and have over 150 horns in my personal collection. I have done repair and refinsh since 2003 and have done over 500 horns.

Organizations
Kosair Shrine Brass Band and Dance Band, The Notables, The Mello Tones, Bourbon City Brass Band, River Cities Concert Band, University of Louisville Community Band, Member of Trumpet Players International Network (TPIN), Buglers Across America (BAA),

Education/Credentials
I played at Brunswick High School. I played through college and have a BS in Business Administration from Trinity College.

Awards and Honors
Without being vain, numerous awards and have played in several honor bands.

   

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In Category  Trumpet

SubjectDate Asked

old trumpet10/6/2008
  Q: My son is starting to play the same trumpet that I played in midddle and high school. We didn't ...
  A: Ken, Yale was a name used by a few companies. Most likely your horn was made by York and stenciled ...
American Challenger Trumpet10/6/2008
  Q: I recently bought in a garage sale a well used but playable brass/silver plate AMERICAN CHALLENGER ...
  A: John, Lyons was a company that did repair and sales in Chicago from 1930 to about 1950. No records ...
King Tempo cornet10/5/2008
  Q: I recently bought a King Tempo cornet pretty cheap off an auction site. It has the serial 437663 ...
  A: Mari, The Tempo was an intermediate level horn that was made by King. They were designed to compete ...
Selmer cornet10/5/2008
  Q: I have a selmer cornet that I got from my parents in the early 1960's. It has a thumb key that ...
  A: Greg, The Selmer Paris K-Modified is a good pro model that is well regarded by players. The LB ...
1924 Buescher true tone model A10/5/2008
  Q: I recently acquired a very tarnished Buescher True Tone. It serial # is 159xxx which I believe dates ...
  A: Ken, The 10-22 was one of Buescher's most popular models. The extra tuning slide section (with the ...
doc severinsen 1000B #S5508410/4/2008
  Q: My daughter is using this trumpet that a friend let her use. Is this a good trumpet for her to use ...
  A: Karen, After Doc left Getzen he had a very short stop at Conn. This was the horn that Conn put out ...
the burbank trumpet #132610/4/2008
  Q: hai ,mike,while i was cleaning up my trumpet,i found some little writing on a few places .For ...
  A: John, You have a piece of music history there. When Zig Kanstul left Olds he still wanted to run a ...
60’s K-Modified Selmer 24B10/3/2008
  Q: I noticed you wrote that the pistons had numbers on them...such as 10 -11 -12 depending on the ...
  A: Louis, I have not seen any reference to the letters anywhere. Several people I have talked to said ...
Holton Stratodyne10/3/2008
  Q: I am currently looking at a silver 1955 Holton Stratodyne trumpet. It has a first slide trigger and ...
  A: Sam, The Stratodyne is a pro horn and plays very well. It will blend pretty well into any music ...
55 Besson 8-10 trumpet valve guides?10/2/2008
  Q: haven't consulted with you for some time. I play in a good community band here in Kalamazoo and you ...
  A: David, Besson went out of business as part of Boosey and Hawkes in 2006. The company was purchased ...
Super olds crack10/1/2008
  Q: Mike: Our small repair shop repaired a badly crushed bell on a Super Olds trumpet leaving a 3" ...
  A: Bruce, I am sorry that it cracked that bad. Unfortunately there are no more bells left for that ...
teaching10/1/2008
  Q: I am a retired choir director who has been talked out of retirement to teach Middle school band. ...
  A: Becky, The world needs more teachers! I am glad you came back to teach young people again! As far as ...
Jet-tone T-2 cornet mouthpiece9/30/2008
  Q: I have a Jet-tone t-2 cornet mouthpiece and don't know anything. Can you tell me about it, when it ...
  A: Sam, Here is the Jet Tone description of the T2: One of the most sought after mouthpieces in the ...
Al Hurt Trumpet9/29/2008
  Q: my father owns a LeBlanc trumpet that was once used by Al Hurt. It has Al Hurts name and the names ...
  A: Cat, It is a rare and collectable horn. I can't begin to give you a price since I don't know what ...
Weimar Brass Trumpet9/29/2008
  Q: Could you tell me about the Weimar Brass Trumpet? Would it be a suitable brand for my 9yr. old ...
  A: Stacey, If you desire her to have the horn for a few years and then throw it away then it is an ok ...
burbank trumpet9/28/2008
  Q: I to own a Burbank trumpet {601}nr1326 wat can you tell me about this trumpet?and if i want to sell ...
  A: John, It is a horn that could be one of three timelines. I need a bit more info to give you a better ...
Conn CONNstellation 52BSP Trumpet.9/26/2008
  Q: Is the Conn CONNstellation 52BSP Trumpet good? The music store guy told me that it had a reverse ...
  A: Kevin, Conn has gone through some great years and some down years. Their horns have almost always ...
K&H Trumpet9/25/2008
  Q: Mike, My grandfather gave me my fisrt trumpet some 35+ years ago, a Stadium Mark 3, Seial Number ...
  A: It is true that many intermediate level horns are student models with more nickel or slightly better ...
Meyers trumpet9/24/2008
  Q: I was wondering what you think about the Meyers trumpet ( I'm not sure how to spell it but it ...
  A: Kim, I am not sure what the spelling is but I have no reference of that brand. The newer Olds horns ...
Wurlitzer Lyric Trumpet9/23/2008
  Q: I have had the trumpet for over 20 years and know nothing about it. My eight year old Daughter asked ...
  A: Stephan, Sorry for the delay but the hurricane took out our power for 12 days. Then I was sent out ...
K&H Trumpet9/22/2008
  Q: Mike, My grandfather gave me my fisrt trumpet some 35+ years ago, a Stadium Mark 3, Seial Number ...
  A: Chris, I am sorry for the delay but the hurricane knocked my power out and we have been without for ...
how old is it9/21/2008
  Q: i have a olds ambassador trumpet serial #a39383 how old is it
  A: I picked up your question from the pool since it hasn't been answered yet. The horn you have dates ...
Conn CONNstellation 52BSP Trumpet.9/20/2008
  Q: Is the Conn CONNstellation 52BSP Trumpet good? The music store guy told me that it had a reverse ...
  A: Kevin, I am sorry for the delay but the hurricane knocked my power out and we have been without for ...
Conn Silver trumpet9/19/2008
  Q: I own a silver Conn trumpet. I can't find a model number but the s/n is 317967 and is stamped on ...
  A: Ralph, I am sorry for the delay but the hurricane knocked my power out and we have been without for ...
Silvertone Trumpet9/18/2008
  Q: I have a Silvertone Trumpet that my son is no longer using. It has a serial number of 161445 on it. ...
  A: Tanya, I am sorry for the delay but the hurricane knocked my power out and we have been without for ...
Martin imperial9/18/2008
  Q: I bought a trumpet Martin imperial but there is no serial number, do you know why? Is it better or ...
  A: Marc, I am sorry for the delay but the hurricane knocked my power out and we have been without for 9 ...
Blessing ML-19/17/2008
  Q: My grandfather is an avid trumpet player, and so as a surprise I am thinking about getting him a ...
  A: Eric, I am sorry for the delay but the hurricane knocked my power out and we have been without for 9 ...
Pain while playing9/16/2008
  Q: I am a highschool trumpet player who recently started playing 1st trumpet in our stage band. I ...
  A: Winona, I am sorry for the delay but the hurricane knocked my power out and we have been without ...
Good trumpet brand9/15/2008
  Q: i was wondering if a cecillio, mendini, crescent, or tristar trumpet would be good. I currently hav ...
  A: Nick, I am sorry for the delay but the hurricane knocked my power out and we have been without for ...
boosey hawkes 606 used9/15/2008
  Q: firstly i would like to say what a wonderful site this is, and also very helpful, people such as ...
  A: Ian, I am sorry for the delay but the hurricane knocked my power out and we have been without for 9 ...
1970 King Brass Trumpet9/15/2008
  Q: I had a 1970 King Brass Trumpet with a hard black case with red velvet on the interior. the trumpet ...
  A: Mark, I am sorry for the delay but the hurricane knocked my power out and we have been without for 7 ...
f.hoerth trumpet9/14/2008
  Q: I have a trumpet handed down through the family.it has beautiful designs through out the entire ...
  A: John, I am sorry for the delay but the hurricane knocked my power out and we have been without for 7 ...
Buescher trumpet9/14/2008
  Q: Mike, I am trying to decipher the markings on a silver Buescher True tone... the serial number is ...
  A: David, I am sorry for the delay but the hurricane knocked my power out and we have been without for ...
Bach Trumpet9/13/2008
  Q: I have a Bach trumpet that was purchased in the 1970s and is in good shape. We are not going to use ...
  A: Richard, I am sorry for the delay but the hurricane knocked my power out and we have been without ...
returning to the trumpet9/13/2008
  Q: Fourty five years ago I played the trumpet well enouth to make the NJ All State Band twice. I am ...
  A: Richard, I am sorry for the delay but the hurricane knocked my power out and we have been without ...
Mystery Trumpet9/13/2008
  Q: I played in Junior High 30 years ago; now my daughter wants to play my old horn. The repair guy ...
  A: Rick, I am sorry for the delay but the hurricane knocked my power out and we have been without for 7 ...
Holton Trumpet9/12/2008
  Q: I am deciding wether to purchase a old trumpet It is a special holton trumpet with a signature on ...
  A: Lorrie, I am sorry for the delay but the hurricane knocked my power out and we have been without for ...
Flugelhorn value and reputation9/10/2008
  Q: Mike - I bought a LeBlanc 885 flugelhorn .412 bore (silver) new in 1978 for $440. Upgraded several ...
  A: Jeff, They were made by Courtois for LeBlanc and are average playing at best. Courtois is not known ...
Standard EK. Blessing, Elkhart, IN #444249/10/2008
  Q: My father gave my son (a beginning trumpet student) his trumpet he played in high school (around ...
  A: Eileen, The Standard line was the intermediate level of horn through the 1950's. Your horn dates to ...
inhaling valve oil?9/9/2008
  Q: I don't know if you're the right person to ask this to. If not, can you tell me who I should ask. ...
  A: Drew, There are several types of valve oil on the market. Most are petroleum based and have been for ...
Selmer trumpet9/9/2008
  Q: I have a Selmer US trumpet that has the number 3567 on the second key. Could you give me a little ...
  A: Kurt, The horn is an early Selmer and would date to the 1930's. They are not terribly rare and are ...
Bach Stradivarius trumpet9/8/2008
  Q: I believe I contacted you in June about the value of my granddaughters Roth Reynolds trumpet ($100 - ...
  A: Sylvia, It sounds like a fair deal. You can keep the horn polished where the silver is worn away and ...
bundy trumpet9/7/2008
  Q: Can you help me with this. Also back in the 1970's I had a Bach Strad and purchased a mouthpiece by ...
  A: Mary, Your Bundy dates to about 1994 or so. The Severnson mouthpiece was a signature piece and it ...
King Trumpet serial #3249289/7/2008
  Q: I am thinking of buying a used King trumpet serial #324928 for my son to start in band. The seller ...
  A: Kate, It depends on how much wear the horn has on it. The King brand has gone through serial number ...
MERITAS trumpet9/6/2008
  Q: I have a MERITAS trumpet made in west Germany serial number 60971 I cant find any info on it it is ...
  A: Suzanne, Most likely it is a Kuhnl & Hoyer made horn. That would date it to between the late 1950's ...
step up trumpet from HoltonST550s MF9/5/2008
  Q: My son, 8th grade, plays trumpet - his favorite thing to do - practices 6 hours a week. 6th grade ...
  A: If the Director is a Bach guy then he would most likely want him to get a 43 or 72 bell Strad. They ...
Besson cornet9/5/2008
  Q: At age 48 I have decided to become a trumpet player again. I still have my first horn and I was ...
  A: Rob. Congrats on your comeback! The world always needs trumpet players. You have an intermediate ...
Trumpet9/4/2008
  Q: I have a Professional J.W. Dork and Sons trumpet from Grand Rapid MI. It has a number 9260 on it has ...
  A: Sue, You have a J W York and Sons horn. I would believe it is a cornet rather than a trumpet. The ...
Antique Besson trumpet9/4/2008
  Q: Mr. Pawul, My mom turned up an old Besson trumpet, and I'd like to see what you might be able to ...
  A: Brad, The horn is most likely a cornet and not a trumpet. The serial number dates it to about 1908 ...
1970's King Musical Instruments Silver Liberty9/3/2008
  Q: I got this while I was in Highschool. Can't seem to find any info about it online. It is silver, ...
  A: Tom, The Liberty was one of the top King lines up until the Silver Flair appeared in the 1960's. ...
step up trumpet from HoltonST550s MF9/3/2008
  Q: My son, 8th grade, plays trumpet - his favorite thing to do - practices 6 hours a week. 6th grade ...
  A: Darryl, He is playing a pro horn now. I am not sure what you mean by step up from that. The 550 is a ...
Getzen Eterna vs. Eterna II trumpet9/2/2008
  Q: I just bought a nice Getzen 700 Eterna trumpet for my son for $450. It was made in 1997 and ...
  A: Tom, I am really at a loss to explain why Getzen keeps changing the 700 numbers and titles. They ...
purchasing a new trumpet9/1/2008
  Q: Our son has been playing the trumpet since 6th grade (he is now beginning his 10th grade). He ...
  A: Lisa, I would suggest the following horns as a next step for him. They are all intermedaite to low ...
Identification of a Besson trumpet8/31/2008
  Q: I'm the lucky owner of an old trumpet which I got from an elderly lady whose late husband was a ...
  A: Thomas, It is a low grade pro model and is worthy of restoration. The International was made by some ...
Conn 61B Trumpet8/30/2008
  Q: My wife is selling her mint condition Conn 61B. It is a gold lustre finish . I did some research and ...
  A: Paul, The 61B is a decent intermediate level to low pro horn. Gold lacquer was the most common ...
King 6008/30/2008
  Q: my name is Harli. I'm from Indonesia. I just bought a used King 600 (s/n 808555) for IDR 825,000 ...
  A: Harli, The 600 is a good student model that was made by King. The serial number dates the horn to ...
1912 trumpet???8/30/2008
  Q: I have a trumpet I purchased at an estate sale and I tried to take it to my local music store to ...
  A: Brittany, The Elkhart brand was started in 1924 and then owned by Buescher after 1929. The serial ...
Continental Colonial Trumpet Serial # 2525328/29/2008
  Q: Today my 8 year old daughter signed up for band, and she chose the trumpet. When we stopped by my ...
  A: Luanne, The Colonial was made by Conn for them. They actually were a outlet for Conn products. The ...
Valve condition rating, Bach 37's and Similar8/29/2008
  Q: Greetings and thank you for providing such a great resource for those of us in the dark corner of ...
  A: Mike, The questions you ask are great! First, the 37 is a nice darker horn and will be a good all ...
American Standard Cornet8/28/2008
  Q: I just inherited a badly-tarnished silver-plated cornet with no apparent dents, dings or scratches. ...
  A: Roger, The horn has different values depending on the year it was made. The Am Std was a step down ...
Benge flugelhorn8/28/2008
  Q: I have a Benge Flugelhorn serial #321xx,Resno Tempered Bell, 5, custom built by E-Benge Los Angeles, ...
  A: Deborah, It is a wonderful horn and well worth $1000. It would date to 1979 and was built in Los ...
King Cleveland Trumpet8/27/2008
  Q: How would you rate a King Cleveland Trumpet S/N: 197460?
  A: Elaine, The Cleveland was a great student model that played like an advanced intermediate level ...
King Silver Liberty Trumpet serial # 2266428/26/2008
  Q: I have a King Silver Liberty trumpet that was my father's. He played in the mid 1950's with it. ...
  A: Susie, The Liberty was the top of the line for King in the 1930's. Your horn dates to 1939 or so. If ...
Conn Connstellation Cornet8/26/2008
  Q: I have an old Cornet that we purchased new in the mid-50's. It has served me and my two sons through ...
  A: Ken, The horn is of some value for parts. The Coprion bells are not made anymore and there are ...
Silver Conn Trumpet8/25/2008
  Q: When I was in High school and through part of college I played a variety of valved treble-clef ...
  A: Tom, Sorry I was called out of town for the last week. I believe you played a Conn 38B. That is the ...
trumpet8/25/2008
  Q: I purchased a majestic trumpet from and estate sale and it's in excellent condition,serial ...
  A: Mary, Majestic was a music store stencil name used by a few US companies and a few European ...
Pan American Trumpet8/22/2008
  Q: I have a Pan American Trumpet Serial Number 89271 (Silver in color). In good condition, needs to be ...
  A: Thomas, Pan American was the student arm of Conn. Your horn was built in 1933 in Elkhart Indiana. ...
Bach Strad 37 silver trumpet8/22/2008
  Q: We just purchased this on e bay with the serial number 532709 for just over $800. Was this a good ...
  A: Gayle, I would not have it replated unless you are looking to keep the horn for many years. You will ...
Pan American8/22/2008
  Q: I got a Conn Pioneer trumpet for $45. It is brass and somebody tried to remove the lacquer. The ...
  A: Sam, It depends on what you are going to do with the horn. To play it every day would be worth a ...
New Trumpet Shopping8/21/2008
  Q: I am looking to buy a new professional type horn. I have a Kanstul 610 now and don't care for it too ...
  A: Chad, You have several different levels of horns there. The 52B is a good player (similar to the ...
Paris Selmer Flugelhorns8/21/2008
  Q: I'm looking at a 70's era Paris Selmer Flugelhorn on EBay. Do you know anything about these- ...
  A: Mark, I don't have all the specs of the horn so I will have to guess at some of the dimensions. As I ...
King Trumpet8/18/2008
  Q: A friend gave me a King Trumpet/Liberty Model. On the bell it also says H N White. Can't see any ...
  A: Eugene, What a friend you have! The King Liberty was a pro line that was played by many name players ...
SH Trumpet8/18/2008
  Q: I have recently purchased second hand a Yamaha ytr 6335s serial no 201620 could you give me an ...
  A: Philip, Your horn is a pro model by Yamaha but they do not use consecutive serial numbers so dating ...
30" long brass bugle estimate over 50 yrs old. Maybe WW2 vintage or older. no markings found.8/18/2008
  Q: Trying to identify. Its longer than a military calvary bugle. Any idea on how to identify?
  A: Don, I am not sure I get the exact picture of the horn. Is it straight or wound like a bugle? It ...
Trumpet8/17/2008
  Q: I'm hoping you can answer a question about a vintage trumpet my wife got from her dad who is 73 ...
  A: Rob, George Bundy ran Selmer from the 1920's through the 1940's. He started his Bundy line in the ...
Getzen cornet8/17/2008
  Q: I recently purchased a Getzen Eterna cornet, silver plate S/N EC5186. Was wondering if you could ...
  A: Brad, You have one of the sweetest playing cornets of all time. The Eterna 800 is a fantastic horn ...
please help me date this used trumpet8/16/2008
  Q: First - please accept a thank you for doing this service to others with qquestions. Now.....I ...
  A: Penny, The Soloist is a horn that is made for select dealers that can use it to make more margin ...
Olds recording trumpet8/16/2008
  Q: Mike ~ I recently acquired a 1967-68 model Olds recording trumpet for my son to use for high school ...
  A: Jane, Here is two good shops that are in Anaheim. Anaheim Band Instruments www.abimusic.com 504 ...
buying a used trumpet8/15/2008
  Q: I am looking for a good used trumpet on ebay for daughter who is an experienced tuba player. There ...
  A: Celia, The Rivera is a stencil horn and I would advise you to stay away from it. Yamaha makes some ...
upgrade8/15/2008
  Q: I currently play a Bach tr300 and also own a Mercedes II (vintage) I have been playing for three ...
  A: Preston, That is a tough question to answer. It really depends on the amount you want to spend and ...
Couesnon Trumpet8/15/2008
  Q: Looking for info on this trumpet The trumpet has a C stamped near the mouthpiece does that mean in ...
  A: Thomas, Couesnon made over 100 models of trumpets over the years. In the early 1900's they were the ...
New trumpet8/14/2008
  Q: I am going into High School and was thinking about getting a new Bach Straight. I am unsure weather ...
  A: Elizabeth, As long as you find one in good shape you can save a lot of money going with a used one. ...
Horton Galaxy Coronet8/14/2008
  Q: I just bought a used Holton Galaxy Model C401 nickel plated Coronet. What can you tell me about the ...
  A: David, Please realize that you have a cornet. A Coronet was a 1970's car made by Dodge. The Galaxy ...
Bundy trumpet 1440328/14/2008
  Q: Forgot to include the serial number. What year would a Bundy, H & A Selmer trumpet serial number ...
  A: Did you buy it new or used? Does it say "Designed by Vincent Bach"? If not then it would be an ...
Bundy trumpet 1440328/13/2008
  Q: Forgot to include the serial number. What year would a Bundy, H & A Selmer trumpet serial number ...
  A: Mike, That is better. It is impossible to get manufacture dates without a serial number. The Bundy ...
what trumpet to buy8/12/2008
  Q: I am looking to buy a beginner trumpet for my 11 year old son. I can't afford a 400-600.00 trumpet ...
  A: Jane, Truthfully I don't like either of them. In my opinion, they both have a history of valve ...
Conn Director 18B8/12/2008
  Q: I began playing the trumpet in 1983 at which time my parents bought me a Conn Director Model 18B ...
  A: Tammy, The S series was used in 1973 between the new numbering system and the R from 1972. It was ...
vintage silver strad8/12/2008
  Q: I have a silver strad ML 41351 Model 37. Aside from tarnish the horn is in excellent shape, with a ...
  A: Phil, The horn dates somewhere around 1968. It is an early Elkhart and that makes it a bit more ...
Good Ol' Trumpet8/11/2008
  Q: I have an old trumpet I bought for $25 at an estate sale several years back. I cannot seem to find ...
  A: Amando, The Collegiate line has been made by Holton since the 1920's. They were considered basic pro ...
Frank Holton Cornet8/11/2008
  Q: I have picked up a Holton Cornet serial #183153 and has a number 29 stamped in the bell. Can you ...
  A: Dick, The horn dates to 1948. The model 29 was a very nice pro model that Holton started making in ...
Jupiter trumpet quality in the 90's8/11/2008
  Q: hope you had a nice vacation. I am asking this question because I trust your knowledge and read you ...
  A: Mike, I did enjoy my time away and played in a band competition in Nashville for the Southeast ...
dating trumpet8/4/2008
  Q: My Grandfather's sister died awhile back I have just recetnly tried dating a trumpet that was in a ...
  A: Brad, Grand Rapids was a division of York that made instruments that were intermediate and student ...
Bundy Trumpet8/3/2008
  Q: A neighbor pulled out an older looking Bundy trumpet from his garage and offered for my 11yr old son ...
  A: Melissa, It is a Bundy made by Selmer in 1980. They are decent student horns and worth about $150 in ...
Trumpet identification8/3/2008
  Q: I have been looking for an upper intermediate to lower end pro trumpet. I've found a nice sounding ...
  A: Well I believe the Signature was made directly by Getzen for them. Most DEG horns were made by ...
Buescher 4008/3/2008
  Q: What is the different of a Buescher 400 True tone trumpet and the Buescher 400 True tone Cornet?
  A: Adam, The cornet tapers in bore almost the length of the horn. The trumpet stays fairly steady from ...
DATING OF TRUMPET8/2/2008
  Q: Could you possibly date a trumpet I bought recently? Imported into England by Boosey and Hawkes, a ...
  A: Peter, The LaFleur was a student model that was made for B&H by several manufacturers. I believe the ...
trumpet for child8/2/2008
  Q: I am looking for a trumpet for my 11 yr old son who has already played on loaner for a year. We ...
  A: Donna, You have a good range of horns there. The best value is the Blessing. The 127 plays as well ...
olds superstar flugelhorn8/1/2008
  Q: may i know please how plays the Olds Super Star Flugelhorn is a good playing flugel?is it in ...
  A: Sebastian, The Superstar has a flow through design that lines up all the valve ports to make the air ...
Cavalier trumpet7/31/2008
  Q: I received today a Cavalier trumpet I bought on eBay. I played trombone in high school so I know ...
  A: Tamara, The Cavalier was Conn's bottom line of student horns. They use the Pan American serial list ...
Stadium France antique trumpet7/31/2008
  Q: I was recently given a trumpet...on the horn it is engraved: STADIUM and says MADE IN FRANCE. The ...
  A: Debbie, The horn was made by Couesnon in their Paris plant. They did horns in the early to mid ...
Jupiter trumpet 7209477/31/2008
  Q: Could you tell me if this is a decent trumpet for a child to begin lessons? I don't know the ...
  A: Maria, The horn dates to 1988 or 1998. Jupiter uses a system where you add 1 to the first number to ...
Benge value?7/30/2008
  Q: I have a Benge trumpet which is silver plated, bell says "Resno-tempered bell, 3 custom built by ...
  A: John, The 3 model was the most common of the Benge line. The serial number dates the horn to 1977 ...
veril trumpet7/29/2008
  Q: i play trumpet in high school band. i was wondering if you couldtell me if my trumpets brad still ...
  A: Larry, I have no reference to a Veril trumpet. If you can show me a few pictures of the horn and ...
1947 H.N. White King Super-20 S1 Trumpet vs UMI Conn Selmer King Legend Trumpet?7/28/2008
  Q: I am a comeback player,age 58. Right now I have this vintage in great shape Super-20. This med. bore ...
  A: Johnny, Congratulations on your comeback! The world always needs trumpet players. I really like the ...
Yamaha Trumpet YTR 63407/28/2008
  Q: I purchased a silver Yamaha Trumpet YTR 6340 gold plated inside bell and need to know whether I did ...
  A: Paul, The 6340 is a machine made horn. They are fitted by hand but are a mass production item. The ...
The Buescher Trumpet7/28/2008
  Q: I was hoping to take a few minutes of your time. I have received a Gold plated "The Buescher" ...
  A: Brian, The serial number dates your horn to 1932. The Buescher and the 400 were the top of their ...
Brands and models of trumpets7/27/2008
  Q: I have not played my Olds for many years after 19 years of lessons:) I have an Olds Concert master. ...
  A: OK, sorry but your information is confusing... It is engraved on the bell Custom Crafted by ?????? ...
identifying an antique trumpet I found7/27/2008
  Q: I was at a yard sale recently of a man died at 101 years old. He was a musicain in his day. I bought ...
  A: Richard, Boston made instruments from 1868 or so until 1928. They are fairly rare and the value is ...
frank horton7/27/2008
  Q: I have an old silver and gold frank horton trumpet. It has the number 6004 and his signature ...
  A: Ruth, The horn is most likely a long cornet by Holton. They started with mostly cornets in Chicago ...
Found Trumpet at Flea Market7/26/2008
  Q: Mike, we found a trumpet at a flea market. The markings say "Made by The Cleveland, Cleveland ...
  A: Lauren, The Cleveland model was made by The Cleveland Musical Instrument Company. They started in ...
cleaning ports on old valves7/26/2008
  Q: I have a couple of old used horns with a bit of what I think is corrosion inside the valve ...
  A: Chris, It sounds like the corrosion is not based on calcium or lime from playing. You can take a ...
Brands and models of trumpets7/26/2008
  Q: I have not played my Olds for many years after 19 years of lessons:) I have an Olds Concert master. ...
  A: Charlie, I have not seen any reference to a Concert Master series by Olds. I have looked through ...
Olds Cornet Mouthpiece7/25/2008
  Q: I recently acquired an Olds Special Cornet but it has a wide receiver, I would like to get an Olds ...
  A: Martin, Well you have a great horn...and your solution has four options. A. Find an old Olds 3 ...
Yamaha Trumpet YTR 63407/25/2008
  Q: I purchased a silver Yamaha Trumpet YTR 6340 gold plated inside bell and need to know whether I did ...
  A: Paul, The 63xx horns are the standard pro horn by Yamaha. They are nice playing and have good ...
how old is my silvertone? whats it worth?7/22/2008
  Q: i have a silvertone trumpet that was passed down through 4 of my older brothers,my sister,and ...
  A: J. R., The Silvertone was sold by Sears from the 1950's through the 1970's. They had many different ...
martin magna7/22/2008
  Q: may i know please how plays the martin magna large bore(3) by wurlitzer serial number 700xxx? daes ...
  A: Sebastian, The quality was already in decline when Wurlitzer took over. They took the Committee and ...
Olds trumpet & endurance7/22/2008
  Q: I recently stumbled across this site and I've been reading through it and before anything else I ...
  A: Work the tones as high or low as you are comfortable with. I believe someone that can play a high C ...
No matter what I do, I crack7/21/2008
  Q: I've been playing trumpet for two-three years, and I still have a problem with cracking. I've ...
  A: Arlene, I think you are trying to over analyze the situation. You need to work with long tones as ...
trumpets7/20/2008
  Q: hello mike just wanted to know what you think of the getzet eterna tilted bell trumpet is this a pro ...
  A: William, The Eterna Severinsen is a great lead horn, definitely a true pro screamer. The tilt bell ...
gold vs. silver plated7/19/2008
  Q: i have only ever played a silver plated trumpet and a regular lacquered trumpet.the silver has a ...
  A: Rosa, The difference in sound is minimal between silver and gold. The horn must be silver plated for ...
Olds trumpet & endurance7/18/2008
  Q: I recently stumbled across this site and I've been reading through it and before anything else I ...
  A: Jeff, Great job on continuing your music! Endurance is always hard to pinpoint. It could be ...
Fillmore Brothers Cornet7/18/2008
  Q: I have an old Fillmore Brothers Cornet,Rapid Reliance,? My question is do you have any idea of its ...
  A: Gary, Fillmore was a music store in Cincinnati that had horns made for them. They operated in the ...
Hi I have a question...7/16/2008
  Q: I have a True tone trumpet directly beneath this it says trade mark RFE or REE STEPED. What does ...
  A: Tim, The early Buescher True Tone trumpets were all pro horns. You have several questions and I will ...
vintage copper Trumpet7/14/2008
  Q: Since I found this site with your helpful information on trumpets I would like to ask you a question ...
  A: Margarita, The horn looks to be in good shape. I would have liked to see a picture of the valves ...
king trumpet7/14/2008
  Q: I just bought a trumpet off ebay that was listed as a King 600 beginner trumpet. It has no markings ...
  A: The 5 being the same direction as the serial number dates the horn between 1995-2000 since the ...
king trumpet7/13/2008
  Q: I just bought a trumpet off ebay that was listed as a King 600 beginner trumpet. It has no markings ...
  A: Jacqueline, The bell must have been replaced. Probably it was dropped and the bell was crushed to ...
LeBlanc Trumpet7/12/2008
  Q: I have a LeBlanc Trumpet that my parents purchased for me as a child. As I recall, they paid $300 ...
  A: Tom, The value would be determined by the condition of the dents and finish and the work that would ...
used Yamaha trumpet valve problems7/11/2008
  Q: I bought my 4th grader a used Yamaha trumpet model 2335 last fall for $250. Its valves now stick ...
  A: The new Aristocrat is about the same as the Prelude. I like their sound and they seem to be built ...
Refurb King Tempo?7/11/2008
  Q: Mike! I am 51 years old and have just taken up the horn again after a 25-year layoff. I was looking ...
  A: Jim, Congrats for coming back to your horn! Your horn is from the late 1960's and would be one of ...
Mystery Cornet7/11/2008
  Q: I just got a silver Cornet for cheap with no knowledge of the brand. It says "Mello-dee" on the bell ...
  A: Connor, Send me a few pictures of the valves and bell where the numbers are. Also show a picture of ...
used Yamaha trumpet valve problems7/10/2008
  Q: I bought my 4th grader a used Yamaha trumpet model 2335 last fall for $250. Its valves now stick ...
  A: Sara, It is never a bad idea to buy used. But just like a car you must "check under the hood" so to ...
King Master cornet from H.N. White7/9/2008
  Q: I have a King master cornet made by H. N. white. It is very old and could use a really good ...
  A: Matt, The King Master model has long been called the best cornet ever made. Your horn dates to about ...
Martin Trumpet7/8/2008
  Q: I have just purchased a 1962 Martin "Al Hirt Custom" trumpet in pristine condition.It is tritoned in ...
  A: Ian, In Al's early days he played a Committee. The signature horn would have been a joint effort ...
Adjusting to a new trumpet7/7/2008
  Q: I am an amateur trumpet player seeking advice. My playing has never been great but it has reached a ...
  A: That is a very simplified answer. It takes more air for a large bore but you need to control it or ...
vintage trumpet7/7/2008
  Q: MY HUSBAND HAS A CONN TRUMPET HE GOT AT AGE 12; HE WILL BE 90 IN NOV. IT HAS ORIGINAL CASE, HORN IS ...
  A: Ruby, The horn dates to 1934. There should be a number under the pipe where the mouthpiece inserts. ...
Vincent Bach Mercedes II7/7/2008
  Q: Mr Pawul, I have a Vincent Bach Mercedes II, serial # 64415, which I played nearly 20 years ago in ...
  A: Karl, The Mercedes II line was a good intermediate level horn that Selmer sold in the 1970's. Your ...
Trumpet buying for my daughter..7/6/2008
  Q: SilverTone Trumpet. My daughter is on her 2nd year of playing and I have been renting her trumpet. I ...
  A: It is a Chinese horn for sure. The older Silvertones were numbered much higher than that. I wouldn't ...
my very old sivler trumpet7/6/2008
  Q: I have a very old silver trumpet that I would like to know more about. Its a G. Leblanc Pair with a ...
  A: Sara, LeBlanc does not publish their serial number list. For Leblanc Instrument Serial Numbers ...
Getting back on the Trumpet7/5/2008
  Q: I've been playing the trumpet for about 4 years now. But i skipped band in 11th grade and haven't ...
  A: David, It is difficult to increase range quickly. It takes time and patience. Work on your long ...
Elkhart7/5/2008
  Q: i was given a trumpet by my aunt who purchased it for 50p, i would like to know more about it but ...
  A: Jake, Christene Derksen runs the Conn Loyalist website. Go there to match your horn to the pictures. ...
Selmer K modified lightweight7/5/2008
  Q: I have played a Bach Strad 37 since 1968 and recently bought a Selmer K- Modified Lightweight, ...
  A: Mark, The only real difference I have noticed in the lightweight horns is the brightness. The light ...
Trumpet buying for my daughter..7/3/2008
  Q: SilverTone Trumpet. My daughter is on her 2nd year of playing and I have been renting her trumpet. I ...
  A: Vanessa, I need more information from you. Is the Silvertone new or old? Sears sold the Silvertone ...
trumpet woes...7/2/2008
  Q: I know you have heard this all before but here we go. My son has been playing a buescher aristocrat ...
  A: I think you will be surprised by the Schmidt. They play VERY close to a Strad and they are quite a ...
F. Besson Brevetee coronet/trumpet7/2/2008
  Q: We have been helping an elderly man with household chores etc. He offered my son this trumpet with ...
  A: Ed, The Brevetee is most likely a cornet. It dates to about 1870 or so. I wouldn't let him use it ...
Trumpet ?7/1/2008
  Q: I have been asked by a friend that has no computer about a trumpet that he knows about that is ...
  A: Winston, The American Standard brand was one of the student lines that King made. Chris Charvat runs ...
Eastman Trumpet7/1/2008
  Q: ..I have written to you about a week ago for some advise on a trumpet for my son. I have taken my ...
  A: You are very welcome! The Eastman is made in China, but they are good quality horns. I know it ...
Cornet7/1/2008
  Q: I HAVE AN ANTIQUE CORNET. IT WAS MADE BY "GOUMAT" IN AUSTRA, AROUND YEAR 1895 (113 YEARS AGO). IT ...
  A: Rene, How do you know it was made in 1895? Goumat was indeed around that time in Paris France. If it ...
Bach Omega6/30/2008
  Q: I have a Bach Omega that I purchased used (in mint condition) in 2004. The horn is still in very ...
  A: Christina, The Omega was designed as a poor mans Strad. They were quite a bit less but were built ...
Adjusting to a new trumpet6/29/2008
  Q: I am an amateur trumpet player seeking advice. My playing has never been great but it has reached a ...
  A: Mimi, Your teacher has an interesting take on switching horns! That is somewhat correct though, ...
Olds Trumpet6/29/2008
  Q: I have an Olds trumpet that I played in Junior High over 30 years (yuk) ago. I would like to clean ...
  A: Kathy, Take it to a repair tech and they can brite dip it. That will make it look like brass again ...
Question about Trumpet6/29/2008
  Q: Subject: Conn director 18B Question I have a Conn trumpet That I bought .The trumpet is a 18B conn ...
  A: Johni, The 18B was a Director that Conn made into the 1980's. It followed the 16B when it was ...
Trumpet6/28/2008
  Q: I have a trumpet engraved "The Classic Made by Wm Frank Co. Chicago", also has the number 1665 on ...
  A: Roger, The Frank Company made some nice horns from about 1910-1950. Yours should be about 1925 or ...
trumpet woes...6/28/2008
  Q: I know you have heard this all before but here we go. My son has been playing a buescher aristocrat ...
  A: For most of my time here on All Experts I have been the only one answering trumpet questions. I used ...
Selmer Bundy 431532 ML6/28/2008
  Q: I am offered a Selmer Bundy trumpet Nr. 431532 ML. The condition is very used, but nothing severe. ...
  A: Martin, Sorry for the delay I was called out of town unexpectedly. The Bundy was the entry into the ...
B&S Model 1386/28/2008
  Q: Mike, I read an earlier post where you were confident that this trumpet was manufactured in the ...
  A: Pete, Sorry for the delay I was called out of town unexpectedly. I wish I had some more info on the ...
trumpet6/27/2008
  Q: I have this Cavalier since 1964, it chrome in color, the engagement is a person on a horse waving ...
  A: Arsacio, Sorry for the delay I was called out of town unexpectedly. The Cavalier line were student ...
Boosey and Co.6/27/2008
  Q: I just wanted to ask you about the history about Boosey and Co. because I am slowly starting a ...
  A: Youngjin, Sorry for the delay but I was called out of town unexpectedly. Boosey was started as a ...
Deluxe H & A Selmer Bundy, Inc. Trumpet6/27/2008
  Q: I bought this trumpet about 8 years ago and don't know much about it. It has the number- 5952 on the ...
  A: Laura, You have one of the first Bundy horns. Since Selmer had several makers building them for sale ...
trumpet woes...6/27/2008
  Q: I know you have heard this all before but here we go. My son has been playing a buescher aristocrat ...
  A: Zach, I would never say you went cheap for him to learn. I never suggest someone buy a new pro horn ...
Buescher 400 serial6/26/2008
  Q: I am trying to establish the age and perhaps value of a Buescher Bb trumpet. The serial number is ...
  A: John, The 400 was one of Buescher's top lines. They are great players and well thought of by ...
Vintage Blessing Artist Model6/26/2008
  Q: I have a Blessing artist model trumpet with the serial number of 40881, and I am wondering how much ...
  A: Kim, Clifford Brown made the Artist model famous in the 1940's. They are pro horns that have a dark ...
hanging horns6/26/2008
  Q: Being somewhat lazy I would like to leave several horns "on display" instead of stashed in their ...
  A: Brad, I think that is a good idea. I have 4 hanging in my practice room on hooks. I used the larger ...
B&S Markneukirchen Klingenthal trumpet6/25/2008
  Q: my stepdad bought me this trumpet over 25 years ago, it was 2nd hand at that time an he paid around ...
  A: Micky, B&S does not publish their serial numbers. I have to give you a guess that it would be from ...
HN White trumpet6/25/2008
  Q: Mike - welcome back. Sent you a message a few weeks ago about a HN White horn that was given to me. ...
  A: Jeff, I have one and they play a lot like the Liberty models. The tone would make it a good jazz ...
martin custom6/25/2008
  Q: may i have please information about a martin trumpet with logo RMC serial number 211xxx,it has also ...
  A: Sebastian, The RMC years were in the early 1960's for Martin. In 1961 Martin became a wholly-owned ...
Intermediate or Pro?6/24/2008
  Q: My son is going to be a sophomore in HS and I would like to purchase a trumpet for him. He has ...
  A: Cathy, You mention three good horns to try. I am partial to the Getzen, since I play one. I like the ...
Schindler Trumpet6/24/2008
  Q: Mike, I'm trying to help the family of a collector, who had many trumpets, who passed away a few ...
  A: Connie, There is a reference to Schindler in the Langwill Index. It just says he had a patent for a ...
Conn USA Trumpet - brass and gold6/18/2008
  Q: I have a trumpet that was bought in the 1950's, Conn USA is stenciled on the trumpet. IT is brass ...
  A: Patty, Without knowing the model and the particulars of the horn it is almost impossible to give you ...
Bach Strad valve Spring Vibrations6/17/2008
  Q: I recently purchased a used Bach Strad, perhaps 18 yrs old, but in perfect condition. However, the ...
  A: Dave, There could be a few different problems. The springs may be the incorrect length and are ...
Trumpet selection6/17/2008
  Q: My son is 17 and has been playing the trumpet for 5 years in school. He wants a new trumpet, and ...
  A: Michelle, Good questions! First he needs to decide on what type of music he plays the most. ...
Selmer Trumpet6/17/2008
  Q: I have a French Selmer Gold, needs main valve to be unstuck! Suggestions please elmer
  A: Elmer, Take it to the closest repair person where you live. If you try to unstick it you could (and ...
Boosey & Hawkes trumpet6/16/2008
  Q: I was wondering if you could give me a bit of info n a trumpet i have just purchased. It's a B&H ...
  A: Meesha, The serial dates it to about 1973-1974. B&H made some very nice horns and some that were not ...
Bach 3EW mouthpiece6/16/2008
  Q: Reading your earlier answer to a question about switching mouthpieces, you mentioned playing a 3EW ...
  A: Johnathon, I have had my 3EW for several years now. Since the strike Bach has not been able to ...
Beaumont trumpet6/15/2008
  Q: Do you know anything about these? It seems like a decent horn, a little engraving, transposable ...
  A: Bill, The name is a stencil name used by a music store or company as a generic brand. It sounds like ...
King Cleveland 6006/14/2008
  Q: I just purchased a KIng Cleveland 600 serial number 560173. I went to the HN White website ...
  A: Sorry Bill for the late answer. I left this question because it was so long and forgot to go back to ...
1946 Selmer Paris trumpet6/14/2008
  Q: I'm considering buy a 1946 Selmer Paris trumpet. It is in very good condition. I was wondering your ...
  A: Ken, The standard Selmer model is a pro level horn. They are well thought of by collectors and many ...
French LeBlanc Hirt model6/14/2008
  Q: Mike, I know there's not much reliable information on LeBlanc...something about the factory burning, ...
  A: Bob, Most of the LeBlanc Paris horns were built by Courtois. The Courtois models and Al Hirt ...
help on getting new trumpet6/13/2008
  Q: hey, i have been playing for three years already and its time i get a new horn unfortunately i ...
  A: Danny, There are so many choices it is mind boggling! It depends on what type of music you are going ...
Besson Trumpet overhauled/restored6/13/2008
  Q: I have a Besson Trumpet: #454816 - I don't know if this serial number is late 1890's or early ...
  A: Mike, The 2/20 was a decent low pro model that was made by Besson after they were bought by Boosey ...
Pan American horn6/12/2008
  Q: My husband brought home from the dump a Pan American made in Elkhart Indiana ( I think Trumpet, but ...
  A: Amy, Pan American was made by Conn and is a good student line. It could be a cornet or trumpet based ...
1668 Selmer K-Modified6/12/2008
  Q: Can you give me any history or specifications about the 1968 Selmer K- Modified? I'm playing on one ...
  A: Sean, It was Keith Ecker who designed the K-Modified model for Selmer in the 1960's. Selmer produced ...
What kind of trumpet6/11/2008
  Q: My son is going into the 8th grade and is in what they call Honor Band. He has a Conn trumpet now, ...
  A: OK, you need to go at least to the Bach 200 to have an intermediate level horn. The 300 is a student ...
DIRECTOR TRUMPET?6/10/2008
  Q: MY GRANDFATHER SENT HIS CONN DIRECTOR TRUMPET FOR MY SON TO LEARN HOW TO PLAY, HE SAID IT'S PROBABLY ...
  A: Stacy, The Director series was a good student line made by Conn. The horn you have was made in 1965. ...
valuation6/10/2008
  Q: just wondered if you could give us some information about a trumpet we have its says STARLINE made ...
  A: Emma, Rudall was the oldest maker in the UK. They started as Rudall Rose Carte and Co in about 1780. ...
raw brass finish6/9/2008
  Q: Mike, Is there a real health risk to playing a raw brass trumpet? And are there any advantages in ...
  A: It really depends on the type and age of the lacquer. Yamaha and King have used epoxy lacquer for ...
raw brass finish6/9/2008
  Q: Mike, Is there a real health risk to playing a raw brass trumpet? And are there any advantages in ...
  A: Don, Raw brass can have an effect on some people. Usually it is the ones who play on a mouthpiece ...
leblanc trumpet6/8/2008
  Q: I have been the original owner of a leblanc-paris trumpet since about 1970. silver plated, with ...
  A: Phillip, The Gozzo model was designed by Conrad Gozzo. He was a great big band player who was noted ...
Trumpet repair6/7/2008
  Q: I would like to learn to repair Wind instruments. I just bought a King 600 trumpet for $10.00, and ...
  A: Cindy, It takes a few years and lots of money to become a tech. There aren't a lot of books out to ...
Olds Ambassador/Bach Lead Pipe6/7/2008
  Q: Looking at an LA era Olds Ambassador with a Bach 25 lead pipe for my son who is ready to move up ...
  A: Denise, A lot of players think it opens up the horn to a free blow without being stuffy. The sound ...
trying to find out information about a trumpet6/6/2008
  Q: I found a trumpet engraved with the name M. Koriot, the number 1192, and "made in Germany." Does ...
  A: James, M. Koriat was a stencil name used to sell in a few dealers around the US. They were made by ...
Benge Trumpet6/6/2008
  Q: I have a old trumpet I purchased about 1974 and played in High School. Have not played since. What ...
  A: Kevin, Benge made nice pro level horns in their LA factory. Ebay has many of them listed and most ...
1937 Henri Selmer Trumpet6/6/2008
  Q: I have a 1937 Henri Selmer Trumpet that is in pretty good condition, however it's missing a couple ...
  A: Tim, I am not sure where you are located but Robb Stewart is in California ...
Conn Ambassador Trumpet6/5/2008
  Q: I have a Conn Ambassador trumpet, with a fairly detailed engraving on the bell, a shiny silver ...
  A: Gore, I would need to see a picture of the horn including the engraving and a picture of the valve ...
brass - York tuba6/5/2008
  Q: Another question about our inherited instruments: a polished brass tuba "Made by J. W. York and ...
  A: Sue, I am not an expert on the tuba but will try to give you some info on it. First, I believe it is ...
Grandpa's old trumpet6/5/2008
  Q: I've had my grandfathers old trumpet sitting around for years and always wondered about it't history ...
  A: Eric, Henri Farny was a maker in Paris in the early 1900's. There are no records of his horns and ...
single radius tuning slide6/5/2008
  Q: What changes does a single-radius tuning slide make when replacing a "square" or dual-radius tuning ...
  A: Roger, The rounded slide produces a bit less turbulence and a slightly brighter sound. The D or ...
Gaylord Trumpet6/4/2008
  Q: I have a Gaylord Trumpet that my parents purchased for me in 1957 or 1958. It was bought for $40 ...
  A: Norma, Gaylord was a stencil for a music house. They were made by a few different makers, with ...
i need help with trumpets!!6/3/2008
  Q: when was the trumpet invented?
  A: baljajl, The trumpet is one of the oldest instruments. The very early ones were made of animal ...
old bugle6/3/2008
  Q: I have picked up an old straight bugle made by Boosey & Hawkes. It is copper with brass reinforcing ...
  A: Neil, B&H made bugles for many years in various forms. When you say straight do you mean like a ...
Buying a new professional trumpet6/3/2008
  Q: My son has been taking trumpet lessons for 6 years and he is ready to upgrade his trumpet. I know ...
  A: Juanita, Buying a pro horn is a matter of taste more than price. He needs to play as many different ...
Huttl trumpet?6/2/2008
  Q: I just got my hands on a Huttl trumpet, serial # 55087 with a silver bell, but I can't seem to find ...
  A: Rick, Huttl was in business from the 1878 to about 1970. They made horns from student level to pro. ...
Used Holton Trumpet6/2/2008
  Q: I'm currently looking for a good trumpet for my son to start on. He's been playing the flute for 2 ...
  A: Karen, If it is in good shape the price is good. The horn is a T602 which is their standard student ...
Centurion trumpet6/1/2008
  Q: I have very much enjoyed reading your answer's to our horn questions and was hoping to get your ...
  A: Kevin, Jupiter started making a Centurion trumpet model in the early 1980's. Your serial number ...
Brass Cornet (1800's, probably 1890)5/31/2008
  Q: (Mike, thanks for the recent previous answer to the trumpet!) We also inherited a brass cornet with ...
  A: Sue, Your horn is a rare presentation model cornet. The fact that you know the owner, when it was ...
My valves stick even after lapping5/31/2008
  Q: Hey Mike; I want to use CLR to soak a 67 Olds Ambassador Trumpet I bought on ebay, to remove old ...
  A: Randy, I like your initiative to fix your own horn. I usually don't use the toothpaste method ...
Old trumpet identification5/31/2008
  Q: I was given an old B flat/C trumpet. It is B flat and you can turn a metal wheel on it to close off ...
  A: Jeff, I am giving you a link to the H N White website so you can see the history and determine if ...
Gretsch Pathfinder5/30/2008
  Q: I was given a trumpet a few years ago, before I went on tour in Europe with the Ambassadors of Music ...
  A: It depends on who made it for them. If Conn made it the horn dates to about 1925. If a Buescher it ...
Gretsch Pathfinder5/30/2008
  Q: I was given a trumpet a few years ago, before I went on tour in Europe with the Ambassadors of Music ...
  A: Daniel, My son did the Ambassadors tour in 2005. A great experience even though he sang and didn't ...
trumpet/purchase5/28/2008
  Q: I am not familiar with trumpets. I have a son that wants to play the trumpet. I have learned from ...
  A: Valerie, I like the ML-1 and think they are good intermediate level horns. I also like the Getzen ...
worksble heat range for removing dents from brass instruments5/28/2008
  Q: I hope you may be able to answer this question. What is the optimum temperature for dent removal on ...
  A: Ian, Are you making a horn or just removing dents? Most dents can be removed at room temperature. ...
Mouthpiece5/27/2008
  Q: Be flattered, not annoyed, that I am back with one more question this month! Can you explain the ...
  A: Spatts, Sorry I had to work some overtime the last few days and haven't had time to answer questions ...
j w york & son cornet5/26/2008
  Q: I have a perfec-tone serial #39090. Can you tell me when it was made. It is is great condition. ...
  A: Laurie, You have a great old cornet. They play well and are built like tanks. The serial dates your ...
Purchasing a cornet5/25/2008
  Q: I played a King Cornet in High School many years ago and have decided to play again in my church. I ...
  A: Patty, I like the King 603 model and it is pretty easy to find. You can usually find a fairly nice ...
JW York and Sons B flat Base Tuba5/25/2008
  Q: We have a solid silver tuba manufactured by JW York and Sons of Grand Rapids Michigan. Serial ...
  A: Selwyn, York made very good horns in their early years. I can't say exactly what it would be worth ...
Slovenian made trumpet5/24/2008
  Q: I used to play Bach's for a number of years when I was young in school but unfortunately had to sell ...
  A: Peter, In the late 1800's there were many brass makers in Bohemia. After WWI that became ...
Yamaha 23205/24/2008
  Q: I just bought a Yamaha 2320 (Ebay) for my son, who just completed his first year of band. We had ...
  A: Red rot are small spots that look like blisters. They have a red color and they are actually the ...
VALUE OF TRUMPET5/23/2008
  Q: MY WIFE HAD A TRUMPET HANDED DOWN TO HER FROM HER GRANDMOTHER. IT IS SILVER WITH GOLD PLATED KING ...
  A: Robert, I can't tell you the age since you didn't give a serial number. King did many gold plated ...
York trumpet w/shepard's crook5/23/2008
  Q: Mike, You've been such a great help so far in my search for a vintage trumpet. All your responses ...
  A: Dennis, If it is mint and you like the way it sounds it is an ok price. Refurbished horns can be ...
bugles5/23/2008
  Q: Not sure if you have experience with bugles but here it goes. I am a volunteer with "Bugles Across ...
  A: It takes a good month to determine if a mouthpiece is a good choice. Play it with the Eb daily for ...
Reconditioning Old Horns5/22/2008
  Q: How does one locate a reliable craftsman to recondition an old horn. I have an old Martin Committee ...
  A: Mike, Here is a shop that does good work and is close to you. Stu's Music 723 Baltimore Blvd. ...
colegiate trumpet5/22/2008
  Q: yes i have a collegiate trumpet it has Collegiate engraved in in it also says elkhorn,wis engraved ...
  A: Richard, The serial dates your horn to 1966. The Collegiate was a solid heavy horn at that time and ...
Yamaha 23205/22/2008
  Q: I just bought a Yamaha 2320 (Ebay) for my son, who just completed his first year of band. We had ...
  A: Bill, The 2320 is a good student horn. The only problem I have seen with the older ones was red rot ...
trumpet5/21/2008
  Q: i have a selmer deville trumpet i bought about 3 years ago. serial no. 46054. i just want to know a ...
  A: Matt, The Deville is a nice playing pro model that Selmer made many of. The serial dates the horn to ...
The Buescher True Tone5/21/2008
  Q: You have alot of information and knowledge. Hope you can help. The last owner of our house left a ...
  A: Don, The True Tone was a designation that Buescher used on their pro horns. The horn was made during ...
rocket cornet5/20/2008
  Q: I have a cornet made in Elkhart Ind. in the 40's. It is likely a STUDENT stencil with the nam ...
  A: Jerry, you may be correct. The old horns are very tough to track when there are no records. It is ...
getzen 90 deluxe5/20/2008
  Q: I've just bought a old Getzen Deluxe 90 and wanted to try and date it , it's in pretty good ...
  A: Matt, It is always great to hear another player has made a comeback. I love the Getzen 90 and it was ...
Bundy Trumpet5/20/2008
  Q: I just got a Bundy trumpet and I am having a hard time finding info about it's age. I was hoping ...
  A: Dave, Bundy was the entry student horn for Selmer-Bach for over 30 years. There are thousands out ...
Trumpet Mouthpieces5/19/2008
  Q: I am teaching myself to play. I have two mouthpieces, one a vincent Bach 7C which is quieter when ...
  A: John, Both are standard pieces. It really depends on the horn and year it was made. Some Conn pieces ...
Louis Armstrong's trumpet5/19/2008
  Q: Mike, I know that Louis started out learning on a cornet. But when did he switch to trumpet and ...
  A: Don, that is a good question. I am always interested in learning what people played in the past and ...
bugles5/19/2008
  Q: Not sure if you have experience with bugles but here it goes. I am a volunteer with "Bugles Across ...
  A: Brad, Jupiter builds some very nice horns. My only concern in the past has been their valve fits. ...
Question about fingerings for first octave scales.5/18/2008
  Q: My school has me trying out for middle school band next year and i have tried almost every website ...
  A: Ok, here are a few links for you to go to for info that you need. Here are the scales: ...
worth of old trumpet5/18/2008
  Q: Mike, My father has an old trumpet he is thinking of selling. It is in good condition and has these ...
  A: Doli, Cleveland was the student models made by King. The horn dates to 1967-1968 or so. They are ...
rocket cornet5/18/2008
  Q: I have a cornet made in Elkhart Ind. in the 40's. It is likely a STUDENT stencil with the nam ...
  A: Jerry, Over the years I have had several rocket cornets. Nobody has been able, so far, to tell me ...
Olds studio trumpet5/17/2008
  Q: My boys needed better trumpets and I've always been an Olds fan. I recently purchased an Olds ...
  A: Spatts, Thanks for the comments! I use several references to Olds serials and they all differ ...
What trumpet to buy?5/16/2008
  Q: The son of a friend of mine, who is 6 years old now, has been keen to play the trumpet since he was ...
  A: Kristi, Thanks for your comments! At that early age I suggest a cornet rather than a trumpet. It is ...
Selmer Sterling london trumpet5/16/2008
  Q: Could you let know some information about the Selmer Sterling London Trumpet and where could I buy ...
  A: Mike, Selmer London has been gone for a while. Sorry but I don't have a picture of one. The horn is ...
first student horn5/16/2008
  Q: Mike, The time has finally come to pick my daughter's first student horn! The model the school ...
  A: Chris, I am sold on Getzen horns! I play an Eterna II 700 and love it dearly. The 390 compares with ...
Buescher 400 Trumpet5/15/2008
  Q: Good day, For about the last 45 years I have owned a trumpet that was bought, used, for me when I ...
  A: Jim, The 400 was one of the top lines made by Buescher in the 1930-1950 period. They are considered ...
switching from trumpet to cornet5/15/2008
  Q: I am a jazz player and have recently bought a cornet,old style,but having ?pitching problems, am ...
  A: David, I am glad to hear you have bought an old horn. The majority of them deserve saving and being ...
Trumpet recognition5/15/2008
  Q: Could you give me any info regarding a silver trumpet that has a bar on the tuning slide with a ...
  A: Dave, I have seen a few US makers use an R but they always have serial numbers and some engraving on ...
Differences in makes5/13/2008
  Q: I am looking for a trumpet on e-bay. I notices some that say Bach and some that say Selmar Bach. Is ...
  A: Sandy, There are some horns on Ebay that have tried to imitate the Bach name. Three that come to ...
Hueller or Huller?5/13/2008
  Q: I came across this ad on Craigslist and was wondering if you knew anything about them. I've heard of ...
  A: Dennis, I can't find a reference to a Hueller anywhere. I am sure it is a misprint that should be ...
Orsi trumpet5/12/2008
  Q: I've had an ORSI silver colored trumpet (or coronet) for the past 50 yrs, still in original ...
  A: William, Orsi doesn't publish their serial numbers so it is hard to determine a date of manufacture. ...
Mouthpiece for a Holton 602 Trumpet5/12/2008
  Q: Mike, I have just purchased a used Holton 602 Trumpet that does not come with a mouthpiece. I am a ...
  A: Don, It really depends on what year it was made. Anything after the mid 1960's will take a normal ...
Buescher Trumpet5/11/2008
  Q: I found a Buescher trumpet for sell at a good price. I don't no much of Buescher trumpets. Theres a ...
  A: Arthur, The 10-22 was a pro model when it was made. The serial makes the horn manufacture year 1926. ...
Getzen5/11/2008
  Q: Hey Mike, I'm looking to buy a trumpet on ebay and I'm trying to decide between a Getzen 300, a ...
  A: Alex, Since this will be your first trumpet I need to ask a few questions first. How long have you ...
Old Cornet info and repair . . .5/11/2008
  Q: Mike, I have two old cornets that have been in the family for a while. I'm looking for basic info ...
  A: Darin, The Bundy might cost more to fix than it is worth. The bell needs to be removed and rolled ...
relacqering old trumpet5/11/2008
  Q: I read your answer to Steve on 1/17/07. Well, I am a crazy DIY and have bought a couple of older ...
  A: Bill, I think you are just as crazy as I am about trumpets! I started about the same way as you and ...
Vintage Trumpet Lyric for Wurlitzer5/10/2008
  Q: My father recently passed away and left behind a brass trumpet. It is beautifully engraved "Lyric ...
  A: Dottie, Most likely the horn was made by Conn for them. The serial number dates it to about 1939. ...
Trumpet5/10/2008
  Q: I have a "Custom Built atWurlitzer Exclusively Trumpet, serial number 173121. My mother bought me ...
  A: Joe, By using your serial I believe that it was made for them by Conn or Martin. The serial number ...
Knights of Cydonia5/10/2008
  Q: I heard Knights of Cydonia by Muse on the radio and it had this awesome trumpet solo in the middle. ...
  A: Patrick, I don't know of anyone who has the solo transcribed. You might try Greatscores or ...
bad trumpet sound5/9/2008
  Q: I just rented my son a yamaha trumpet yesterday for middle school band. It seemed great yesterday. ...
  A: Stefani, The valve is not seated in the casing correctly. Slightly turn the valve each direction ...
info on vintage cornet5/9/2008
  Q: I own a cornet (and played in the 60's) that was my father's (now 80 yrs old). He had his own dance ...
  A: Joyce, The cornet is a pro horn that was made in 1928. The Custom Aristocrat plays deep and mellow. ...
F.W. York & Son Trumpet5/8/2008
  Q: In c.1964, I was given an old brass trumpet which was old even then. I'm guessing about 75 years ...
  A: James, The horn was considered a pro model in its time. The crook means that it is fairly rare and ...
Buescher trumpet5/8/2008
  Q: Mike- I picked up a Buescher trumpet at a garage sale. the serial number is 49693 and also has 37B ...
  A: Kammie, The 37B was a much sold horn for Buescher. They were the standard trumpet for several years ...
Old Cornet info and repair . . .5/8/2008
  Q: Mike, I have two old cornets that have been in the family for a while. I'm looking for basic info ...
  A: Darin, The Bundy isn't worth a lot but the horns from the 1930's like yours play very well. The ...
E K Blessing Cornet5/7/2008
  Q: Can you date a E K Blessing Cornet with a serial # of 9564 for me? In average condition what do you ...
  A: Jack, You have one of the very early Blessing models. It dates somewhere around 1913. There isn't a ...
rotary valve trumpet5/7/2008
  Q: I have a Bb German rotary valve trumpet by B&S Markneukirchen ca. 1985 #135499 could you please tell ...
  A: Kim, The B&S company was rolled into JA Musik GmbH and doesn't produce rotary under their name ...
12A Cornet5/6/2008
  Q: I have a 1952 Conn Cornet model 12A Ser# 412xxx It is in good condition all slides and vaules work. ...
  A: Ron, If you are selling on Ebay then show clear close pictures of it. Start the bidding about $50 ...
Vintage Bundy Trumpet5/6/2008
  Q: I have a bundy trumpet by H&A Selmer of Elkhart Ind.I contacted CONN Selmer and they said it was ...
  A: Greg, Unfortunately there really isn't a way for me to know which exact model you have. Bundy used ...
Holton Collegiate Trumpet5/6/2008
  Q: I have an easy one for you. I'm looking to purchase a used 602 Trumpet for my son who is just in his ...
  A: Tina, The 602 has several different features like a first valve throw, silver plate, and where it is ...
Blessing trumpet value5/5/2008
  Q: I have recently obtained a Blessing Scholastic trumpet. I do not know how old it is, how can I find ...
  A: Mike, The Scholastic is a student horn that is built solid and plays very well. Here is a link for ...
trumpet purchase5/5/2008
  Q: Sir, I am looking at purchasing a starter trumpet for my son. What do you know about the Haydn, ...
  A: Thomas, They are all made in China horns that won't suit him in the long run. Most kids want a shiny ...
b&s trumpet5/5/2008
  Q: Mike! I have just bought a trumpet with the text " B&S, Markneukirchen, Klingenthal" engraved on the ...
  A: Lars, B&S is a very old company that still makes the Challenger line of trumpets. I am not sure when ...
Classic 1937 Continental Colonial Trumpet, by Conn5/4/2008
  Q: i am thinking about buying this item the serial is 123xx4 and is in a 8.8/10 condition with original ...
  A: Zach, The horn should be a decent player. Most likely it is based on the 22B Conn model from that ...
Trumpet5/4/2008
  Q: I found this old trumpet and was wondering about how old it is and what the value might be? Its a ...
  A: KB, The horn dates to 1948. It could be a long model cornet or a trumpet. Visit the Conn Loyalist ...
model of trumpet5/3/2008
  Q: I have just bought an Blessing used instrument (with the recommendation of a trumpet player) for my ...
  A: Alex, The S series is a student line that Blessing has made overseas to compete with some of the ...
holton trumpet5/3/2008
  Q: I have recently acquired a ERH by Frank Holton Trumpet serial # 20752...my wife found a reference ...
  A: Jacob, Holton had their serial numbers roll over in the 1990's. I would have to see a picture of the ...
I've never had this happen before.5/2/2008
  Q: Last week in orchestra, I was on fire! I played better than I had ever played in my life. All this ...
  A: Stephen, There is a general rule that you will never know why you play better one day than the next. ...
King Cornet Tempo & Clevland King Trumpet & LA Benge Trumpet5/1/2008
  Q: I have a mint King Tempo Cornet with the H. N. White Co. engraving on the bell. The number on the ...
  A: I don't suggest a chem clean more than every other year. If you can find a shop that does sonic ...
gautrot brevete, cousenon cornet 18895/1/2008
  Q: I have possessed a silver coloured cornet, gautrot brevete with the inscription G and A and ...
  A: Stuart, Gautrot made some wonderful old cornets. His horns were pro models and have the warm British ...
Bach Mercedes Trumpets5/1/2008
  Q: Can you tell me the difference between a Bach Mercedes I and a Bach Mercedes II? How are they ...
  A: Dan, It is possible that the horn is a Mercedes I. Bach would still do a few special orders during ...
Henri Selmer Trumpet4/30/2008
  Q: Any suggestions as to how to sell a 1939 Henri Selmer silver plated, Grands Prix, etc., etc. ...
  A: John, The horn is far overpriced for Ebay. You could try the Trumpet Herald or Trumpet Master ...
King Cornet Tempo & Clevland King Trumpet & LA Benge Trumpet4/30/2008
  Q: I have a mint King Tempo Cornet with the H. N. White Co. engraving on the bell. The number on the ...
  A: Marla, The Tempo was designed off the Silver Flair to be a pro horn at a affordable price for ...
Bach Mercedes Trumpets4/30/2008
  Q: Can you tell me the difference between a Bach Mercedes I and a Bach Mercedes II? How are they ...
  A: Dan, The Mercedes I was made from Strad parts and is almost the same as a Strad. The II model is a ...
Reynolds -Argenia serial # 61745 LB4/29/2008
  Q: My neighbor passed on and I was given his trumpet. Is it a good model? I have cleaned it up as it ...
  A: Anthony, It is good to hear that you have started up on God's instrument. The trumpet you have is a ...
conrad gozzo model leblanc trumpet4/29/2008
  Q: this trumpet has been in our family for over 40 yrs and i was wondering what this trumpet would be ...
  A: Jeff, The more work that is needed the less it will sell for. They are fairly rare to find and that ...
Instrument values4/29/2008
  Q: I have been given a King Model 650 Flugel Horn, Serial Number 42 397788 and would like to know its ...
  A: Roy, The flugel dates to 1992. They are decent players and are worth about $500 in mint shape. The ...
bach tr3004/28/2008
  Q: i'm looking at one of the above. the seriel number is B83507. i'd like to know is it worth A$340. it ...
  A: Peter, The 300 is one of the better student horns that Bach makes. They play well and are built ...
Keefer Trumpet4/17/2008
  Q: My son just found a trumpet at a consignment shop and purchased it for $50.00. We are a musical ...
  A: Matt, I am not sure what model of horn it is. Keefer made several models and most were pro horns. ...
Corrosion on tuning/valve slides4/16/2008
  Q: Greetings! I am a middle school band director (and a woodwind player to boot), and as our students ...
  A: JM, I usually don't suggest this but I feel you are a responsible adult. Mix CLR (Calcium-Lime-Rust ...
Holton Trumpet4/16/2008
  Q: I have a Holton Trumpet model 51-LB serial # 236902 This is the horn I learned on, and it has a lot ...
  A: Joe, The 51 was the "Revelation" model. It has a large bore, hence the LB designation. The 51 model ...
Value of Trumphet4/15/2008
  Q: I have an old trumphet (silver in color) and would like to know the age and value of it. On the ...
  A: Alma, The trumpet dates to about 1968. It is a low level pro horn that is nickel plated, not silver. ...
F. Besson Cornet4/14/2008
  Q: I have a sterling silver Besson cornet that has come down through my fathers family. There is a ...
  A: Peter, The horn you have is a pro model from early in the Besson history. The cornet dates to 1890 ...
welding, Getzen - Severinson4/14/2008
  Q: My trumpet needs to have the brackets between the mouthpiece and tuning slide, welded. I am very ...
  A: Paul, Putting the brace back on is a simple solder operation that most repair techs have done many ...
Thin tone, lack of flexibility, lack of endurance4/14/2008
  Q: I have a question. I'm in college as of now, and I've always had a faulty embouchure. I can't ...
  A: Joe, Seek out your trumpet prof and get their help determining the problem. There are a lot of books ...
Bach Stradivarius Model 37? model #?4/14/2008
  Q: I have had a Bach Stradivarius trumpet for several years now...about six or seven I believe. For a ...
  A: Taylor, Your horn dates to about 1999. The 37 bell is the most popular along with the 72. ML means ...
Trumpet studies4/13/2008
  Q: I'm a trumpet artist from Germany. I want to spend a half year or a year in the United States ...
  A: Mario, I am not sure where you are going in the US. You can contact a local College or University ...
Conn NY Symphony Special4/12/2008
  Q: I have a trumpet marked "N.Y. SYMP. SPEC." on the mouthpiece receiver with S/N 312940 on the second ...
  A: That depends on what sound you want. Harry James played a Parduba 5 star and they are double cupped. ...
Buescher True Tone4/12/2008
  Q: Mike, I was a high school trumpet player (back in the early 80’s). My parents bought me an old ...
  A: Jo Ann, The True Tone series were all pro level horns. Your dating is correct to 1943. Some of the ...
Trumpet and pocket Cornet??4/11/2008
  Q: I have a Reynolds Medalist serial #112809 and a Dulcet pocket Cornet ser #0563 I guess. I know the ...
  A: Byron, The Medalist is a great student horn and plays very well. Your horn dates to about 1963 or ...
Conn 61B trumpet4/11/2008
  Q: I found a Conn 61B trumpet at a reasonable price and I had some questions before I decide weather or ...
  A: Art, The 61B is a good intermediate to low pro level horn. They had a first slide ring that inserted ...
Capitol silver or nickel plate trumpet4/11/2008
  Q: Can you tell me about a trumpet which was either silver or nickel plated which says Capitol, ...
  A: Steven, Capitol was a stencil from Harry Pedler Co. The serial would date the horn to about 1921. It ...
Piccolo trumpet4/10/2008
  Q: I own a brass piccolo trumpet, with the manufacturer name "Majestic" and some beautifull leaves ...
  A: Lars, The Majestic name was used by Wurlitzer on some of their top horns. They had several companies ...
Conn NY Symphony Special4/8/2008
  Q: I have a trumpet marked "N.Y. SYMP. SPEC." on the mouthpiece receiver with S/N 312940 on the second ...
  A: Jim, The Symphony Special was a 22B with extra nickel. It also has the braces in different locations ...
Boosey & Co. "Solbron" Bb/A trumpet4/8/2008
  Q: I just purchased a Boosey & Co. "Solbron" trumpet on eBay. Engraved on the bell is: ...
  A: Alan, The Solbrun was the top model from Boosey. They were pro level and well built. The serial on ...
Boosey Trumpet4/8/2008
  Q: I've got a trumpet that I purchased as part of a business I used to own. Doing some research on the ...
  A: Bill, The Solbrun was the top Boosey model of cornet. The serial number dates the horn to 1906, so ...
LeBlanc Paris Trumpet4/7/2008
  Q: Ran across your December answer concernin LeBlanc Paris Trumpet, I have mbeen playi