I just love Nigel in this. LSO trumpet and still makes it so clear that you should always enjoy playing and don't be put off by how fantastic Phil is (by all means have a go). I am absolutely crushed to hear he is no longer with us. I take solace from the fact that generations of trumpet players to come will heed his wise words. In that, he is immortal.
@tealtoejam How many Trumpet players does it take to change a lightbulb? 1 to change it, 50 to sit and talk about how much better they would have done it...
The man plays beautifully, his technique seems to serve the musical expression quite well, the LSO doesn't hire players who aren't the complete package, so to the nitpickers, your time is better spent learning how to play. There's also a beautiful, warm, cornet-like quality to his sound, which I may be imagining!
What a fantastic talent! What a sound! His father and brother were both players. He got his first cornet at age 3-1/2. Things you do well at an early age are very natural and stay with you. Extremely impressive trumpeter. They don't hire just anybody to play principal at the London Symphony btw.
@TheRc0211 I think your talking about a mute. There are various types of mutes for brass instruments. They can change the timbre of the instrument or reduce the volume to make it sound softer.
Good luck in the job Philip. RIP Maurice Murphy - never to be forgotten. To get this post in a world ranking orchestra at your age is pretty staggering. Reminiscent of James Watson and the RPO in the 1970s. Pleased it's gone to a brass bander!!!! Any chance of guesting at Whit Friday in Saddleworth some time? Well done.
I have played and met many fine musicians that leave mouthpiece marks upon their lips. They had amazing range, endurance, tone, articulation... All that good attributes. Phillip could have just shaved too close that morning. As far as Maurice Murphy. John Williams mentions him by Name upon reflecting on the LSO's association with his Star Wars and film scores. We should be so lucky and talented to leave an impression like that on any conductor.
Ha, it's funny because I doubt the 'haters' have actually seen Phil Cobb play, because he's one of the best trumpet players I've ever watched, and by far the best I've ever seen play in person. Also, there's only one person of his position in the world, and most of the haters just wish that they could have reached that standard, and that position in such a renowned orchestra, instead of falling at a hurdle early on.
@evansavage101 actually he joined 18 months ago at the age of 21 and he is now 22 years old not 23. i know this because he was the guest soloist at NYBBGB course last week. i am the principal Eb tuba player from there and i spent most of the time he was there talking to him. he is a true inspiration and a very funny bloke also.
and furthermore has been performing at a very high professional level from a very young age. Guys like Phil are guys that were being featured at soloists with major orchestras in their teens. Do your self a favor critics, next time you have a thought, let it go, and think to yourself if you are even in 1/100000 of the position that this guy is in.
yeah i know. trumpet in f also. but i just mean i see alot of other orchestral players playing the opening of mahler 5 (and most orchestral excerpts/repetoire) on c trumpets. i actually like this excerpt on b flat more but wondering if the LSO guys think its really the way to go. also, how many people single the triplets? how many people triple tongue them? just curious
@benjaminsurber Currently I think he's using one of Schilke's B series and some form of a Denis Wick Mouthpiece but in this video he's using a Bach Stradivarius and again some form of bach mouthpiece.
That is called a "mute." There are four main types of trumpet mutes; a straight mute, a cup mute, a plunger mute and a Harmon (or wah-wah) mute. The Harmon mute is, typically, made of aluminum and is, most probably, what you're referring to. Mutes are used to alter the sound of the instrument and that is indicated by the composer/arranger in the actual score. A jazz musician will use a mute at his own discretion.
im embarrassed to read some of these comments as a trumpet player because of the snotty, arrogant trumpeters who think they know everything and HAVE to say in some way that they're better than someone. grow up guys, no one cares if you could play a high c in 7th grade.
I'm sure they have their reasons for playing the way they did. It could've been a mistake, or it could have been intentional. But until Cobb and/or Gomm answer Admiralkirk's questions, we won't know for sure. I'm also wondering why they changed markings too.
Oh my God. He lowers his left eye brow at 1.14, he's so unprofessional! And then at 1.37, he moved his upper left lip up a micron, that's not right! He should follow my example. I am pretty good for my age after all. I was first chair in my local youth band! ( I swear. This is similar to some of the shit you read on these videos. Where some no-body attempts to give playing suggestions to people who are just.. Better than them)
les trompettistes anglais jouent le plus souvent avec des trompettes en sib pour mahler cela me semble plus facile avec une trompette en ut mais c'est un choix le résultat est aussi excellent car c'est la culture des brass bands
Unless you have been taught personally by either of these people, that's a very audacious statement to make. It is very difficult to teach to personal requirements via the context of a UA-cam video; however, when in a private situation, Phil is a fantastic teacher.
compare sound, and consider how much they hold back. go solo battle with one, and you probably wouldnt even bother playing back. 2, you obviously needed to see the video. and 3rd who makes mistakes on a song they've played before? especially at a rehearsal. I can't hold a candle to these professional and i've never missed a note during performance even when i'm on about 5 instruments. *Humility is the greatest sign of a master
omg... all i can say is, the high note = will take me a while to learn how to get higher notes... im a second year trumpet player, and the highest note i can get to without warm up is a A - B, depends. but in short, the high note he played; will take me a while to achieve...
ok, he's way infanately better than me. But after he plays he has a huge "mark of the beast" (mouthpiece mark).. is he using a lot of pressure or is it just me?
First of all, I am 100% sure the LSO is better than your school band. Second, in orchestra and band you play PIECES, not songs. Third, no mistakes is a little bit exaggerated, and you missed one more note than the LSO trumpet players would have missed.
@daejavu2008 Clearly his colleagues and Valery Gergiev thought he sounded fine when they voted him into this position. I can't play the trumpet, but I know a good player when I hear one and I'm sure he's better than you. You're the only one to post any comment criticizing his playing. In fact, since I can't play it, what about YOU?
@daejavu2008 What, do you think the trumpeters that audition for the YTSO won't be able to do it themselves? And who cares if he didn't count the correct number of beats, you obviously aren't talented enough to be at the helm of the LSO's brass section.
What can I say except that these are the most stereotypical responses for a trumpet video on youtube that I have EVER seen. Usually its some 17 year old punk who plays first chair in HS youth symphony who's going to tell the Principal player one of the best orchestras in the world that he is playing High Notes wrong. To get to a position like this takes more work than doing HS Youth Symphony, or going into a Music Program at State College for Trumpet. This guy worked HARD from a very young age.
Then why isn't your "school's top band" a world famous and world class orchestra? Why Aren't you a world class and famous player, being paid to play every day? When you grow up, maybe you'll see why these people are in the position they are in. It's not just about hitting the right notes at the right time.
lol so where is your humility, mister "i've never missed a note during a performance even when i'm on about 5 instruments." low reeds is what the make you play if your fingers don't move fast enough for the regular reeds.
I concur with Trumpeter007. I think you really read into it there, Charlie. The very next thing out of Phil's mouth is what a privilege he considers it to be a part of the orchestra.
I just love Nigel in this. LSO trumpet and still makes it so clear that you should always enjoy playing and don't be put off by how fantastic Phil is (by all means have a go). I am absolutely crushed to hear he is no longer with us. I take solace from the fact that generations of trumpet players to come will heed his wise words. In that, he is immortal.
@tealtoejam How many Trumpet players does it take to change a lightbulb? 1 to change it, 50 to sit and talk about how much better they would have done it...
He sounds just like Maurice. Same brass band vibrato and strong articulation. Can’t believe he’s so young
RIP Nigel Gomm. Top bloke and wonderful player. Much missed.
Truer words have never been spoken Duncan!!
The man plays beautifully, his technique seems to serve the musical expression quite well, the LSO doesn't hire players who aren't the complete package, so to the nitpickers, your time is better spent learning how to play.
There's also a beautiful, warm, cornet-like quality to his sound, which I may be imagining!
Rest in Peace Maurice Murphy, very sad that he passed. His master class was amazing, though Phil and Nigel i'm sure will step up to the job!
What an incredible talent - a worthy heir to the great MM.
"If you're not enjoying it, then the listeners won't enjoy" SO TRUE!!!
2:07
Sign of a good trumpet player is that he/she breathes in like that before speaking 😄
What so you mean he/she? He is confirmed a HE
@Shmevan Riceballz Well, you don’t know how people spend their weekends.
What a fantastic talent! What a sound! His father and brother were both players. He got his first cornet at age 3-1/2. Things you do well at an early age are very natural and stay with you. Extremely impressive trumpeter. They don't hire just anybody to play principal at the London Symphony btw.
He is like a machine...........with emotion.
watching again in 2019. Excellent.
Still good in 2024!
@TheRc0211 I think your talking about a mute. There are various types of mutes for brass instruments. They can change the timbre of the instrument or reduce the volume to make it sound softer.
Good luck in the job Philip. RIP Maurice Murphy - never to be forgotten. To get this post in a world ranking orchestra at your age is pretty staggering. Reminiscent of James Watson and the RPO in the 1970s. Pleased it's gone to a brass bander!!!! Any chance of guesting at Whit Friday in Saddleworth some time? Well done.
beautiful
I have played and met many fine musicians that leave mouthpiece marks upon their lips. They had amazing range, endurance, tone, articulation... All that good attributes. Phillip could have just shaved too close that morning.
As far as Maurice Murphy. John Williams mentions him by Name upon reflecting on the LSO's association with his Star Wars and film scores. We should be so lucky and talented to leave an impression like that on any conductor.
Ha, it's funny because I doubt the 'haters' have actually seen Phil Cobb play, because he's one of the best trumpet players I've ever watched, and by far the best I've ever seen play in person. Also, there's only one person of his position in the world, and most of the haters just wish that they could have reached that standard, and that position in such a renowned orchestra, instead of falling at a hurdle early on.
@TheRc0211 I think you are talking about a mute. It goes into the bell of the instrument and is used to change the character of the sound.
2:44 "Starting off as you mean to go on"
How old is this kid, and why is he not in DCI?
Wow. That was so AWESOME! Helps alot with my own Trumpet playing
I think every amazing trumpet player has a badass watch.
@evansavage101 actually he joined 18 months ago at the age of 21 and he is now 22 years old not 23. i know this because he was the guest soloist at NYBBGB course last week. i am the principal Eb tuba player from there and i spent most of the time he was there talking to him. he is a true inspiration and a very funny bloke also.
and furthermore has been performing at a very high professional level from a very young age. Guys like Phil are guys that were being featured at soloists with major orchestras in their teens. Do your self a favor critics, next time you have a thought, let it go, and think to yourself if you are even in 1/100000 of the position that this guy is in.
I am a trumpet player and I have to say his version is really good.
yeah i know. trumpet in f also. but i just mean i see alot of other orchestral players playing the opening of mahler 5 (and most orchestral excerpts/repetoire) on c trumpets. i actually like this excerpt on b flat more but wondering if the LSO guys think its really the way to go. also, how many people single the triplets? how many people triple tongue them? just curious
RIP Gomm :(
@benjaminsurber Currently I think he's using one of Schilke's B series and some form of a Denis Wick Mouthpiece but in this video he's using a Bach Stradivarius and again some form of bach mouthpiece.
They don't seem like they're going to be best buds for life. haha
Sometimes performers have a silver round object attached to the mouth of the trumpet, can someone tell me what is it called and why is it used?
That is called a "mute." There are four main types of trumpet mutes; a straight mute, a cup mute, a plunger mute and a Harmon (or wah-wah) mute. The Harmon mute is, typically, made of aluminum and is, most probably, what you're referring to. Mutes are used to alter the sound of the instrument and that is indicated by the composer/arranger in the actual score. A jazz musician will use a mute at his own discretion.
im embarrassed to read some of these comments as a trumpet player because of the snotty, arrogant trumpeters who think they know everything and HAVE to say in some way that they're better than someone. grow up guys, no one cares if you could play a high c in 7th grade.
Eric Zabala i played my high c in 5th lol
I'm sure they have their reasons for playing the way they did. It could've been a mistake, or it could have been intentional. But until Cobb and/or Gomm answer Admiralkirk's questions, we won't know for sure. I'm also wondering why they changed markings too.
What a player! At that age! I'm amazed.
Phil you make all Salvationist proud
Oh my God. He lowers his left eye brow at 1.14, he's so unprofessional! And then at 1.37, he moved his upper left lip up a micron, that's not right! He should follow my example. I am pretty good for my age after all. I was first chair in my local youth band!
( I swear. This is similar to some of the shit you read on these videos. Where some no-body attempts to give playing suggestions to people who are just.. Better than them)
Seu som é perfeito!
haha the second chair guy is always like "Well, uh, um, dangit. Perfect."
Does anyone know what kind of trumpet and mouthpieces Cobb uses?
The closed captioning is wrong at 8:30-8:32... "High concert B" not "High concert Beat"
just curious, how come you guys arent playing this stuff on C trumpet?
I know this is an 8 year old comment, but British players predominantly play Bb horns
Right, time for me to go do some more practice ......
TrumpetTongo aww same bro
RIP Nigel Gomm. You will be missed :(
Phil's a nice guy and seriously talented too
Bom dia ,já me escrevi logo no início vídeo,só por estar legendado em BR
because when you're as good as them, you play it how you want!
What kind of trombone is that?
He's one year older than me....... unreal. I wish I could play anywhere near that good.
@daejavu2008 he transposed the keys... -_- because he's using a Bb horn
les trompettistes anglais jouent le plus souvent avec des trompettes en sib pour mahler cela me semble plus facile avec une trompette en ut mais c'est un choix le résultat est aussi excellent car c'est la culture des brass bands
No entendí todo el video, pero habla acerca un poco de la respiración, de las frases etc.
Their not trying to teach it to the masses, they're trying to teach people who are auditioning for the LSO... so the people are already great players.
very impressive
Why is your collar popped? Is it cold there? Then why are your sleeves rolled up?
any tips on how to make your lips not get tired @.@
Unless you have been taught personally by either of these people, that's a very audacious statement to make. It is very difficult to teach to personal requirements via the context of a UA-cam video; however, when in a private situation, Phil is a fantastic teacher.
@niknotnick09
Interesting, never seen the wedding ring on the right hand before...
Holy crap, this kid looks really young.
RIP Nigel Gomm.
how old is he now?
I think he’s born in october 1987.
what happened to gomm?
He sadly passed away in 2011 from cancer
Don Juan gives me chills
@rasheedlewis1 practice. a lot.
RIP Nigel Gomm
If you're still hating, you havent seen "Virtuosity Phil Cobb"
Popped collar for the win.
The first entry in Mahler 5 is written for B-flat trumpet (but switches to C at a few points).
compare sound, and consider how much they hold back. go solo battle with one, and you probably wouldnt even bother playing back. 2, you obviously needed to see the video. and 3rd who makes mistakes on a song they've played before? especially at a rehearsal. I can't hold a candle to these professional and i've never missed a note during performance even when i'm on about 5 instruments.
*Humility is the greatest sign of a master
This dude even breathes likes he’s playing the trumpet when he talks
I watch rugby and hit the pipe occasionally.
POPPIN' THE COLLA'!!
Wow the young fella has a nice bright sweet perfect sound! How does he makes the Bb trumpet sound like a C? 😳🎺👏👏
omg... all i can say is, the high note = will take me a while to learn how to get higher notes... im a second year trumpet player, and the highest note i can get to without warm up is a A - B, depends. but in short, the high note he played; will take me a while to achieve...
You could not be more wrong.
When you get onto the orchestral audition circuit maybe you'll see.
1:56 his face was turn in to red color.
Yeah man those guys do need to grow up
do you trumpet players breathe from the lungs?!
Does it sound good?
ESTOU RECOMEÇANDO . ME AGUARDEM !!! AINDA DÁ TEMPO!!!
This is a classic example of people who know what they're talking about but have absolutely no idea on how to teach it to the masses....
To all the haters, are you principal trumpet in the LSO? No? Then shut up.
@gestrumpet doubtful
they are famous because other people say they should be famous. it's the paris hilton effect.
ok, he's way infanately better than me. But after he plays he has a huge "mark of the beast" (mouthpiece mark).. is he using a lot of pressure or is it just me?
Truthfully, I wouldn't have noticed how young Mr. Cobb is were it not for the popped collar. Brilliant sound though.
I think people are more jealous of his looks than his trumpet playing.
its funny how they both look at the same point beside the camera
That's where the music stand is.
First of all, I am 100% sure the LSO is better than your school band. Second, in orchestra and band you play PIECES, not songs. Third, no mistakes is a little bit exaggerated, and you missed one more note than the LSO trumpet players would have missed.
@tealtoejam ikr there r so many haters
1:12 his eyes look funny.
Maurice Murphy died just a few months after this video was made
@B347l35 hahah play trumpet "for your health"
No, from the spleen.
he said:
that question is that this shit?
@daejavu2008
Clearly his colleagues and Valery Gergiev thought he sounded fine when they voted him into this position. I can't play the trumpet, but I know a good player when I hear one and I'm sure he's better than you. You're the only one to post any comment criticizing his playing. In fact, since I can't play it, what about YOU?
@daejavu2008
What, do you think the trumpeters that audition for the YTSO won't be able to do it themselves? And who cares if he didn't count the correct number of beats, you obviously aren't talented enough to be at the helm of the LSO's brass section.
What can I say except that these are the most stereotypical responses for a trumpet video on youtube that I have EVER seen. Usually its some 17 year old punk who plays first chair in HS youth symphony who's going to tell the Principal player one of the best orchestras in the world that he is playing High Notes wrong. To get to a position like this takes more work than doing HS Youth Symphony, or going into a Music Program at State College for Trumpet. This guy worked HARD from a very young age.
Collar* frack.
Then why isn't your "school's top band" a world famous and world class orchestra? Why Aren't you a world class and famous player, being paid to play every day? When you grow up, maybe you'll see why these people are in the position they are in. It's not just about hitting the right notes at the right time.
It's a trumpet dude...
Piccolo suono 🤔
Principal Geezer innit
lol so where is your humility, mister "i've never missed a note during a performance even when i'm on about 5 instruments."
low reeds is what the make you play if your fingers don't move fast enough for the regular reeds.
0:24 "the old principal" while phillip rolls his eyes in annoyance lol
I concur with Trumpeter007. I think you really read into it there, Charlie. The very next thing out of Phil's mouth is what a privilege he considers it to be a part of the orchestra.