Trumpet For Dummies
The fun and easy way to learn trumpet!Discover how to blow your own horn with this friendly, easy- to-follow guide. From proper posture and playing your first note to making music in a variety of styles, including classical and jazz, this book gives you all the techniques you need.Get to know the essentials — learn to read music notation,and investigate the foundations to successful trumpet playing,including good posture and relaxed breathingStay in practice — establish a rewarding practice routine with a helpful warm-up and fun and challenging exercises that will keep you improvingPolish your skills and sound — develop a full range of notes, from the lowest lows to the highest highs, and fine-tune your sound with articulation and vibratoBuild a repertoire — play a wide range of well-known songs, from lovely lyrical etudes to rousing marches to swinging jazz tunesCare for your instrument — get to know how to maintain your trumpet, and equip yourself with all the gear you need, including mutes, stands, and casesAudio CD-ROMListen to and play along with musical examples in the bookPlease see the CD appendix for details and complete system requirements.Open the book and find:Tips on buying a new or used trumpetThe right way to form a trumpet embouchureHow to improve your breathing and enduranceDuets to enjoy with another player (or with the CD)Ornamentation and special effects to liven up your playingHow to get involved with community bands and orchestrasWhen and how to find a trumpet teacherTen bad habits to avoidLearn to:Choose the best trumpet and mouthpiece for youPerform a variety of musical stylesClean and care for your trumpetPlay along with the audio samples on the CD