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Hi Martin, Thanks for your question! I am planning a video or 2 on the topic of playing higher notes and they’ll be out in the new year sometime. To answer about mouthpieces and if they can help, I can share some thoughts here. Do they help? Yes and no. Yes, because their design can actually help with getting higher notes and/or being able to sustain the energy to play up high. As I understand it, many big band lead trumpet players will use quite shallow mouthpieces. But there are pros and cons to that. And, that’s a very specialized situation. It isn’t for most player’s situations. Piccolo trumpet players will often use a different mouthpiece for playing piccolo than for playing on a Bb trumpet like I am currently playing in the videos. I have experience with playing the piccolo trumpet and the thing I found is that both the piccolo trumpet and the mouthpiece only really help you play high IF you can already play up there. Would I recommend someone change mouthpieces to play higher? There’s a lot of “it depends”. But my first go-to would be to say “no” followed by the suggesting that they work on their high range with the mouthpiece they currently have if it’s fairly common one like most players begin with. There is technique in playing higher and I’d suggest learning it first. After that, a player could contemplate whether another mouthpiece makes sense for them. There are still so many “it depends” even in that but without knowing how a player is playing, that would be my recommendation. I hope this helps. Talking to other experienced players can also be helpful. Maybe there are different experiences out there that may shed different light on this topic. Cheers, Deanna

Thanks for watching and for letting me know!

Hi Jody, Thanks so much for your comment and supportive words about my playing! I really appreciate it! Between this channel and also playing in an ensemble, I've lots to keep me on my toes, so to speak! It's been helpful for sure. How is it going for you? PS I’ve also been trying different microphones over the last few videos because I really wasn’t happy with how I was sounding in those first videos. In fact, I almost did a video about this topic because I was so frustrated with the tone quality. But I just kept trying new things. ……So, it’s possible some of my improvement in tone is my microphone! I still really appreciate your mention of it because either way, it’s sounding better which is what I wanted. 🙂

Hi, thanks so much commenting here and for your kind words! I'm really glad you found the video helpful. Also, thank you for your interest in the PDF. I'm still working on it. I got waylaid by having to do website 'stuff' (migrate to a new host!) that took a bunch of time! I'll get back to it asap now that I'll have a better place to put it! Merry Christmas to you, too!

All the best with your journey back to your musical friend! And, as you know, same with me! ....We can do this! 🙂

Hi there! It's great to hear you're playing again! And, I'm glad my videos might be helpful! Thanks for commenting. I really appreciate it. Cheers, Deanna

Hi, thank you so much! I really appreciate that! Thanks for checking it out, too!!

Thanks for watching and commenting! I hope it helps you like it helps me. Cheers! Deanna

Yeah... It helps me feel the momentum. That's a great way to describe it! Thanks for commenting! :-)

Thanks!

I've not heard of Mitchells so I'm not sure about it. I'll have to check it out. Do you like it?

@ yes i like it! ua-cam.com/video/fGRFTlyVw-Y/v-deo.htmlsi=IvmZisV2rSYEW4ZF

Sorry to be slow to reply! I just found your reply with the link. I will definitely check it out! Cheers and thanks! Deanna

@@TrumpetBuzz Ah, dont be sorry! 🙂 By the way, my trumpet playing is progressing. I have went from not touching the trumpet for 30 years, in end of september, to a decent (but really not great) player now. I try to practice 30 minutes each day.

Hi Carl, I'm so happy to have you join us here! Thanks for commenting about where you're at. I almost bought a Conn back in my teens but ended up getting a Getzen and used that for a few years. I did find a very old Conn from the late 1920's that's fun, though smaller than they became. I got it in an antique store and it's in good shape. Good luck on your trumpeting journey! I'm just working on the next video for Clodomir #6 and working on playing my intervals better. cheers! 🙂. ...oh, and thanks for sharing where you're from! I'm in Canada.

@ my dad has a getzen 😀👍 Looking forward to your next video, cant wait🤩👍

Hey...cool about your Dad! I liked my Getzen when I was playing it. What one does your Dad have? I had an Eterna. .......ok...I'd better get back to it! #6 awaits! :-). Cheers!

@ I can ask. But I think it is some kind of student model from late 80:s

That's what mine was. I used it for a couple of years before moving to a Benge and then a Bach. Both I still have and are professional trumpets.

Thanks for watching my video and commenting. Rustiques is a neat and weird piece! I've called it acobatics for trumpet! :-)

Hi Charlie, Thanks for asking about that. I will definitely put my head to that. I already have a video idea in the works that's about building our foundational skills as players which is a huge part of the work for newer players, imo. But it never ends because then we want to maintain it. I am always working these skills. Until that video is ready, I wonder if you might already have some crossover from being a string player in that you have practice habits already in place. So, things like posture and being relaxed and being focused. Can you lean on your existing approach and apply some of it to trumpet, even as the actual playing skills are different? For trumpet playing specifically, add in having easy, full breathing and supporting your tone while you’re playing. I count 'how' we approach our playing AS one of the foundational skills for good playing. I hope this is a little helpful in the short term. Cheers and thanks so much for commenting with your question!

@@TrumpetBuzz Thank you for your response. I have a few brass friends who have given me tips here and there. It seems that every brass person I talk to (even amongst trumpet players) everyone has a different answer. I look forward to your future uploads!

Yes, lots of "right" ways to play. ...though, I think how they sound is a determinant for whether their approach really works. I wonder if people become somewhat partial to whatever way they were introduced to playing. I know I am but I am starting to explore other methods, too, now that I'm back to playing more regularly.

Thanks for commenting and sharing about the myelin! I've heard of it but not looked into it much. I will now. It's so interesting how our bodies work! And... you are right: slow to go fast! 🙂

Hi, Congrats on moving up to 2nd trumpet! It sounds like it's an inspiring band to play in. It's so great to have a place and people to play with. I'm glad also that the looping idea is helpful and I really appreciate your letting me know. I'm working on the PDF today and will have it out sometime this week. Then... on to the next video! :-) Thanks so much for commenting and sharing a little about yourself. PS...way to go at 78! And why not?! I'm aiming for that myself! 🙂

Wonderful! I'm glad you're here! And, thanks for commenting and subscribing. Happy playing!

So very true!

Hey Klaus! How ya doing?! I remember us getting together and working on things. Good times and you were very dedicated! And, it paid off, too. For me...it is good to be back playing again. It was time. Thanks for checking out my video and commenting!

Yeah! Me too! ...thanks for commenting! :-)

Thanks for checking out my video and commenting! When I was learning multiple tonguing, it took quite a bit for me to get the coordination. I struggled with it! Letting your body (or your tongue) figure it out, though......this idea should work that doing, too. Good luck with getting it! I'm sure you will. :-)

Hi Jens, Thanks for sharing! I think I have a Conn 22b! Though, I don't see it marked on the instrument so I'm not sure. It looks the same as some pictures I found of them. It's not one I play regularly but I found it at an antique store for not much money and the slides and valves worked well so I bought it. It mostly plays ok but it definitely has a smaller sound than my Bach which is my usual trumpet. What kind of trumpet are you playing on now? I think student models can be very good. And, given you have a musical background already, Chet and Clifford could still have company! :-)

@@TrumpetBuzz Thank you for your kind words! The trumpet I ordered is the best selling entry level one by Thomann (Thomann TR 200). Until it arrives I try a little lip buzzing and mouthpiece buzzing. It's fun! Charlie Porter has some great videos for (anew) beginners. Looking forward to your next video, see you there :)

I haven't heard of those trumpets but will check 'em out! See you soon....in the next video! :-)

Hi Craig, it’s a great question and timely! I’m just finishing up the Clodomir #5 video and in the next one after that, I’m actually going to be talking about tonguing in general and staccatos specifically. That video is already about half done and shouldn’t be too long coming out after #5. So… if you don’t mind waiting, I’ll be able to answer your question better by showing and talking about it in video format. Cheers! Deanna

Jazz classics sound great! And, yeah, a somewhat different approach though with crossover for some of the technique of playing (even if not in the musical style of the music). I'm playing in a big band on 4th trumpet. It's a good fit as I am more of a classical player though my swing and such has definitely improved over the years! Thanks for sharing what you're doing.

That's neat! What genre of fiction do you write? Cheers!

@@TrumpetBuzz Short stories. Westerns with supernatural/Biblical overtones. But one story has a bit of a Stephen King feel to it. LOL. Oh, well ... time for me to practice the horn!

They sound intriguing! ...oh, but Mr. King... not for me. But writing and playing trumpet are, I bet, great for variety for your creativity.

Hi Frank, thanks for watching and commenting! Congrats to you for having time to play more and challenging yourself in the band. That's wonderful! For developing (or re-developing in my case), my go-tos are Cickowizc and Clarke Technical Studies at this time for developing air and tone, dexterity, etc. (I'll be talking about these in an upcoming video). Plus the studies in the Arban's book are also good to work on. The Getchell books are good, too, though, if you don't have those, Arban's studies are fine. Also, the Clodomir book I'm presenting here on UA-cam about. I wish you all the best with this fun musical journey! Cheers, Deanna

The fingering challenge is definitely part of it and taking it up the octave is a great idea. I'll take things up or down depending on what it is. Also going back & forth between A and G by themselves, tonguing and slurring to strengthen the 3rd finger. And then add back in the F#. I think for me the biggest challenge is still playing the low F# with a nice tone and tonguing it at the speed that piece goes at. My F# still doesn't sound great! ...... Thanks for watching the video and sharing your thoughts here. And you definitely have company with dealing with these challenging things! That's something I'm seeing in the comments of my videos and I think is great! We're not the only one. :-)

Hi, I'm glad you're here and thanks for commenting, too. Cool that you're ordering Clodomir! I'm not in Wisconsin, but I'm sort of close by. I live in Ontario, Canada. And, even though we're not close by to each other, I was thinking that there could be the possibility of "meeting" online. If you want to explore that, my email is deanna@deannaford.ca. If not, all good, too. And, all the best as you work with you new brass "friend". 🎺 :-)

Hi, thanks for watching and commenting! I really appreciate it! What instrument do you play?

@@TrumpetBuzz I play the tenor sax. I have a solo for my jazz band, performing in december, and your advice helps me a lot.

Hi, congrats on having the upcoming solo! I hope you have a ton of fun with it! And...You're ahead of me with these kinds of solos! I haven't done much in the way of jazz solos, though it's something I'm interested to learn in the future. Thanks for watching my video and commenting here. I wish you all the best! :-)

You as well. 👍

🙂

Thank you so much! I really appreciate your comment.

Hi! Thanks for watching and for your comment! :-)

Hi there! I’m so glad you’re here, too. It sounds like you have a good approach to getting your playing going again. I’m a big fan of the Clark Studies. I regularly play no. 2 and no 3. ...and yah, it’s kinda’ weird coming back after a break. Lol... Re the higher register and your air, to me it sounds like what I think you found, that there was too much air going through for the lips to handle. And, it sounds like your body and brain are working it out with the diaphragm support, which is cool. When I work on my range, I gently and slowly move up scales while aiming to keep my sound the best I can and as little tension in the body as possible. If I hear or feel things changing uncomfortably, that’s where I stop and I work on the sound and the feel of it....going down a bit or a lot and coming back up, etc. Aiming for easy and supported. I find that the air pressure I use varies depending on what I’m doing. I’m most aware of it changing when I change dynamics and I think of it more as just aiming for whatever volume I want and then blowing more or less air through and the speed of the air varies accordingly. Louder uses much more than very soft. Both, however, need the other thing I focus on which is support of the air, like you mentioned already. And, I am always focussed on the tone and aim for an open sound that is centred and feels supported regardless of volume or pitch. As to pressure on your lips and teeth, use only what’s necessary and no more. Aim for less, and support it all with the air to the point where it’s producing a nice tone. Play around with it. Tone is the guide, in my books. And to a great extent, let your body figure things out guided by the tone. Take breaks. Take your time. And you’ll go faster. :-)

Thanks Brian! I appreciate that. Thanks for commenting here, too.

Thanks! It took a bit to get them all there but eventually got it! Thanks for commenting! :-)

Hi, eek... noted about playing when sick! Glad you're better. Thanks for sharing here, too... and I appreciate knowing my video thoughts are helpful. In some ways they're just reminders of what we already know but need to remember again. :-)

Hi, That's awesome that you were able to get paid to play! Thanks for sharing here in the comments! And, now...Congrats on day 6 and of your come back. I also started back a couple times with "this is it, I'm really gonna do it" but then life got in the way. That was 3-4 years ago, I'm guessing. But last year I was able to really stick with practicing longer than 5-10 minutes a day and I'm so glad I did. Getting into some ensembles really helped! Are you playing with any groups?

@@TrumpetBuzz Getting paid to play was fun - it was playing the trumpet part in The Buddy Holly Show musical. I haven't joined any groups yet, but will start looking for one this weekend. Something jazzy - a big band, I think.

I bet Buddy Holly was fun! Have a super weekend and I hope you find a fun group to play with! 🎺🎺

Hi and thanks for commenting! It's great to have you here. One of my favourite sayings is 'take your time and you'll go faster'. Cheers!

Hi, Welcome to my channel! It’s awesome to have you along for the ride. And, thank you so much for sharing your trumpet journey! I love that you’ve picked trumpet up again and are having success with it. Cichowiz and Arban are great to work on. That’s so cool that you were able to get a Yamaha Xeno! Nice horn!! Happy playing!

Hi Rick, It's so great to “see” you here. Thanks for watching my video and your feedback! I really appreciate your kind words. And, yes, finally brought my trumpet back to the forefront! It’s so good to be playing again more regularly. My next instalment is in the works! Thanks for commenting here. Cheers, Deanna

Hi, thanks for watching and for commenting, too! You're most welcome for the videos! They're fun to make and, as you probably can tell, I love talking about trumpet playing! 🙂 I wish you all the best as you go forward with your playing. Cheers, Deanna

Hello! :-)

Thanks for watching my video and sharing about the workshop with Dr Barry Harris. I bet it was a fabulous one! And, thank you for your kind words. Cheers! 🙂

Hi and thanks for watching my video and sharing a little about yourself here. Thanks also for your kind words! I wish you all the best on your trumpeting journey too! Keep on keepin' on! 🎺 🙂

Hi Alex, thanks for commenting here! I really appreciate your feedback and I'm happy that some of my ideas might be useful for you. I just posted study #3 and again had some of the sheet music on the screen. I had seen your note here (tho didn't have time yet to reply)... and your wish that the sheet music stay on the screen longer so I tried to have them be longer over the clip where I'm talking about them. If you want to let me know if they're better in #3, that would be great! Have a super rest of your day! Deanna

Buy a trumpet, and start with the many tutorials on UA-cam . Andrea Giuffredi , has a Great one starting with lone tones, playalong etc. also Mr B has playalong. I had played in high school and college, I quit playing around 1980 ish . I started playing again the fall of 2021 . I won’t lie, it wasn’t easy or pretty in the beginning 😂 But slowly I started to improve with daily practise. Also look and see if you have a community band you can join. I’m sure the reading will come back, you just have to force yourself a little bit. You’ll be glad you started! Good Luck!

Hi, I did a similar thing…started with a rental trumpet and then I got a Getzen Eterna! That was a big improvement over the rental. Regarding reading sheet music, here are some quick thoughts about what could be a big topic: I don’t view being able to read music as a crutch. I also think some people may have an easier time being able to play by ear than others, though it could certainly be a great skill to develop. However, with the ability to read sheet music, you can open up any music book (or band part) and start playing what’s on the page without hearing the piece first, which I think is really cool. I have played music from memory in competitions but I’ve always started with the sheet music. I did find that playing from memory, once I was confident with the piece, was quite freeing. It took me a lot of work to get there. For yourself, I wonder if maybe learning to read music again could compliment working on getting your trumpet chops back again? (not sure where you're at with your playing) ....And, given you used to read music before, I bet it would come back pretty quick, too. My 2 cents! :-). All the best with your decision!

Hi, thanks so much for commenting here! ...and yes, some definite similarities! I also wondered about parting with some of my trumpets a few years ago and even came close to selling my piccolo but he bought a different one. I'm really glad I didn't sell it or any others even though they've been collecting dust! I'm really happy that playing is now much higher up on my To Do list! And, I'm happy to read you're playing again, too. :-). Where did you play in your 20's? ... yes, it would be fun to chat sometime. Take care, Deanna

You're so right! My health is pretty good and I'm actively working to make it better. Cheers!

Hi James, 
 Wow, a most challenging path with having dealt with Bell’s Palsy. Thank you for sharing that. I knew a trombone player who had that happen, too. Not fun! I’m glad you’re over it and able to play again. As well as Schlossberg (11a) and soon Getchell, have you thought about including the Clark Studies book? Clark II and III were and continue to be two of my main go-to exercises for building and maintaining my skills. I can’t recommend it enough. Thank you commenting and following my channel. I wish you all the best with your playing! I have a very strong belief in our ability to do, to overcome, to learn. That sort of thing! Please keep me posted on how you’re doing. 🙂 Cheers, Deanna

@@TrumpetBuzz Thanks for the encouragment. I have both Clarke's Elementary and Technical Studies, will break them out soon.

Keep on keepin' on! And, one of my sayings is "take your time and you'll go faster!" ...You got this!

Thanks! It's coming along. And, I'm having fun playing again more regularly! 🎺

Hi, Thanks for commenting! It's one of my most favourite tunes. And, that's the movie I first heard it in. Cheers, Deanna PS I'm very sorry to be slow replying. Your comment didn't show up right away for me. I'm not sure why.