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A Trumpeter's DREAM Setup: How I Optimized my Tone Zone
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BUILD YOUR OWN MUTE APPARATUS - www.jontalkstrumpet.com/mute-apparatus
DREAM SETUP WEB ARTICLE - www.jontalkstrumpet.com/setup
Huge thanks to the friends that appeared in and contributed to this video - Sam Huss, Colin Benton, Erica Cice, Amy Orsinger Whitehead, and Tom Burge - as well as to my colleagues in the trumpet section in the Charlotte Symphony, Alex Wilborn and Gabriel Slesinger, for being so patient with all of my setup experimentations over the last few years. Love you all!
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RENOVATING my 100-YEAR-OLD Besson Bb/A Trumpet
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This video is sponsored by Vennture Mouthpieces! Use my coupon code THEOLDMAN to get 10% off anything from Vennture Mouthpieces (and to help support my channel) - explore all the possibilities at www.vennture.mp This year, my 1923 London Besson Bb/A Trumpet turned 100 years old! To honor this milestone, I decided to showcase a few features I had added make this vintage trumpet play more like a ...
The HIGHEST trumpets ever made? The C Piccolo Trumpet
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This video is sponsored by Vennture Mouthpieces. Get 10% off any Brass Vennture Mouthpiece order with my unique coupon code TINYTOOTER at checkout on vennture.mp - and each purchase also helps support my channel! In this episode, I talk all about the *highest* member of the valved trumpet family - the high C piccolo trumpet! These tiny tooters are positively thrilling to play - if you can negot...
Bud Herseth & Phil Smith's Mouthpiece MASH-UP? Yamaha Bob Sullivan Trumpet Mouthpiece
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This video is sponsored by Vennture Mouthpieces. Get 10% off any Vennture Mouthpiece order with my unique coupon code JTTSULLIVAN at checkout on vennture.mp - and each purchase also helps support my channel! If you want to see another GREAT orchestral mouthpiece, check out the LA Phil Principal Trumpet Tom Hooten's mouthpiece here - ua-cam.com/video/NIllrN0xi_Q/v-deo.html In this episode, I tal...
The HEAVIEST Trumpet Mouthpiece in the WORLD?
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This video is sponsored by Vennture Mouthpieces! Use my coupon code GIGATONE to get 10% off anything from Vennture Mouthpieces (and to help support my channel) - explore all the possibilities at www.vennture.mp I am so PSYCHED to be finally showing you my favorite trumpet project yet - the Vennture GIGATONE Trumpet Mouthpiece! This mouthpiece is many things - ridiculous, dangerous, beautiful, r...
5 Straight Mutes EVERY Trumpeter should own
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If you enjoyed this episode, check out my Top 4 Orchestral Mouthpieces UNDER $100 here - ua-cam.com/video/4f0VMi6GtiU/v-deo.html In this video, I talk about the TOP 5 trumpet straight mutes that I use while playing in the orchestra or at auditions. There are truly an incredible number of straight mutes out there now, so sorting through them all to find something you like for the many situations...
Yamaha Mark Gould Signature Series Trumpet Mouthpiece
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This video is sponsored by Vennture Mouthpieces. Get 10% off any Vennture Mouthpiece order with my unique coupon code PINKBABYMONSTER at checkout on vennture.mp - and each purchase also helps support my channel! If you like how the Gould sounds, check out the YAMAHA TOM HOOTEN MOUTHPIECE - ua-cam.com/video/NIllrN0xi_Q/v-deo.html In this episode, we will dig deep into another offering from Yamah...
4 Orchestral Trumpet Mouthpieces UNDER $100
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This video is sponsored by Vennture Mouthpieces. Get 10% off any Vennture Mouthpiece order with my unique coupon code CLASSIQISCOMING at checkout on vennture.mp - and each purchase also helps support my channel! Check out my video about the Yamaha Tom Hooten Mouthpiece - ua-cam.com/video/NIllrN0xi_Q/v-deo.html BIG TONE - on a BUDGET! Today, I'm sharing with you FOUR orchestral trumpet mouthpiec...
Using LIPSTICK to choose a BETTER mouthpiece?
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This video is sponsored by Vennture Mouthpieces. Get 10% off any Vennture Mouthpiece order with my unique coupon code PUCKERUP at vennture.mp - and each purchase also helps support my channel! Check out this other video about creating my custom mouthpieces with Vennture Mouthpieces - ua-cam.com/video/l3KiV0XMIlA/v-deo.html Have you ever heard of the LIPSTICK TEST? It's a way to measure lip intr...
NEW mouthpiece gap solution: Frost Threaded Sleeves
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Check out one of Matt Frost’s other nerdy trumpet products in my last video - ua-cam.com/video/EORhLg8V6LI/v-deo.html Hey Trumpet Nerds! Today's episode is about a NEW design for mouthpiece gap sleeves - the THREADED gap sleeves by Frost Custom Brass. These sleeves are machined beautifully and offer the customization and optimization options of traditional gap sleeves, but with security and sta...
Measure mouthpiece throats EASY - Throat Check Tool by Frost Custom Brass
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Check out this video I made about the effects of mouthpiece throat size on trumpet playing - ua-cam.com/video/ApzpeKb5xyo/v-deo.html In this week's video, I take an in-depth look at a piece of trumpet gear that every serious nerd should consider - the Mouthpiece Throat Check Tool by Frost Custom Brass. As somebody who buys a LOT of mouthpieces, I am always SO CURIOUS about the specs of each pie...
SINGING on the TRUMPET?! Book of Arias for Trumpet
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Check out my review of their other trumpet book, Book of Solos - ua-cam.com/video/24RUMsOiyMo/v-deo.html In this video, I review this wonderful new offering from the creators of Book of Solos - the BOOK OF ARIAS for Trumpet! This book has 33 famous opera arias arranged for the Bb trumpet at the stunning price of $33 plus shipping - and it not only includes the beautifully engraved and edited op...
How to design YOUR OWN Trumpet Mouthpieces with Vennture
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NOTE - Vennture Mouthpieces no longer offers raw brass prototype mouthpieces because they are doing something even better - 3D PRINTED prototypes. See Vennture Mouthpieces on Facebook for more information. If you enjoyed this video, learn more about mouthpiece weights here: SAME MOUTHPIECE, DIFFERENT WEIGHTS? - ua-cam.com/video/zi33YU6YUZA/v-deo.html In this video, I describe my experience crea...
Yamaha Tom Hooten Signature Series Trumpet Mouthpiece
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Yamaha Tom Hooten Signature Series Trumpet Mouthpiece
Trumpet & Accutane (Isotretinoin): My Experience Taking Accutane as a Trumpet Player
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Trumpet & Accutane (Isotretinoin): My Experience Taking Accutane as a Trumpet Player
Pitchfinders: A Trumpeter's Guide to Main Tuning Slide Triggers
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Pitchfinders: A Trumpeter's Guide to Main Tuning Slide Triggers
Giddings David Hickman "Big Boy" Signature Series Trumpet Mouthpiece
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Giddings David Hickman "Big Boy" Signature Series Trumpet Mouthpiece
Jon Talks "Jon Talks Trumpet" - Reflecting Back and Looking Forward
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Jon Talks "Jon Talks Trumpet" - Reflecting Back and Looking Forward
10 Gift Ideas for Trumpet Players (2020 Holiday Season)
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10 Gift Ideas for Trumpet Players (2020 Holiday Season)
What is a Mouthpiece Throat Size? - A Brief Introduction for Trumpet Players
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What is a Mouthpiece Throat Size? - A Brief Introduction for Trumpet Players
5 Audition Booklet Tips and Tricks for the Organized Musician
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5 Audition Booklet Tips and Tricks for the Organized Musician
Yamaha John Hagstrom Signature Series Trumpet Mouthpiece
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Yamaha John Hagstrom Signature Series Trumpet Mouthpiece
Same Mouthpiece, Different Weight - Exploring the Effects of Modifying Mouthpiece Blanks
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Same Mouthpiece, Different Weight - Exploring the Effects of Modifying Mouthpiece Blanks
Rhodium Mouthpiece Plating - An Alternative to Silver or Gold? - First Impressions
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Rhodium Mouthpiece Plating - An Alternative to Silver or Gold? - First Impressions
Mouthpiece Breakups: A Journey through my Past Trumpet Mouthpiece Relationships
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Mouthpiece Breakups: A Journey through my Past Trumpet Mouthpiece Relationships
Tips for COUNTING RESTS for Easily Distracted Musicians
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Tips for COUNTING RESTS for Easily Distracted Musicians
Pedal Tones: A Practical Guide for Trumpet Players
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Pedal Tones: A Practical Guide for Trumpet Players
10 Mouthpiece Mistakes that Trumpet Players should Avoid
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10 Mouthpiece Mistakes that Trumpet Players should Avoid
Parke Trumpet Mouthpieces: EXPLAINED
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Parke Trumpet Mouthpieces: EXPLAINED
My *almost* 100-YEAR-OLD Besson Bb/A Trumpet!
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My *almost* 100-YEAR-OLD Besson Bb/A Trumpet!

КОМЕНТАРІ

  • @briandick837
    @briandick837 9 днів тому

    I made one of these mistakes. I sold my unity B4S MP to someone 😉.. then a few MP's later I ended up buying another one after missing it so much. lol 😂

  • @luizcamilo8565
    @luizcamilo8565 17 днів тому

    Wow! Great!

  • @russellzimmermusic
    @russellzimmermusic 18 днів тому

    I picked up the 30-1 tool. I tried it on various mouthpieces that I know the back bores on (including Frost mouthpieces). Would you say it might sit differently with the same throat depending on the cup shape? Thanks, great video btw.

  • @musicalcubes
    @musicalcubes 23 дні тому

    Going too small and shallow was my biggest mistake. Trying to play on Yamaha or Schilke 11s with shallow cups because I had range anxiety... I weaned myself off the smaller pieces and am now a happy 1.25C player. I have one of the VB symphony series with the 24 throat and #24 backbore. Awesome mouthpiece.

  • @Trumpet-eb7in
    @Trumpet-eb7in 26 днів тому

    Beautiful sound man! 1C player here. Might have to check this out!

  • @fjeinca
    @fjeinca 26 днів тому

    This is a great, informative video on piccolo trumpet and some of its baroque literature. I once turned some trombone mouthpieces for a symphony player family friend. The complexity of brass mouthpieces is astounding, and hope to watch more of your videos about brass in general. Thanks! 🙏🏻

  • @saidoof9369
    @saidoof9369 27 днів тому

    I wasn’t expecting you to play the trombone at the end lol

  • @md4645
    @md4645 Місяць тому

    Uv-C lamp can help sterilize mouthpiece

  • @logstak
    @logstak Місяць тому

    Love your videos. I’ve owned the discontinued Bb, A, C Yamaha. Ended up selling it. Good horn though.

  • @user-fr5ys6lm5t
    @user-fr5ys6lm5t Місяць тому

    This is very interesting! 🎺

  • @Rob_Thomson
    @Rob_Thomson Місяць тому

    So, after watching your vid about orchestral mouthpieces under $100, I ordered a Tom Hooten and a Bach Symphonic 1 1/4C 24/24. Still waiting for the Bach, but the Yamaha arrived today. So far, I love it. I've been a Bach 1 1/4C guy for years, and recently discovered the Yamaha 17B4, which I think I like better. I'll be playing in a couple of orchestras this Fall, so I need to settle on a more symphonic mouthpiece. I've only used it for a couple of practice sessions, but I really like the Tom Hooten, so far. Big sound, comfy, and plenty of color. It also gaps really well in my Yamaha horns.

  • @oliverdiamond6594
    @oliverdiamond6594 Місяць тому

    gigatone a has a more piercing and pure sound.

  • @THall-vi8cp
    @THall-vi8cp Місяць тому

    All awesome advice. I never went on a mpc safari. My buddy did, and every time he decided he didn't like something I borrowed it. If I liked it, I bought it off him. As a result, I have several mouthpieces for Bb that all have different sounds and purposes, the best mouthpiece for C trumpet I've ever played, an Eb mouthpiece that makes a stock E3L sound almost like a C trumpet, and a couple of great piccolo pieces. Each one plays, for me, like it's optimized for the horn I use it on, which makes playing so much better. Never sold a mpc I previously liked playing. I always felt there was something about it that was worth keeping and though I haven't done it yet, I figured I could send a couple off to a custom maker who could scan and combine various features to produce something better. Funny enough, I only ever copied my teacher's choice in mouthpiece when I bought a Wick 2B for cornet. I learned my lesson real quick. My teacher did buy a mouthpiece off me at one point (it was a trade -- I give it to him as payment for a lesson). I wonder if he's still using it. I've always taken issue with teachers saying, "It's not the (mouthpiece/horn), it's the player!" While there is a certain fundamental truth to that, it ignores the important point that poorly-fitted equipment hinder a player. I've known players who took that advice to the extreme, ignoring playing issues that persisted despite practice and lessons, only to one day try a different mouthpiece and have their minds blown. I wonder how many students have given up playing because of such advice from teachers.

  • @LCHenderson
    @LCHenderson Місяць тому

    What Is Wider Inner Diameter Than Bach 1C?

  • @HornHippieMedia
    @HornHippieMedia 2 місяці тому

    the drops tho🤣🤣🤣 love this

  • @piccolomaster
    @piccolomaster 2 місяці тому

    I just bought the Tom Crown Gemini Straight mute. Last one in stock. Wonderful mute. Here is my list of my favourite straight mutes. 1. Tom Crown Gemini 2. TrumCor metal 3. TrumCor Lyric 4. Marcus Bonna plastic mute 5. Denis Wick

  • @LCHenderson
    @LCHenderson 2 місяці тому

    Talk Number Sizes, Lip Sizes Please 🙏🏾

  • @counterfit5
    @counterfit5 2 місяці тому

    Toothpicks for grease is brilliant

  • @VickyFlint
    @VickyFlint 2 місяці тому

    I’ve found that using even topical tretinoin as an anti aging treatment, it absolutely plummets my playing. Not because of dry lips, or any discomfort around d the mouth, but a weird mystery sense of severely lacking stamina and range. Despite playing at least an hour a day. Beware of tretinoin and trumpet playing. Even the cream just for the face.

  • @MathewHarwich
    @MathewHarwich 2 місяці тому

    where can I buy these???

  • @KerryLorah
    @KerryLorah 3 місяці тому

    The "Firebird" mute.

  • @KerryLorah
    @KerryLorah 3 місяці тому

    I just use my hand or shirt to wipe my rim.

  • @musicnerd436
    @musicnerd436 3 місяці тому

    12:08 'requires both hands' easy solution to this, use a different keyed trumpet, for the whole symphony and yes i understand the C trumpet is standard in orchestra, but mahler scores for F trumpet anyway, I'm not telling you to go out of your way to get an F trumpet but using a different trumpet at your disposal can be better for your wallet then again who am i kidding, its just a stupid D flat

  • @musicnerd436
    @musicnerd436 3 місяці тому

    4:57 i would like to see that trombone mouthpiece used in an actual orchestral excerpt 😂

  • @tomwild5361
    @tomwild5361 3 місяці тому

    Very comprehensive video, except what case do you use?

  • @colindawson4818
    @colindawson4818 3 місяці тому

    I’ve got the page flip dragon fly, the two extra buttons allow me to be able to program crazy page turns, like to a completely different part and back again. I added a second iPad Pro, dual screen means I can have two complete pages on stand. Thinking about altering my stand so that I can leave both iPads plugged in, and make use of the landscape mode of one iPad when playing march card, blown up to full screen.

  • @musicnerd436
    @musicnerd436 3 місяці тому

    I just ordered a second hand mouthpiece with a 27.4mm rim, a 17mm cup diameter, and a 3.6mm bore. I normally play in orchestra and I'm not too experienced in mouthpiece finding. I'm looking a collosal sound. Do you think I made the right choice?

  • @elgingreen
    @elgingreen 3 місяці тому

    Hey Jon. I'm curious how the mouthpiece gap (between the end of the shank and the beginning of the leadpipe: internal gap) factors into your observation of the slotting for heavy versus light mpcs.

  • @richtraube2241
    @richtraube2241 3 місяці тому

    So, how long will it be before we can design and lathe pieces at neighborhood shops? Cool vid!

  • @SamDalorian1875
    @SamDalorian1875 3 місяці тому

    Who’s gonna tell this dude that Trent Hamilton already beat him to the punch

  • @davidhartley3435
    @davidhartley3435 3 місяці тому

    Mouthpiece phobia is what it is called. I've had and played on a drawer full of mouthpieces. Since I'm older now, and just play for fun, I don't get hung up on this issue of mouthpiece compromise. I think it's about methodology and science. It's just like having 10 pairs of shoes of the same size, and each pair will fit different. I think it's about physical characteristics, lip structure, etc. If the mouthpiece feels good and it takes minimal effort then the sound you want will be there. Practice like you play should be the main goal .

  • @RockStarOscarStern634
    @RockStarOscarStern634 3 місяці тому

    The F Natural Trumpet is Twice as long as the Modern F Soprano Trumpet so it's an Octave down.

  • @richtraube2241
    @richtraube2241 3 місяці тому

    The younger me treated mouthpieces haphazardly. Now I wash any piece use after each session. All great tips. Do you have any videos on how to approach a mouthpiece consultation?

  • @stephenmurphy8833
    @stephenmurphy8833 3 місяці тому

    Thanks for sharing Jon. Appreciate the homely wisdom and humour as well as the real world experience

  • @an4r4k34
    @an4r4k34 3 місяці тому

    this is such a funny and charming way to talk about such a relatable topic. Loving everything about it

  • @whatdidyousaytomejsjajabaha
    @whatdidyousaytomejsjajabaha 3 місяці тому

    Thank you for this video helped me out alot!!!

  • @Dr.trumpet74
    @Dr.trumpet74 4 місяці тому

    Greetings, John. There is a nightmare and horror going on in the world... But musicians still need to work... I serve at the Mikhailovsky Opera House on cornet and trumpet. I like your educational stories about your favorite trumpet. It is impossible to order anything now. I kindly ask you to send detailed drawings for the manufacture of a trimming mechanism for the trumpet Yamaha in B, in C. Thank you! Sincerely, Anatoly Sakharov. Mikhailovsky Theater. Saint Petersburg.

  • @seth094978
    @seth094978 4 місяці тому

    So apparently I really like the sound of lightweight mouthpieces. Hmm.

  • @3mo2007
    @3mo2007 4 місяці тому

    what app do you use to scan and read ur music off ur ipad

    • @3mo2007
      @3mo2007 4 місяці тому

      nvm i watched the video. 24 bucks is crazy

  • @seth094978
    @seth094978 4 місяці тому

    That old school mouthpiece reminds me of the one that is stuck in my Dad's old Conn bugle. It's my favorite mouthpiece ever. You'd almost think it was made from thick sheet metal instead of a billet with how svelt it is, and the rim is just perfect. Nice sharp throat, too. I really wish modern mouthpieces were more like that.

  • @NadeemKhan-il5or
    @NadeemKhan-il5or 4 місяці тому

    Price sir one pice

  • @NadeemKhan-il5or
    @NadeemKhan-il5or 4 місяці тому

    Price sir

  • @seth094978
    @seth094978 4 місяці тому

    I've got a contrabass trombone mouthpiece with a similar rim width, and thats on a 1.142" cup! That is certainly very wide for trumpet.

  • @kassios
    @kassios 4 місяці тому

    Wonderful presentation and info! I'm just an amateur but find all those tips very handy for the near future. Have you thought or tried out an e-ink tablet for better score reading experience?

  • @mr.whythesciencemagicguy
    @mr.whythesciencemagicguy 4 місяці тому

    How can a clean out the smell from inside my old trumpet? It has a lot of green patina

  • @mr.whythesciencemagicguy
    @mr.whythesciencemagicguy 4 місяці тому

    Is it worth repairing restoring my Besson Prototype London and Fischer Trumpet? I can send the serial number later.

  • @ardacabaoglu8244
    @ardacabaoglu8244 4 місяці тому

    Thanks for this video Jon. Just want to expand it from blanks to only rim weight. I am using screw rim mouthpieces and lots of different underparts, mostly custom made Toshi, and old Bachs, etc. I have my exact rim in multiple weights. Only rim!! And it makes a considerable feel difference.

  • @tiqi_r4793
    @tiqi_r4793 4 місяці тому

    What 3ring binder would be best? Can you put link?

  • @BillSmith-rx9rm
    @BillSmith-rx9rm 4 місяці тому

    What a joke. These heavy mouthpieces are nothing but a scam to charge a ton of money.

  • @nickwright9064
    @nickwright9064 5 місяців тому

    I have the same instrument in silver - and it's great. I haven't had any work done on it (I've seen your follow-up video) but when I was in conservatoire, there were some things it just seemed to do really well. I would use it in the orchestra sometimes.