Generated by All in One SEO v5.0.0.1, this is an llms.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site. # Trumpet Routines by Bruce Barrie Trumpet Performance and Pedagogy ## Sitemaps - [XML Sitemap](https://trumpetroutines.com/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website. ## Pages - [Welcome](https://trumpetroutines.com/) - Trumpet Routines A collection of daily routines that cover basic skills to help you perform better and have more fun playing the trumpet. By Bruce Barrie Associate Professor (retired)Seoul National UniversitySeoul, Republic of Korea View Daily Routines Read About Bruce Be your best as a brass player! Musician and Professor Grammy award winning trumpeter, Bruce - [Daily Routines for the Student Trumpet Player](https://trumpetroutines.com/home/daily-routines-for-the-student-trumpet-player/) - Daily Routines for the Student Trumpet Player is designed to help you develop and maintain your fundamental trumpet skills. To use Daily Routines, simply play one routine each day; since there are a total of eight routines, you may choose a different routine each day and have extra for variety each week. Topics include: Long - [Blog](https://trumpetroutines.com/blog/) - July August 2021 View More » May June 2021 View More » March/ April 2021 View More » January/ February 2021 View More » December 2019 View More » October 2019 View More » August 2019 View More » July 2019 View More » September 2019 View More » June 2019 View More » - [Resources](https://trumpetroutines.com/resources/) - Helpful materials for your trumpet journey… The Musician’s Way: A Guide to Practice, Performance, and Wellness – Gerald Klickstein Oxford University Press 2009 “I predict that The Musician’s Way will be an instant classic. It is the most useful, comprehensive book I have ever read on developing the skills of a successful performer. Every - [July August 2021](https://trumpetroutines.com/fyi/july-august-2021/) - Practice Practice is all about gaining additional control on your instrument. The goal is to make playing seem easy to the listener. Lip flexibilities are often approached in a very athletic manner. Training muscles to perform exactly can be instead thought - [May June 2021](https://trumpetroutines.com/fyi/may-june-2021/) - Practice Playing lip flexibilities well involves correct flow of air and quick specific adjustments to lip tension. I believe there is some additional benefit to be gotten by also tonguing the lip flex patterns. Practice first for a beautiful sound, in - [March/ April 2021](https://trumpetroutines.com/fyi/february-march-2021/) - “We do not learn by experience, but by our capacity for experience” the Buddah Practice One of the things that has helped me have endurance and to develop range is practicing lip flexibilities. Most trumpet players start their study of lip flexibilities with pages 42 – 47 - [January/ February 2021](https://trumpetroutines.com/fyi/january-2021/) - Clear goals are a key to success. Practice Intervals Arban Complete Method for Trumpet (Goldman/Smith edition) pages 125-129 St Jacome Complete Method for Trumpet (pages 157- 161) Stamp Basic Warm-ups & Studies (No. 3 the last line) All - [December 2019](https://trumpetroutines.com/fyi/archive/december-2019/) - Practice A new find for me, although published in 2012, is a wonderful book by Fernando Morais. Pequenos Estudos Brasileiros para instrumentos de metal (Brazilian Short Studies for Brass Instruments – edition MusiMed ISBN: 978-85-7092-036-2). Compilations of the Brazilian Songbook and - [October 2019](https://trumpetroutines.com/fyi/archive/october-2019/) - Practice Intonation and tuning are ALWAYS important. No amount of words I write can really help you, compared to sitting down with a good teacher. Here are a few starting places to begin becoming familiar with terms and approaches. It - [August 2019](https://trumpetroutines.com/fyi/archive/august-2019/) - Practice We all know that the extreme registers, both low and high on the trumpet can be challenging. Everyone’s idea of low and high is different based on experience, number of years playing and the type of music and part - [July 2019](https://trumpetroutines.com/fyi/archive/1627-2/) - Practice On the rare day that I do not feel like practicing, I take the trumpet out of the case and just hold it. As I stare at the trumpet little bits of melody start in my head. I often think my - [September 2019](https://trumpetroutines.com/fyi/archive/september-2019/) - Practice This month I have been reviewing pages125 -129 in the J.B. Arban Method. I like to play them slowly and try to move my embouchure as little as possible. Especially as the intervals become wider. Try to keep the - [June 2019](https://trumpetroutines.com/fyi/archive/june-2019/) - Practice Perspective can be a wonderful thing. I saw this video ad felt it had so many great ideas and answers that many young players would benefit greatly to hear. For those of us further along the journey it can provide positive - [May 2019](https://trumpetroutines.com/fyi/archive/may-2019/) - Practice For the love of melody. We all practice technique and try to play very difficult pieces. What often makes the biggest different to an audience is the ability to play a simple melody with emotion to communicate the strong feelings - [April 2019](https://trumpetroutines.com/fyi/archive/april-2019/) - Practice Practice is really about problem solving no matter what you are trying to learn or accomplish. Keeping the solution to a problem simple helps the mind to approach the solution willingly and with clarity. A procedure that can be organized - [March 2019](https://trumpetroutines.com/fyi/archive/march-2019/) - Practice Question: what are we trying to say/communicate as we play our solo? How can we think about our presentation and practice to improve our understanding and the impact to our listener? Often when we try to get all the right notes, we forget to think of the whole story that we are telling to - [February 2019](https://trumpetroutines.com/fyi/archive/february-2019/) - Kristian Steenstrup, trumpet. Eriko Takezawa, piano Music: https://imslp.org/wiki/Prélude_et_ballade_(Balay,_Guillaume) Of Interest Ryan Anthony trumpet, CONCERTO FOR HOPE - Concerto #3 by James Stephenson Marc Delmas Choral and Variations Philip Smith trumpet; Joseph Turrin, piano Caleb Hudson Trumpet - Bach Partita Thomas Hammes trumpet, Trumpet Concerto in D Major, "Estienne Roger 188": III Bernard Soustrot trumpet, Jacques - [January 2019](https://trumpetroutines.com/fyi/archive/january-2019/) - Practice I would like to share a short article and a fun video with you. Both should give you thoughts on how to think about your practice. The video should make you laugh, but there is more to consider than just it’s entertainment value. Quality versus Quantity, deciding which - [December 2018](https://trumpetroutines.com/fyi/archive/december-2018/) - Practice One of the things that helps my playing came from a touring experience with the Chestnut Brass. Chestnuts definitely were foodies. We would search out some particular food and focus on it; like we had a banana cream pie - [November 2018](https://trumpetroutines.com/fyi/archive/november-2018/) - Practice I spend time each month thinking and reflecting on my trumpet life as a player and as a teacher. I try to draw from those experiences and share things to be helpful to others in their musical journey. My motto often is: Keep - [October 2018](https://trumpetroutines.com/fyi/archive/october-2018/) - Practice Everyone wants to play better, but how we each go about achieving ‘better’ can affect our end result. If you are trying to tongue faster, play a higher note, play louder or anything else, please read this article. https://jamesclear.com/slow-gains I know people who have lists of goals - [September 2018](https://trumpetroutines.com/fyi/archive/september-2018/) - Practice Practicing can be an adventure and meeting expectations is a confounding experience for many. What do I practice, what is the goal, how do I know what to do or if I am doing the right thing? So many - [August 2018](https://trumpetroutines.com/fyi/archive/august-2018/) - Practice Each day it is important to find balance in your practice. Sometimes there is just not enough time to work on all aspects of your playing that need attention. Sound, range, endurance and pitch are so fundamental that they - [July 2018](https://trumpetroutines.com/fyi/archive/july-2018/) - Practice I believe that the better you know your fundamentals the more fun you will have playing the trumpet. How you practice, if done creatively, can be fun, too! When you see an exercise, think of it as only a - [June 2018](https://trumpetroutines.com/fyi/archive/june-2018/) - Practice As we play technical passages of double or triple tonguing, the melody lacks clarity. One needs to listen very carefully to hear what is out of sync or out of balance. It could be air flow, the steady rhythm - [May 2018](https://trumpetroutines.com/fyi/archive/may-2018/) - Practice My practice is divided between what I can not do and maintaining what I can do. I try to be methodical and having seen the organizational skills at work of Mr. Frank Kaderabek, I feel I am on a good - [April 2018](https://trumpetroutines.com/fyi/archive/april-2018/) - Practice What is my goal? What is my standard? How do I move forward? These are very important questions. If you wish to play well, you must practice. How you practice and what you practice determine your results. Although these statements - [March 2018](https://trumpetroutines.com/fyi/archive/march-2018/) - Practice Much of what we do in the practice room involves listening, evaluation and repetition. For those moments where we have the opportunity to be creative, we may find ourselves limited do to lack of experience. By learning to think in a larger context we can see more - [February 2018](https://trumpetroutines.com/fyi/archive/february-2018/) - "BEST SOUND" Practice Question: What will be the correct tempo of an etude or solo? I ask this question of my students because my students often say “I heard it that way on YouTube”. YouTube is a good tool, and the tempo may indeed be a - [January 2018](https://trumpetroutines.com/fyi/archive/january-2018/) - trumpetroutines.com "BEST SOUND" Happy new Year- wishing you a wonderful 2018! Practice When we begin our musical studies a common refrain we hear is “Learn your scales!” While this is true, we do not hear a direction toward a next step. To know your scales is - [December 2017](https://trumpetroutines.com/fyi/archive/december-2017/) - Happy Holidays to you in whatever manner you celebrate the season. I wish you love, joy and meaningful time with friends, family and yourself. Take a moment and be thankful for what makes you smile and laugh. Find more things in your life to be thankful for and - [November 2017](https://trumpetroutines.com/fyi/archive/november-2017/) - Practice When I was in third grade, Mrs. Smith was my reading teacher and she was tasked with helping everyone to read better. One day, Mrs. Smith said to me that I was moving my lips and mouthing every word that - [October 2017](https://trumpetroutines.com/fyi/archive/1296-2/) - What will you do to get good… Practice For most players playing in the upper register with a beautiful sound requires careful study and practice. In part, I believe many carry the baggage of having been younger players that wanted results fast and didn’t take enough time to - [September 2017](https://trumpetroutines.com/fyi/archive/september-2017/) - If every day we try to improve one thing in our playing one percent, eventually almost anything may be accomplished. Practice I was very lucky to have had private lessons and with really wonderful teachers! Yet as I reflect back on my - [August 2017](https://trumpetroutines.com/fyi/archive/august-2017/) - Practice Many trumpet players, myself included, practice studies from Herbert L. Clarke’s book Technical Studies for the Cornet. As a young student studying with Samuel Krauss (principal trumpet Philadelphia Orchestra 1946-1960), Clarke’s Study No. 1 was one of the exercises used - [July 2017](https://trumpetroutines.com/fyi/archive/july-2017/) - The website also covers the other 360 Austin activities like the recreational activites , the unique arts of Austin, the list of famous spas with recent discounts etc. canadian levitra Call your doctor immediately in case you experience-* cheapest cialis Sudden hearing loss chest pain or heavy feeling, pain spreading to the arm or shoulder, - [June 2017](https://trumpetroutines.com/fyi/archive/june-2017/) - Special note and shout out!! A wonderful opportunity for those looking for a challenge- you will be practicing, so consider advancing your career! No one can know everything. When you don’t know something, you can ask someone or you - [May 2017](https://trumpetroutines.com/fyi/archive/1219-2/) - A follow up from last month’s focus, http://www.jayfriedman.net/articles/dynamicism will give you some additional ideas to help you in practicing crescendos/diminuendos! Jay Friedman, principal trombonist with the Chicago Symphony, has a tremendous site with many helpful articles that are worthy of exploration . Practice To practice is to attain or maintain skills with the - [April 2017](https://trumpetroutines.com/fyi/archive/april-2017/) - Practice This month I would like to consider two important and basic ideas. Many young trumpet players will study out of the James Stamp book. I myself have found it extremely helpful. Professional players can often be heard using the Stamp material in their warmups. However, when I ask a young player how the book - [March 2017](https://trumpetroutines.com/fyi/archive/march-2017/) - Practice STUDYING WIDE INTERVALS What do you do when your Arban book opens to page 125? The study of intervals is really important and once you get going with the project it can be fun too! Please note at the bottom of the page are suggested articulations to - [February 2017](https://trumpetroutines.com/fyi/archive/february-2017/) - Please note, that although I often suggest specific pages in the J.B. Arban Complete Method for Trumpet to practice (because almost everyone has the book); I do believe that over time you should build your own wonderful music library that inspires you to find fun challenges and practice - [January 2017](https://trumpetroutines.com/fyi/archive/january-2017/) - Practice Hypothetically- You are going to play Rustiques by Eugene Bozza. Here are some thoughts/suggestions that may help you with this piece. Such approaches, question/solutions may also remain strong considerations for other repertoire too. Beginning to practice a new piece: Listen to a recording if possible; Look up - [December 2016](https://trumpetroutines.com/fyi/archive/december-2016/) - ATTITUDE Scott Hamilton – Olympic Skater http://people.com/sports/scott-hamilton-facing-third-brain-tumor-diagnosis/ I felt that this story should be inspiring to all of us. Obviously dealing with cancer is an extreme challenge; but the “Get up” statement can apply to all the things we must do that we feel are not easy. - [November 2016](https://trumpetroutines.com/fyi/archive/november-2016/) - Some thoughts… Practice Wynton Marsalis - Discipline and Practice “Something you have to do” “Systematic going through deficiencies” It is suggestible that one can treat the problem with the boon of cialis in http://mouthsofthesouth.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/MOTS-Zevnik-10-19-13-sale.pdf. The online viagra australia treatment depends on the severity of the problem. This - [October 2016](https://trumpetroutines.com/fyi/archive/october-2016/) - Mind-rainbow - digital photo image altering by B. Barrie As I reflect on my method of practice and the development of my playing the trumpet, I think about how important the process itself is. I wish to communicate that to those others that are looking for guidance or suggestions. - [September 2016](https://trumpetroutines.com/fyi/archive/september-2016/) - The fall can be a time for finishing the remaining chores of summer or developing strategies for closing the year with strength. Are you making progress on your “list of goals” for the year? Ask the good question and find a great answer, then go into the practice - [August 2016](https://trumpetroutines.com/fyi/archive/august-2016/) - Morpheus Walking- B. Barrie Practice Do you ever think about the ornaments that might occur in an upcoming piece? The Simple or Long Appoggiatura; the Short Appoggiatura or Grace Note; Portamento; Double Appoggiatura; the Turn; Trill or Mordent- all are wonderful ornaments that can bring such character to music. - [July 2016](https://trumpetroutines.com/fyi/archive/july-2016/) - Practice Often we “practice” what is fun to play or the things that we can already do. This is helpful in that it can give us confidence in our playing. The down side to this approach is that we may not practice all of what we may need. I was turning randomly through my Arban - [SONGS WITHOUT WORDS Gabriel Faure](https://trumpetroutines.com/trumpet-routines-tips-and-hints/songs-without-words-gabriel-faure/) - MOUNTAIN PEAK MUSIC SONGS WITHOUT WORDS Gabriel Faure Edited and Arranged by – WILLIAM STANLEY Trumpet Version Edited by - Bruce Barrie with Foreword by - Eric Aubier Includes: CD containing Audio MP3 of the Accompaniments and a Printable PDF of the piano score “Finally, an intelligent method! This book requires reflection - [June 2016](https://trumpetroutines.com/fyi/archive/june-2016/) - Radiant Color by B. Barrie June – it is hard not to think of summer band concerts- I have played many and I have been an audience member too. Band concerts, swimming in the ocean and cook-outs are some of my best summer memories. Play in a summer band - [May 2016](https://trumpetroutines.com/fyi/archive/may-2016/) - May is a tricky kind of month with weather in many places. Days can be warm and nights cold. In Colorado, a few warm days can be followed by some snowy days. It is a good thing to sit in your practice space and work - [April 2016](https://trumpetroutines.com/fyi/archive/962-2/) - Every day each of us have opportunities to explore and reach out, you can find some time to let your imagination have a chance to expand in a new and marvelous way. "Light Dancers" was a fun exploration of the manipulation of neon lights with a camera. No photo shop- just taking in the - [March 2016](https://trumpetroutines.com/fyi/archive/march-2016/) - Challenge yourself and try something new in a creative way. Perhaps draw a picture, take a photo, make something out of wood or paper; write a poem or story. Every creative endeavor will help to expand how you think, how you see, what you hear. Everything you do will be enhanced. - [February 2016](https://trumpetroutines.com/fyi/archive/february-2016/) - You can always find something to do if you play the trumpet! There is no reason not to be excited about practicing or playing the trumpet. Ask a good question and the answer will tell you what to do next... Practice – Minor scales, as with so many things, the more you do them the - [Universidado de Costa Rica Mayo 2015](https://trumpetroutines.com/trumpet-routines-tips-and-hints/presentations/universidado-de-costa-rica-mayo-2015/) - Universidado De Costa Rica Escula de Artes Musicales Recital de Trompeta y Piano Dr. Bruce Barrie Alonso Saavedra, piano Concerto "St Mark" Tammaso Albinoni arr. Jean - [January 2016](https://trumpetroutines.com/fyi/archive/january/) - Ricco Kühn Corno da Caccia in Bb visit chestnutbrass.com - see "News" for more information Practice – Since the early 1990’s I have been saying the phrase to students “Sing, Buzz, Play” – over the next few months I will talk about that concept/process because I think it can help - [December 2015](https://trumpetroutines.com/fyi/archive/december-2015/) - The year will shortly come to a close... Happy Holidays to you- I hope you enjoy time with family and friends and can reflect positively on this year 2015. Practice Many of the wonderful trumpet solos that we hear in film soundtracks involve being able to play slurs on intervals over an octave in distance. - [November 2015](https://trumpetroutines.com/fyi/archive/november-2015/) - Trumpet Masterclass in Reykjavik Iceland Wonderful players - such beautiful sounds- A great place to visit! This month a variety of offerings and things to consider, some of them in 2 parts (to be continued)... Practice –“grace notes” I googled the term and this is one result: A grace note is a kind - [October 2015](https://trumpetroutines.com/fyi/archive/october-2015/) - Marceau & Cie Cornet in A visit chestnutbrass.com - see "News" for more information Here are some concepts to think about, some performances to give a listen and some things to practice,,, Practice – Scales, scales, scales… OK- then how about doing some arpeggios! J.B. Arban The Complete Conservatory Method for - [September 2015](https://trumpetroutines.com/fyi/archive/september-2015/) - F. Besson/ London Bb cornet visit chestnutbrass.com - see "NEWS" for more information Summer is now over and it’s time to make up some goals to accomplish this fall. Enjoy practicing and have that practice make a difference. Set your goals and make a plan to realize them. Practice A few - [August 2015](https://trumpetroutines.com/fyi/archive/august-2015/) - Selmer Eb Petit Bugle visit chestnutbrass.com - see News for more information Practice – August means the end of summer…then the return to school. Are you ready? Hopefully you had some fun practicing your trumpet this summer. Perhaps you accomplished some of your goals, too! Maybe it would be smart to - [July 2015](https://trumpetroutines.com/fyi/archive/july-2015/) - W. J. Dyer "Diamond" Bb cornet visit chestnutbrass.com - see News for more information July - the summer is going by quickly. Be sure to review your trumpet practice goals and stay focused! Practice – Technical challenges can be made more approachable by how and what we practice. Multiple tonguing sections - [June 2015](https://trumpetroutines.com/fyi/archive/june-2015/) - Lowell Greer Baroque Horn visit chestnut brass - go to "News" to learn more 1.) Practice - We all should be practicing to improve our playing, but sometimes it can seem daunting and even frustrating to get things accomplished. Let’s think of an approach on a small scale this month. How about - [May 2015](https://trumpetroutines.com/fyi/archive/may-2015/) - John F. Stratton saxhorn in Bb visit chestnut brass - go to "News" to learn more May is now here. That means school is almost done and many are thinking of summer vacation and fun projects. I hope you are getting ready to make your plan for summer practice so that - [April 2015](https://trumpetroutines.com/fyi/archive/april-2015/) - John F. Stratton "OTS" saxhorn in Eb visit chestnut brass - go to "News" to learn more Spring is considered a time of re-birth and positive change. Are you working on fundamental things in your playing to achieve your goals? 1.) Practice Looking for your “Best Sound”? It is a journey - [March 2015](https://trumpetroutines.com/fyi/archive/march-2015/) - W. F. Seefeldt saxhorn in Bb visit Chestnut Brass - go to "News" to learn more The cold weather continues, some sunny days, some snow- it is expected…quietly we should go about our business of practicing. Set your goals, develop a plan, and continue with thoughtful practice. Re-evaluate as needed! Practice- The - [February 2015](https://trumpetroutines.com/fyi/archive/february-2015/) - What trumpet has this medallion on it's bell? visit Chestnut Brass - go to News & Tips (answer) It is now February, it is cold and I am beginning to work on my resolution!- I have a list of - [January 2015](https://trumpetroutines.com/fyi/archive/january-2015/) - Scherzer "D" Trumpet visit: Chestnut Brass go to "News" For many people, January is a time of making resolutions- and therefor planning for new goals and projects. Are you considering increasing your practice time? Finally learning all your scales? Working on double or triple tonguing? A fun new solo? - [December 2014](https://trumpetroutines.com/fyi/archive/december-2014/) - Besson Echo Cornet visit: Chestnut Brass go to "NEWS" This month, I would like to divide my thoughts into 4 different areas for your consideration. 1.) Practice 2.) Piece for Listening 3.) Of Interest 4.) Revisited. 1.) Practice In keeping with last month’s theme - [November 2014](https://trumpetroutines.com/fyi/archive/november-2014/) - F. Besson G/F Trumpet for more information visit Chestnut Brass Many young trumpeters do take weekly private lessons, but not everyone does for a variety of reasons. I hope that the information on this site can help us all get to play the trumpet better and enjoying both our - [October 2014](https://trumpetroutines.com/fyi/archive/october-2014/) - Eb Alto Valve Trombone see Chestnut Brass for more information Why do you play the trumpet? visit Chestnut Brass to find out the impact of this musician As a trumpet player and a teacher I have seen what remarkable things - [ARCHIVE](https://trumpetroutines.com/fyi/archive/) - I hope that the News & Tips section is both of interest and helpful... BCB - [September 2014](https://trumpetroutines.com/fyi/archive/september-2014/) - Serpent Visit: chcstnutbrass.com to learn more As you start back to school, set a variety of goals for the year, I would like you to consider adding a little extra study of history. In particular, trumpet history! How much about the history of the - [August 2014](https://trumpetroutines.com/fyi/archive/august-2014/) - Natural Horn after Stohr Visit: chestnutbrass.com to learn more Homage d' Abeille FUN FACT: The bee appears on over 250 coins from ancient Greece (above coin from Ancient Ephesus). As the summer comes to a close, think how many times you saw a bee - [July 2014](https://trumpetroutines.com/fyi/archive/july-2014/) - Anonymous Post Horn Horn of the Month Visit chestnutbrass.com to learn more Making a Practice Plan Kamagra jelly, soft tablets and effervescent are its popular and the most effective easy forms. - [June 2014](https://trumpetroutines.com/fyi/archive/june-2014/) - Walter Lawson Descant French Horn Horn of the Month Visit: chestnutbrass.com to learn more For most, school is out, maybe the warm weather has begun... it is summer! Summer for me has images of evenings at the local band shell. America has a great tradition of summer band concerts- - [May 2014](https://trumpetroutines.com/fyi/archive/may-2014/) - Mid-19th Century early valved trumpet (Chestnut Brass Company Collection) Visit: chestnutbrass.com to learn more *note valve order! I would like to provide you with some information about the International Trumpet Guild and an upcoming performance of the Chestnut Brass Company, with whom I perform regularly. This May 20-24, the International Trumpet - [April 2014](https://trumpetroutines.com/fyi/archive/april-2014/) - 1850 tuba visit - chestnutbrass.com to learn more. April 2014 As trumpet players we are often caught up in the search for high notes. If we have a balanced practice routine, and take time to let all aspects develop, given time amazing results should occur. Here are two videos that show- - [March 2014](https://trumpetroutines.com/fyi/archive/march-2014-2/) - Klemm & Bros Eb saxhorn visit- chestnutbrass.com to learn more. As many young trumpet players consider careers in music- where to go and who to study with are questions that need serious answers. In order to assist or at least create an awareness I am contacting trumpet players/teachers - [February 2014](https://trumpetroutines.com/fyi/archive/february/) - Gautrot Cornopean in Bb- visit- chestnutbrass.com to learn more. As many young trumpet players consider careers in music- where to go and who to study with are questions that need serious answers. In order to assist or at least create an awareness I am contacting trumpet players/teachers with a - [January 2014](https://trumpetroutines.com/fyi/archive/january-2014/) - Looking Back – Looking Forward The New Year is often a time of transition and reflection. One can review various projects, and their progress, and a re-alignment with goals can be taken. Think of the wonderful music that you have listened to or played this year. Are you advancing towards becoming the trumpet player and - [December 2013](https://trumpetroutines.com/fyi/archive/december-2013/) - Reflections- We all need to listen carefully to our own practice and performance. We advance our playing when we listen to other trumpet player’s wonderful qualities and incorporate them into our own practice and style of playing (That’s what the FYI section is all about). But, I also believe that the exploration into other music - [November 2013](https://trumpetroutines.com/fyi/archive/novemner-2013/) - As we approach the Holiday Season- most of us can reflect on many wonderful memories associated with family and the Holidays- some younger people will be gathering those memories for the future. For me, one of my favorite things is the brass music I will get to hear or play. For you to possibly - [October 2013](https://trumpetroutines.com/fyi/archive/october-2013/) - We all have favorite movies and often the music plays a vital role in the impact of the movies. Just hearing the wonderful trumpet players on the soundtracks can inspire us. Phil Collins, the former principal trumpet of the Cincinnati Symphony has given us a wonderful book to help us learn to play in the - [September 2013](https://trumpetroutines.com/fyi/archive/september-2013/) - September 2013 As we strive to develop in our playing a lyrical style, it is wonderful to have a knowledge of some of the beautiful opera literature. Here a two great recordings by the brass of the Metropolitan Opera Orchestra; some of the finest players in the world. Enjoy! The Metropolitan Opera Brass- Waltzes, Songs - [August 2013](https://trumpetroutines.com/fyi/archive/august-2013/) - The new school year is approaching, now is the time to match your goals with your action plan... A great new book by Wiff Rudd (Rhythm & Brass and Baylor University)- Collaborative Practice Concepts for Trumpet can help match your goals with your practice materials and time. The new materials and games are wonderful; but - [July 2013](https://trumpetroutines.com/fyi/archive/july-2013/) - FYI July 2013 In addition to building you library with recordings, it is possible to hear many wonderful performances on the internet. Here are some links to youtube.com that should make you want to practice more! Timofei Dokshizer Matthais Hofs Tine Thing Helseth Philip Smith, principal trumpet- New York Philharmonic Brass Tim Morrison, Maurice Murphy, - [June 2013](https://trumpetroutines.com/fyi/archive/fyi-june-2013/) - Project: make a Hose-O-Phone Yes a fun summer project. Visit the Chestnut Brass Company for the details to construct your instrument. Remember that 8 feet of tubing will build an instrument in the key of concert "C". You can play any of the repertoire from the baroque era (simple starters are: Trumpet Voluntary- Clarke or - [FYI](https://trumpetroutines.com/fyi/) - My goal with FYI- is to let you know fun trumpet items that have come to my attention. This could be music, recordings, Internet Left: Example of an instrument to be featured in the Collection of Instrument section of this website- Bb rotary cornet, William Seefeldt, Philadelphia maker (circa 1870) (page under construction) - [May 2013](https://trumpetroutines.com/fyi/archive/fyi-may-2013/) - New instrument- A new natural trumpet has been added to my collection (pitched in C and D- at 415 & 440): copy by Adolf Egger. Playing the natural trumpet can help your modern trumpet playing; and the very least you appreciate the evolution of the trumpet in a very up-close kind of way. Instruments like - [Sounds](https://trumpetroutines.com/trumpet-routines-tips-and-hints/sounds/) - Click on links below to hear performances by Bruce Barrie Sonatine-Prelude (mvt 1) Jean Francaix Harp of Tara Walter B. Rogers Angel Portraits Jay Krush - [Corrections: Daily Routines for the Student Trumpet Player](https://trumpetroutines.com/home/daily-routines-for-the-student-trumpet-player/corrections-daily-routines-for-the-student-trumpet-player/) - [Presentations](https://trumpetroutines.com/trumpet-routines-tips-and-hints/presentations/) - Presentations Recitals, Master-classes, Residencies “Bruce Barrie offers a varied array of possibilities as a guest artist. He brings a wealth of musical experiences that ensure a high level of artistry, including a niche not offered by other guests—his informative programs on the cornet and the historical instruments! His experience as a teacher comes through - [Testimonials](https://trumpetroutines.com/resources/testimonials/) - “As one who tried his hand at writing (and having published) a book for beginning trumpeters the challenge of making it clear and simple is grater than it may seem. Dr. Bruce Barrie’s new book Daily Routines for the Student Trumpet Player is a much-needed guide to help young players develop good practice skills. This - [Recital Program: Historical Trumpets](https://trumpetroutines.com/trumpet-routines-tips-and-hints/presentations/recital-program-historical-trumpets/) - [Links](https://trumpetroutines.com/resources/links/) - Places to visit: The Baroque Trumpet Shop Boulder Brass Chestnut Brass Company International Trumpet Guild Mountain Peak Music Bill Pfund Trumpets Jay Lichtmann Eric Berlin David Baldwin - [Crescendos and Diminuendos](https://trumpetroutines.com/home/daily-routines-for-the-student-trumpet-player/crescendos-and-diminuendos/) - Crescendo and Diminuendo Routine I- Musically, crescendos and diminuendos add drama to the music. On a practical level they help to develop air control, which makes almost everything easier to do on a brass instrument. An “E” scale is used to lay down the basics. A tuner can be a helpful tool and one needs - [Flexibility](https://trumpetroutines.com/home/daily-routines-for-the-student-trumpet-player/flexibility/) - Flexibility Routine I 2A and 2B focus on lip flexibility in the low register. Steady even air flow with subtle change in lip tension are key to developing ease of execution. The more you glide on the air the better the sound and the smoother the connections between the notes will be. Always use a - [Arpeggios and Chromatics](https://trumpetroutines.com/home/daily-routines-for-the-student-trumpet-player/arpeggios-and-chromatics/) - Arpeggios and Chromatics Routine I- The trumpet has been a fanfare and signal instrument throughout history. Arpeggios are the focus as the historical trumpet could only play the notes of the overtone series. Accuracy and correct intonation are the goal. A sound that is dramatic would be appropriate, play with your most beautiful and full - [Duets](https://trumpetroutines.com/home/daily-routines-for-the-student-trumpet-player/duets/) - The tablet is highly effective to eliminate effects generika cialis 20mg of male impotence on your sensual life yet these should be taken under following guidelines: * Take medicine on empty stomach before 45 minutes of lovemaking acts* Only one tablet should be taken in a day. Despite being of same type the uses and - [High and Low](https://trumpetroutines.com/home/daily-routines-for-the-student-trumpet-player/high-and-low/) - High and Low Playing Routine I- Balance between air and lip tension enables one to play the full range of the trumpet. 6A focuses on the air support the top note of the phrase; to keep a centered sound soft playing contrasts the loud. 6B helps to relax the embouchure; the octave slur is to - [Articulation](https://trumpetroutines.com/home/daily-routines-for-the-student-trumpet-player/articulation/) - Articulation Routine I- Clarity of attacks, “Best Sound” and good note releases should be a motto in your practice. 5A presents 6 scales and 7 rhythm patterns to combine in different combinations. If you know all your scales- substitute freely- and try to vary the range, some high, some low. 5B shows a simple way - [Intervals](https://trumpetroutines.com/home/daily-routines-for-the-student-trumpet-player/intervals/) - Intervals Routine I- Your aural skills and concentration play a big role in how you will accomplish the playing of intervals. Two measures establish the tonality and then you should hear in your head and sing what is to be played next. 4B is focus on accidentals- develop your short term memory. Routine II- a - [Long Tones and Buzzing](https://trumpetroutines.com/home/daily-routines-for-the-student-trumpet-player/long-tones-and-buzzing/) - Long Tones and Buzzing Routine I, IA is a classic beginning for buzzing on the mouthpiece. The Sing/Buzz/Play approach helps unfold many aspects of playing the trumpet. The Singing will foster musicianship/musical expression; increase aural skills and reinforce accurate pitch on the trumpet. The Buzzing aids in efficient air/lip coordination and enables the lips to - [Recital Program: The American Cornet](https://trumpetroutines.com/trumpet-routines-tips-and-hints/presentations/recital-programs/) - [Suggested Listening](https://trumpetroutines.com/resources/suggested-listening/) - Listening to great trumpet players will help you develop your “Best Sound”, learn trumpet repertoire, become a constructive listener and form and pursue goals. These are some of my favorite recordings you may want to get to build your own recording library. Look for these artists on YouTube too! Enjoy, I will change the list - [About Bruce Barrie](https://trumpetroutines.com/trumpet-routines-tips-and-hints/) - Grammy award winning trumpeter, Bruce Barrie, is a noted performer on modern and historical brasses, including the piccolo trumpet, keyed bugle, saxhorn, natural trumpet and cornetto. In addition to sixteen recordings with the renowned Chestnut Brass Company, Dr. Barrie is solo natural trumpet on the critically acclaimed Buxtehude Project (PGM), and is solo trumpet on