When thinking back to memorable events in one’s life, some seem to have a special place in the corners of our memories. One such event now holds that special place in mine. The event was the Dallas Blows Cancer Away Concert at the Morton H. Meyerson Symphony Center. Allow me…
These posts are written by: Bruce Chidester
Features to Consider when Buying a Trumpet- Reprinted from Earlier Post
When deciding on which trumpet/cornet to buy, there are a few guidelines that need to be addressed. The bottom line cost is one of the most obvious questions for most people. Unless you are interested in the ultimate, hand fitted, custom made, work of art, one of a kind horn,…
Find The Beat by Tapping Your Feet
Advanced Interval Studies
The market is inundated with educational material, all guaranteed to improve your trumpet playing ability. And here’s one more to consider. Through many decades of teaching and practicing myself, there have been many methods, etudes and exercises which have been helpful to me and my students. Previous exercises on interval…
My Final Challege For The Use Of Artificial Intelligence
“My first question”-compare the popularity of the cornet in the United States to its popularity in Europe The popularity of the cornet in the United States and Europe can vary depending on the region and musical style. In the United States, the cornet was widely used in traditional jazz, ragtime,…
Let’s See How Artificial Intelligence Handles Trumpet Related Questions
Question #1 Who are the top 10 trumpet players in the world? Response “It is difficult to definitively rank the top 10 trumpet players in the world, as this is subjective and depends on personal taste and criteria. However, some highly regarded trumpet players who are frequently mentioned in discussions…
What Are The Five Most Often Asked Questions By Beginning Trumpet Players?
Young Trumpet players seem to ask the same questions on how to improve their playing. Below are some suggestions and consistent in each of the answers are a common thread; Practice and Listen. How can I produce a clear and consistent sound? A trumpet player can produce a clear and…
Remembering A Few Of The Greats
Although they have passed on, their contributions to the Trumpet world cannot be fully appreciated. Whether Classical, Jazz, Symphonic or Pop, their artistry will live on through the ages. Al Hirt was a jazz trumpeter and bandleader from New Orleans, Louisiana. He began playing the trumpet at a young age…
Current Listing of 38 “Two Minute Trumpet Tricks”
We began posting our Two Minute Trumpet Tricks on Dec 28, 2021 and our most recent addition numbers #39 (Replacing Valve Corks). During this period, we have had many visitors to our sites and one request was to list all of our Trumpet Tricks in one location so that our…
THE VILLAGES TRUMPET ENSEMBLE
(This is an update-our original article appeared in The Trumpet Blog on March 31, 2019) The group has experienced a number of changes in the past nearly four years. Sadly, in August 2020 our founder, director, teacher, our friend, Gordon Purslow passed away. The daunting challenge-find a qualified replacement. And,…