Features to Consider when Buying a Trumpet

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, you should expect to pay between $1,000 and $2,500 for a quality instrument. When I speak of the ultimate, one of a kind trumpet, I am reminded of a situation many years ago when a college first told me about  his friend who was making truly one of a kind,…

Arban Characteristic Study #1- Trumpet Duet

Sometimes I like to visit old projects from the past as in this case. Etude playing alone is not an activity I enjoy but coupling the same etude with a second part can add much more excitement and enthusiasm to the activity. This arrangement of Arban Characteristic Study #1- Trumpet Duet has been a very popular item for us at trumpetensemblemusic.com

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Fast and Simple Relief from Cold Sores, Canker Sores and Sore Throats

Earlier in my life I was constantly plagues with multiple canker sores which interfered with my trumpet playing. For some reason, they always seem to locate in the most inopportune places on my lip and at the worst times; most often before a concert or solo/ensemble contest. These dastardly villains were treated with everything from alum to hydrogen peroxide. While on tour with my college wind ensemble, our host, who was a dentist, assured me that he could solve my problem by applying silver nitrate on my lip. Not only did that not work, but my host also successfully dribbled…

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Free- Foundation To Cornet Playing

Foundation To Cornet Playing   An Elementary Method printed in 1914 by Edwin Franko Goldman. If nothing else, reading this document will give you some idea as to how far we have progressed in brass literature…….. Edwin Franko Goldman (January 1, 1878 – February 21, 1956) was an American composer and conductor. One of the most significant American band composers of the early 20th century, Goldman composed over 150 works, but is best known for his marches. He founded the renowned Goldman Band of New York City and the American Bandmasters Association. Goldman’s works are characterized by their pleasant and catchy tunes, as well as…

Free- 40 Etudes for Trumpet by Wilhelm Wurm (Repost from 2013)

Seldom are we able to offer free material of this quality to our readers. This collection of 40 studies is available at the site listed below and is in public domain which means its content can be freely distributed without any infringement in copy rite laws. I have used this fine collection for many years in my teaching as well as my practicing and feel that even paying the full price ( $15.00 ) is a good deal but being able to download it free is even better. Click on the link below and where it indicates “complete Score” click…

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What a Deal! Now would be a great time to stock up on your music library of Christmas music. Check out our extensive library of Christmas arrangement/transcriptions and original material and take off 10% as a gift to all our supporters and fiends of trumpetensemblemusic.com. Here are the numbers- 90 popular titles listed in the Christmas category. 16 Christmas Solos 27 Christmas Duets 29 Christmas Trios 32 Christmas Quartets 15 Christmas Quintets 0 Christmas Sextets (Oops) 15 Christmas Trumpet Choirs 0 Christmas Brass Choirs 3 Christmas Chamber Music 0 Christmas Small Big Band There is still time to take advantage…

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Shopping For A New Washing Machine

Recently when our “old” (six years old) washing machine died on us, we were faced with the unpleasant chore of finding a new one. Ugh! After searching online to find a replacement, my wife and I decided to visit our local Home Depot store. The timeline below illustrates the utter frustration spent in purchasing our new unit. Wednesday morning- Arrived at the Home Depot store and was warmly greeted by the store’s representative in the home appliance section. After many questions and comparisons, the decision was made to purchase a particular washer. Money was exchanged and the delivery was scheduled…

Learn How To Arrange Music For Your Ensemble Without Knowing How To Arrange Music For Your Ensemble- Lesson #6

Download and follow instructions… Lesson #6 instructions Lesson #6 score Please take a moment to visit our sister site- Trumpet Ensemble Music for all your Trumpet and Brass instrument arrangement/transcription needs. We have added more than thirty-six new arrangements/transcriptions in the past thirty days. You’ll find everything from “Bach to Rock”. Our prices are way below those of Big Publishing Companies, ranging from $2.50 up to $12.50 depending on instrumentation and length. Check it out and enjoy great charts at very reasonable prices. Sample- Hymn To The Fallen- Trumpet Sextet – Trumpet Ensemble Music

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Learn How To Arrange Music For Your Ensemble Without Knowing How To Arrange Music For Your Ensemble- Lesson #5

Download and follow instructions… Lesson #5 instructions Lesson #5 Trombone part Please take a moment to visit our sister site- Trumpet Ensemble Music for all your Trumpet and Brass instrument arrangement/transcription needs. We have added more than thirty-six new arrangements/transcriptions in the past thirty days. You’ll find everything from “Bach to Rock”. Our prices are way below those of Big Publishing Companies; ranging from $2.50 up to $12.50 depending on instrumentation and length. Check it out and enjoy great charts at very reasonable prices. Sample- Barrel Race Gallop- Trumpet Trio – Trumpet Ensemble Music  

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Learn How To Arrange Music For Your Ensemble Without Knowing How To Arrange Music For Your Ensemble- Lesson #4

Follow instructions and view finished score.. Lesson #4 instructions Lesson #4 Score Please take a moment to visit our sister site- Trumpet Ensemble Music for all your Trumpet and Brass instrument arrangement/transcription needs. We have added more than thirty-six new arrangements/transcriptions in the past thirty days. You’ll find everything from “Bach to Rock”. Our prices are way below those of Big Publishing Companies; ranging from $2.50 up to $12.50 depending on instrumentation and length. Check it out and enjoy great charts at very reasonable prices. Sample- Quando, Quando, Quando- Trumpet Choir (Tpts. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8,…

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