However, there a lot, and I do mean a LOT of fantastic lead and jazz trumpet players that have trumpet bells that either stick straight out or are in a slight up-stream position (bell pointing up). Since prioritizing experimentation with a more lined-up teeth aperture – above all else – a few long time issues have nearly vanished over a period of about eight or nine months.īefore we go on, I’d be remiss not to mention that some of the greatest trumpet players in the world have noticeable down-streams (a bell pointing down). Other athletes do it – posture – and it absolutely changes the way the surrounding muscles coordinate and develop over time. Taking a look at the skeletal structure first and foremost makes perfect sense. His basic suggestion is to line the bottom and top teeth up as much as possible. The first piece of the embouchure puzzle Farkas addresses is the function of the jaw in controlling the teeth aperture. And if that weren’t enough, two or three of Farkas’ points have completely changed my trumpet playing life in just a few short months.Ī reading from the book of Farkas. While not everyone will appreciate such deep analysis, I have to say it may be the best book I’ve read on brass playing to date. The book is basically an analysis of the brass-playing embouchure along with recommendations for the proper formation and development of said embouchure.ĭespite the fact that many of his CSO contemporaries – renowned pedagogues themselves – preached more of a “hear the sound vividly in your imagination and go for it” approach, Farkas really digs into what makes our chops tick.
‘The Art of Brass Playing’ was written by Philip Farkas shortly after retiring from his long-held position as the Chicago Symphony Orchestra’s principle french horn player. Here’s An Awesome Book About Brass Playingīefore we jump into this season’s practice routine, I want to introduce you to a book that has had a dramatic impact on my playing in a short time. Excited by the prospect, we started a garden. Summer 2019įor starters, summer here in Lancaster City means it’s time to grow some veggies. Please be sure to apply these ideas in a way that is suitable to your current level as a trumpet player and your current practice habits. However, you might find something in here you like. Keep in mind that what and how I practice is of no particular importance to the universe. A full-blown rant on how stupid trumpet players can be!.And an introduction to possibly the greatest book ever written on brass playing.A sample two-part warm-up for you to try.A new tweak that has improved flexibility between ranges – big time.A new method for reducing mouthpiece pressure (never before revealed at BTB).
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Here’s what’s inside BTB’s ‘RoutineTracker’ for the summer of 2019:
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