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Sunday, December 25, 2011
Wednesday, November 9, 2011
Trumpet Lessons from the loveable Clint Mclaughlin or POPS as he likes to be called
Take some online trumpet lessons


I can take a complex issue
and explain it in simple terms.
I do that in these new
Ebook Video Lesson Courses.





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Check out my article in the March 2010 issue of The International Trumpet Guild Journal. And My ITG Journal Jr. Article Jan 2008.
I answer Trumpet questions on my Facebook page at: Pops McLaughlin Facebook Trumpet Lessons page.
This is GREAT ! Trumpet 101.
If you're having trouble with endurance... listen and practice this.
Thanks Pops for spreading the gospel.
Bill Churchville ..... 6 Tours with Tower of Power.
If you're having trouble with endurance... listen and practice this.
Thanks Pops for spreading the gospel.
Bill Churchville ..... 6 Tours with Tower of Power.
More clips of my students.
Bach Brandenburg #2 Third mov
What is Hip
China Boy
Petrouchka
South of the Border
Alla Hornpipe
Pictures
Kurt's Double C Blues
I Got Rhythm
Carnival of Venice
My Funny Valentine
Hummel
Dallas Blues
Jingle Bells
Toreador
Vivaldi Concerto for 2 Trumpets Third mov
Java
Georgia
Tambourin
Pops Wit da Chops
Bach Brandenburg #2 Third mov
What is Hip
China Boy
Petrouchka
South of the Border
Alla Hornpipe
Pictures
Kurt's Double C Blues
I Got Rhythm
Carnival of Venice
My Funny Valentine
Hummel
Dallas Blues
Jingle Bells
Toreador
Vivaldi Concerto for 2 Trumpets Third mov
Java
Georgia
Tambourin
Pops Wit da Chops
I am pleased and honored to have my books, ideas and teaching mentioned and quoted and to have this site listed in the TOP 10 Trumpet sites in these books:
"Tongue Level & Air"
by Eric Bolvin
"Sound the Trumpet: How to Blow Your Own Horn"
by Jonathan Harnum
"Trumpet Greats"
and
"Trumpet Pedagogy"
by David Hickman
"Embouchure Enhancement" books
by Roddy Lewis
"Trumpeting by Nature: An Efficient Guide to Optimal Trumpet Performance"
by Jeanne, G Pocius
as well as in the International Trumpet Guild Journal, Overture, Windplayer many dissertationsand even several Utube teaching videos done by other teachers.
College students make years of progress in one lesson:
In two weeks my range has improved more than it has in 6 years, not to mention the improvements in tone, and endurance, which have been immense.
Kevin
In two weeks my range has improved more than it has in 6 years, not to mention the improvements in tone, and endurance, which have been immense.
Kevin
I have students improve at all ages:
Hi Pops...because of you and your books, my playing has NEVER been better, and I'll be 75 next month. Range, endurance...the works!
Bob
Hi Pops...because of you and your books, my playing has NEVER been better, and I'll be 75 next month. Range, endurance...the works!
Bob
People who were desperate are given hope:
Everything you showed me has helped incredibly. People that know me couldn't believe what a lesson could do. I basically was down to the point where I couldn't play at all. I would have given it up if someone had not suggested I come to see you.
Ed
Everything you showed me has helped incredibly. People that know me couldn't believe what a lesson could do. I basically was down to the point where I couldn't play at all. I would have given it up if someone had not suggested I come to see you.
Ed
Comeback Players get it together:
I am excited about playing the trumpet again! I now have a practical approach for my individual embouchure. Spending time with you was an enlightening experience.
Bill
I am excited about playing the trumpet again! I now have a practical approach for my individual embouchure. Spending time with you was an enlightening experience.
Bill
After reading, studying, and practicing the exercises from your books my trumpet playing went to a whole new level. My tone, intonation, and high range have never sounded better.
Dan
Dan
Things have gone well. Range, flexibility and endurance all much improved since the lesson. It has helped a great deal.
John
John
You're lesson has given me direction and more importantly....given me the knowledge to cut through all the BS on the internet.
Warren
Warren
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Here is a clip of Me playing part of the Hummel up 2 octaves. I start on F over High C and end on A over Double C.
Andrea Tofanelli & Greg Kuehn playing a duet. Andrea and I spent the day discussing embouchure and playing some exercises. http://www.andreatofanelli.com/
Rex Merriweather is in LA and has done Club, Studio, TV and Movie work. Years ago Rex came and told me that he wanted to be a pro. http://www.stunttrumpet.com/
Anne King is another LA musician. She has had many TV appearances and done tours with Guns and Roses, Don Henley, Ray Charles...http://www.anneking.net/Anne_King_Home.html
What can a trumpet lesson or a book really do?
I have trumpet professors quote me in print:
I finished a 500+ page book called "Trumpet Pedagogy: A Compendium of Modern Teaching Techniques." I have referenced many of your books.
David Hickman ..... Professor at ASU and past President of the ITG.
Teachers write trumpet books after taking lessons:
Doing great man! Your stuff really helped me. The tongue level thing is great. Guess I just kind of lost my way with it over the years since I did study with Claude. Anyway, working on a new book for students devoted entirely to tongue levels. Will give you props of course!
Eric Bolvin ..... Editor of Studio column for "ITG Journal", author "Tongue Level & Air"
Pops: You have single-handedly given me the confidence and the ability to meet - EXCEED my wildest dreams. When I first came to you I never would have believed I would tour with Maynard Ferguson!!!
Keith Fiala ..... Formerly with Maynard Ferguson, author of "Secrets To Efficient Brass Playing"
It was only after reading/playing your books, did I get the range thing!
Roddy Lewis ..... Author of "Embouchure Enhancement" books 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6.
Pros talk about it:
I met "POPS" on the Internet and he helped me through some frustrating problems that I was struggling with on the horn.
Herb Alpert ..... Sold 80 Million records, Grammy winner, star on Hollywood walk of fame.
Hey Pops, keep up the good work. Even us "old pros" need a little help every now and then. I check in with your site regularly. Thanks.
Bill Churchville ..... 6 Tours with Tower of Power.
Pops: I'm so glad I got your books - some great stuff in there for every trumpet player!!! Keep up the great work!!!
Kiku Collins ..... Recordings, tours with Beyonce, Michael Bolton...
Many, many thanks to you and your knowledge of the trumpet and the embouchure. It has helped me immeasurably since my lesson with you!
Mark Curry ..... Mouthpiece maker, former lead for Woody Herman, and Ray Charles.
Pops; Your book is just fantastic and thank you for inviting me to offer up some of my thoughts on the subject. Congratulations on a job well done.
John Haynie ..... Professor Emeritus University of North Texas 1950-1990
Mouthpiece buzzing to triple high C (2 octaves above high C.)
Aperture Tunnel and Buzzing.
Me explaining the air kick exercises from my 30 minute a day book to Andrea Tofanelli and Greg Kuehn.
Me reminding Keith Wood about stomach air kicks.
Me working with Keith Wood on Brandenberg II.
Pops The Trumpet Cop. A new cartoon series that explains playing techniques.
Keith Fiala told me several years ago that he wanted to play with Maynard; we had some work to do; but he made it. Keith has also written a book at http://www.brassplayersolution.com/
Pops: You have single-handedly given me the confidence and the ability to meet - EXCEED my wildest dreams. When I first came to you I never would have believed I would tour with
Maynard Ferguson!!!
Maynard Ferguson!!!
Keith Fiala
More Pros comment.
"Clint McLaughlin is one of the leading experts on embouchure. His books discuss many of the embouchures used by leading trumpet players. I consider his publications excellent resources!"
David Hickman ..... Regents' Professor of trumpet at Arizona State University, past President of the International Trumpet Guild and author of "Trumpet Pedagogy".
David Hickman ..... Regents' Professor of trumpet at Arizona State University, past President of the International Trumpet Guild and author of "Trumpet Pedagogy".
It is absolutely wonderful!!! May be the most complete book on embouchure ever compiled. You have done trumpet players a wonderful service!
Bill Knevitt ..... Author of a dozen trumpet books.
Check out Pop's trumpet books. This guy knows what he is talking about and can write it!!!! Thanks for all your intelligent advice.
Jim Manley ..... High note artist, recording star.
If they don't get it from reading this; then they should take up the sax.
Leon Merian ..... 60 years of pro trumpet playing.
Leon Merian ..... 60 years of pro trumpet playing.
Clint McLaughlin has distilled a lifetime of knowledge into these volumes--_PRACTICAL_ knowledge which deserves to be put into use in every trumpeter's practice room/studio. Don't waste any more time searching for the *ultimate guide to trumpet playing*. It has already been done.
Jeanne G Pocius ..... Embouchure Clinician and author of "Trumpeting by Nature".
You have said two things which have really helped me and have brought about an instant improvement in my trumpet playing. It's all 20% easier! So thanks again for your positive contribution to the brass world.
Eddie Severn ..... Recording star, teacher, and author of "Trumpet Solutions".
I think you're doing a great service for the brass community. I once heard that the art of teaching is in finding out how to explain the same thing in different ways to have it hit home for each individual student.
Matt Shulman ..... Trumpet Player, Composer, Inventor of the ShulmanSystem for Brass.

'Pops' (Clint McLaughlin)
I have had articles written for one of my books and testimonials from:
25 Authors of over 82 trumpet books;
61 college trumpet professors and noted teachers;
48 pro players who have recorded over 3,900 movie, tv and cartoon soundtracks;
9 trumpet embouchure clinicians;
3 Trumpet Guild presidents;
12 Trumpet Guild board members past and present;
8 mouthpiece and trumpet designers and makers.
61 college trumpet professors and noted teachers;
48 pro players who have recorded over 3,900 movie, tv and cartoon soundtracks;
9 trumpet embouchure clinicians;
3 Trumpet Guild presidents;
12 Trumpet Guild board members past and present;
8 mouthpiece and trumpet designers and makers.
Lynn Asper: Author of “A Physical Approach to Playing the Trumpet”; Trumpet Professor @ Grand Rapids Community College - http://www.trumpetbook.com
Thanks for the opportunity to be in your book.
Rick Baptist - Los Angeles Studio Trumpet player with 850 Movie and over 1000 TV and cartoon recordings.
Rick Baptist - Los Angeles Studio Trumpet player with 850 Movie and over 1000 TV and cartoon recordings.
John Bennett: 33 years playing lead trumpet in Vegas. Over 20,000 Shows
Seneca Black: Trumpet @ Lincoln Center Jazz Orchestra; - http://www.jazzatlincolncenter.org
Pops is one cool trumpet teacher. Here I am, a long time student of Claude Gordon and what's my problem?? Tongue levels!! Pops diagnosed me right away and helped me out tremendously in a short time. And he didn't even have to change my embouchure!"
Thanks!!~
Eric BolvinThe Really Big Student Songbook
The Arban Manual
Tongue Level & Air
Thanks!!~
Eric BolvinThe Really Big Student Songbook
The Arban Manual
Tongue Level & Air
Joseph Bowman: Trumpet Professor @ Mahidol University College of Music - Host of 2005 International Trumpet Guild convention
Jim Buckner: Trumpet Professor @ Henderson State University; - http://fac.hsu.edu/bucknej/
Sam Burtis: Author of “The American Trombone”
Barbara Butler: Trumpet Professor @ Northwestern University - http://music.northwestern.edu/people/faculty/wind_perc/ wind_perc4.html
I was truly honored to have been asked by you to contribute to your trumpet book. I was named a Bach performing artist several months ago, it was in some part due to my contribution to your book.
Thanks again, - David Champouillon: Trumpet Professor @ East Tennessee State University; - champoui@etsu.edu;
Thanks again, - David Champouillon: Trumpet Professor @ East Tennessee State University; - champoui@etsu.edu;
Thanks for asking all of us to contribute to such an interesting study. I hope that we all learn something from the collection of ideas and opinions.
Kevin Cobb Trumpet @ American Brass Quintet - http://www.americanbrassquintet.org/
Kevin Cobb Trumpet @ American Brass Quintet - http://www.americanbrassquintet.org/
Many, many thanks to you and your knowledge of the trumpet and the embouchure. It has helped me immeasurably since my lesson with you!Mark Curry - Curry Precision Mouthpieces - http://www.currympc.com and former lead trumpet player with Ray Charles.
John Daniel: Trumpet Professor @ Lawrence University - http://www.lawrence.edu/conservatory/
Charles Decker: Trumpet Professor @ Tennessee Technological University - http://plato.ess.tntech.edu/music/trumpet/
I've been a pro brass player for nearly 25 years, Pops' tips and advice are always well thought out, useful, and lacking in the emotionalism, personal bias and hyperbole that are so common on the net. He's definitely an experienced trumpet player and teacher, and a resource to be valued.
Carl Dershem
Carl Dershem
Vince DiMartino: Trumpet Guild President 2002; Trumpet Professor @ Centre College - http://www.centre.edu/web/academic/faculty/dimartino.html
Nick Drozdoff: Author of “Embouchure Design”; Former lead trumpet with Maynard Ferguson - http://www.geocities.com/Vienna/Strasse/3698
When it comes to trumpet pedagogy (and my doctorate was in trumpet performance and pedagogy) Pops' information is excellent.
Regards, - Bryan Edgett - Trumpet Professor @ Eastern University - http://www.eastern.edu/academic/trad_undg/sas/depts/ music/BryanEdgett.html
Regards, - Bryan Edgett - Trumpet Professor @ Eastern University - http://www.eastern.edu/academic/trad_undg/sas/depts/ music/BryanEdgett.html
Jon Faddis: Trumpet Professor @ Purchase College, High Note Trumpet Artist - http://www.purchase.edu
Mic Gillette: Former Trumpet @ Tower of Power 19 years - http://hometown.aol.com/newvokid/links/index.htm - http://www.thefundamentals.com/"
Pops, you're a wealth of information on trumpet equipment & embouchure. I'm writing a new textbook for future public school music teachers (published by Prentice Hall), I'd like to quote you:
Thanks. - Thomas W. Goolsby, Coordinator Music Education Georgia State University - http://education.gsu.edu/coe/
Thanks. - Thomas W. Goolsby, Coordinator Music Education Georgia State University - http://education.gsu.edu/coe/
George Graham: Academy Awards Trumpet Player - http://www.trumpetgeorge.com
Matt Graves: Author of “Fundamental Flexibility Studies” - http://mattgraves.netfirms.com
Thanks for recommending the Berp. It seems to fit very well with your approach to practicing the trumpet.
Mario Guarneri - Trumpet fifteen seasons with the Los Angeles Philharmonic and hundreds of T.V. and motion picture soundtracks - http://www.berp.com
Mario Guarneri - Trumpet fifteen seasons with the Los Angeles Philharmonic and hundreds of T.V. and motion picture soundtracks - http://www.berp.com
Nick Hansinger: Assistant Personnel Manager, Detroit Symphony Orchestra
Pops; Your book is just fantastic and thank you for inviting me to offer up some of my thoughts on the subject. Congratulations on a job well done.
John Haynie - Author of "How to Play High Notes, Low Notes and All Those In Between". Professor Emeritus of Trumpet @ University of North Texas 1950-1990
John Haynie - Author of "How to Play High Notes, Low Notes and All Those In Between". Professor Emeritus of Trumpet @ University of North Texas 1950-1990
"Clint McLaughlin is one of the leading experts on embouchure. His books discuss many of the embouchures used by leading trumpet players. I consider his publications excellent resources!"
David Hickman Author of the new book "Trumpet Pedagogy".
David Hickman is a Regents' Professor of trumpet at Arizona State University, recording artist, author, past President of the International Trumpet Guild, founder of Summit Brass and as a trumpet virtuoso has appeared with over 400 orchestras around the world.
http://music.asu.edu/ http://www.hickmanmusiceditions.com/
David Hickman Author of the new book "Trumpet Pedagogy".
David Hickman is a Regents' Professor of trumpet at Arizona State University, recording artist, author, past President of the International Trumpet Guild, founder of Summit Brass and as a trumpet virtuoso has appeared with over 400 orchestras around the world.
http://music.asu.edu/ http://www.hickmanmusiceditions.com/
Clyde Hunt: Author of “Sail The Seven C's” ; Many CDs of trumpet Methods like Brandt or Schlossberg - http://www.bflatmusic.com
International Trumpet Guild Journal review of "Trumpet FAQ's". From a teaching standpoint, the questions asked are interesting, not only with respect to the various levels of performance, but in how topics are addressed by the author. Many answers are based on the philosophies of the late Don (Jake) Jacoby and his well known teachings and methodology.
Full review found in Vol. 26, No. 2 January 2002 Trumpet Guild Journal
Full review found in Vol. 26, No. 2 January 2002 Trumpet Guild Journal
"Congratulations to Clint McLaughlin for this informative collection of professional opinions. "The Pros Talk Embouchure" is a helpful tool for better understanding both the differences and the common ground relating to the embouchure. It will hopefully lead to further candid discussions about this vital aspect of trumpet/brass performance.
Trumpet Guild Journal June 2004 - http://www.trumpetguild.org/
Trumpet Guild Journal June 2004 - http://www.trumpetguild.org/
Walt Johnson: Author of “Double High C in Ten Minutes”; Trumpet high note artist; replaced Bill Chase on his band; many movie soundtracks - http://members.aol.com/vikster288/jazz/johnson.htm
All the air and chops instruction is right on...just like Jake would've done it!John Julian - Long time trumpet student of Don Jacoby
It is absolutely wonderful!!! May be the most complete book on embouchure ever compiled. You have done trumpet players a wonderful service!
Bill Knevitt - Author of several trumpet method books including: "The Truth About How To Play Double High C On Trumpet". - http://www.ultratrumpet.com/
Bill Knevitt - Author of several trumpet method books including: "The Truth About How To Play Double High C On Trumpet". - http://www.ultratrumpet.com/
John LaBarbera: Trumpet with Buddy Rich band; Professor @ University of Louisville - http://www.louisville.edu/music/jazz/
Lucinda Lewis: New Jersey Symphony; Author of “Broken Embouchures” - http://www.Embouchures.com
It was only after reading/playing your books, did I get the range thing! I assure you that it was only your book (and Mr. Jacoby's) which gave me the help I needed.
Roddy Lewis - Author of "Embouchure Enhancement" vol 1,2 and 3, 12 years playing trumpet in the West End in London - http://www.R-o-d-d-y-T-r-u-m-p-e-t.cC
Roddy Lewis - Author of "Embouchure Enhancement" vol 1,2 and 3, 12 years playing trumpet in the West End in London - http://www.R-o-d-d-y-T-r-u-m-p-e-t.cC
John Lynch: Author of “A New Approach to Altissimo Trumpet Playing.” Inventor of the "Asymmetric trumpet mouthpiece” - http://www.asymmetric-mouthpiece.com
Thanks for all your intelligent advice.
Jim Manley High Note Trumpet Artist - http://www.jimmanley.net
Jim Manley High Note Trumpet Artist - http://www.jimmanley.net
Gordon Mathie: Author of “The Trumpet Teacher's Guide” & “Drudgeries” (Routines for advanced wind players); Professor Emeritus of Trumpet @ Crane School of Music
If they don't get it from reading this; then they should take up the sax.
Leon Merian - Author of "Trumpet Isometrics", "The Man Behind the Horn"; Jet-tone personal trumpet mouthpieces. - http://www.jet-tone.com/merian.htm
Leon Merian - Author of "Trumpet Isometrics", "The Man Behind the Horn"; Jet-tone personal trumpet mouthpieces. - http://www.jet-tone.com/merian.htm
Gary Mortenson: Trumpet Professor @ Kansas State University, Publications Editor Trumpet Guild - http://www.ksu.edu/music/mortenson
Dennis Najoom: Principal Trumpet @ Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra, Trumpet Professor @ University of Wisconsin – Milwaukee; Trumpet Leadpipes and mouthpieces - http://www.Najoom.com
Vaughn Nark: 20 years lead trumpet with Airmen of Note - http://www.vaughnnark.com
I have played trumpet with Stan Kenton, Maynard Ferguson, and Buddy Rich. I was on Stan's band with Mike Vax and Jay Saunders. I've played trumpet at Universal studios on shows such as "Hawaii 5-0", "Gunsmoke", "Quincy", and "Incredible Hulk". I am delighted, and also more than just a bit nervous, to have a chance to share my thoughts on embouchure in such distinguished company.
Dennis Noday - author of "High Velocity Trumpet Playing" - http://www.cyberjaz.com/noday/
Dennis Noday - author of "High Velocity Trumpet Playing" - http://www.cyberjaz.com/noday/
Flip Oakes: Wild Thing Trumpet - http://www.flipoakes.com/ (This is the best Trumpet I have ever played. Pops)
Jim Olcott: Trumpet Professor @ Miami University, Former Trumpet Guild President - http://www.fna.muohio.edu/musweb/faculty/olcott/
Don't waste any more time searching for the *ultimate guide to trumpet playing*. It has already been done.
Jeanne G Pocius - Author of new book "Trumpeting by Nature", Teacher, Player and trumpet embouchure clinician - http://abel.hive.no/trompet/jeanne/
Jeanne G Pocius - Author of new book "Trumpeting by Nature", Teacher, Player and trumpet embouchure clinician - http://abel.hive.no/trompet/jeanne/
Chase Sanborn: Author of "Brass Tactics", "Brass Tactics Companion" & "Jazz Tactics"; Trumpet Artist; mouthpieces; Professor @ University of Toronto - http://www.chasesanborn.com
Arturo Sandoval: twelve Grammy nominations for trumpet playing; Trumpet Professor @ Florida International University - http://www.arturosandoval.com
Carl Saunders: Played trumpet with Stan Kenton, Maynard Ferguson, Harry James - www.carlsaunders.com
Jay Saunders: Trumpet with Stan Kenton, Army band in D.C.; TV and movies - Professor @ UNT - http://www.music.unt.edu/;
You have said two things which have really helped me and have brought about an instant improvement in my trumpet playing. It's all 20% easier! So thanks again for your positive contribution to the brass world.
Eddie Severn - Author of "Trumpet Solutions" and European trumpet artist. - http://www.eddiesevern.com
Eddie Severn - Author of "Trumpet Solutions" and European trumpet artist. - http://www.eddiesevern.com
I think you're doing a great service for the brass community. I once heard that the art of teaching is in finding out how to explain the same thing in different ways to have it hit home for each individual student.
Matt Shulman — Trumpet Player, Composer, Inventor of the ShulmanSystem for Brass - http://www.ShulmanSystem.com
Matt Shulman — Trumpet Player, Composer, Inventor of the ShulmanSystem for Brass - http://www.ShulmanSystem.com
Karl Sievers: Trumpet Professor @ OU School of Music, Principal Trumpet Oklahoma City Philharmonic, Board of Directors Trumpet Guild - http://music.ou.edu/applied/trumpet/trumpet.htm - http://www.selmer.com/trumpet/karl_sievers.html
"After nearly thirty years of pro and semi-pro trumpet playing, I thought I had seen it all. Clint is, without a doubt, a pro's pro! His "cyber teaching" has made him a living legend to all of us who have benefited from his vast knowledge of brass playing.
"Thanks Clint!" - Don Smith
"Thanks Clint!" - Don Smith
Richard Smith: Smith Watkins Trumpet - http://www.smithwatkins.com/
Dave Stahl: Lead Trumpet with Woody Herman, Count Basie, Buddy Rich - http://www.davestahl.com
Marvin Stamm: Trumpet with Stan Kenton and Woody Herman bands - http://www.marvinstamm.com
Michael Stewart: Author of “Courting the Upper Register” - http://www.stewmuse.com/ - www.geocities.com/Vienna/3612/StewHome.html
Andrea Tofanelli: Italian High Note Trumpet Artist; many TV shows in Europe - http://www.andreatofanelli.com/ - http://www.trumpetstuff.com/Home.html
Mike Vax: Lead Trumpet with Stan Kenton; Yamaha Trumpet model and mouthpieces. Recorded over 70 Albums - http://www.MikeVax.com - http://www.bigbandjazz.net
Robert Weast: Professor Emeritus of Trumpet @ Drake University; Author of “Keys to Natural Performance” and “Trumpet Players, Principles, Quotes and Commentary of Trumpet Players and Pedagogues From 1584 to the Present“.
From time to time someone will ask me if my material/lessons would be of any benefit to a "serious" or "legit" player. Some even think that strenuous lessons might ruin them in terms of tone, flexibility... So I asked a man who is a College teacher, symphonic player and ITG presenter if he had experienced anything like this from the lesson I gave him.
Here is his reply.
Here is his reply.
OK, let me respond as a college trumpet teacher who has 35 years of teaching under his belt:
HOGWASH!!
In order to play higher notes on the trumpet, you need to make the air go faster. This is just physics! The rule applies to "serious" trumpet players, "legit" trumpet players, "commercial" trumpet players, "lead" trumpet players, "jazz" trumpet players, "Dixieland" trumpet players, and even "country and western" trumpet players! You make the air go faster by blowing harder, by making your embouchure compress the air more, or by changing the size of the oral cavity inside your mouth. If you receive information that will help you do that, you will play higher and/or with greater endurance on the trumpet. The person who gives you that information doesn't even have to be a wind instrument player. Carmine Caruso didn't play the trumpet.
This attitude of someone "ruining" you may have several sources. One might be that people want to learn from someone who has the right pedigree. The only people who can possibly know anything are the people who teach at reputable universities, and have a Dr. in front of their name.
Let's see. That means that guys like Don Jacoby, Arnold Jacobs, and Phil Farkas didn't know what they were doing, right? None of those guys had an earned DMA.
Also, in order to be "ruined" by someone else, you have to give them complete control of yourself. You must be a willing participant, and have no mind of your own. This reduces learning to a process whereby one person simply pours knowledge into someone else's brain, and that "someone else" simply regurgitates the information forever after!
I prefer getting as much information as I can about something, and then sitting down and assimilating that information until I understand how it works, and how it applies to me. This process can take years, and it means that a lot of it is up to me! I believe, however, that learning this way leads to a deeper understanding, and it also happens to be a lot more fun! You get to have "ah ha!" experiences that way. (Oh! THAT'S what he meant!)
I have already gotten a boost in range and endurance from the one session that I had with you, and several of my students have gotten a similar boost. Pops keep putting that information out there.
James R. West
Louisiana State University - http://www.music.lsu.edu/
James West (Associate Professor of Trumpet). Mr. West has been at Louisiana State University since 1978, and began his career teaching trumpet at Arkansas Polytechnic College in the fall of 1969. Mr. West is currently the state chairperson of the National Association of College Wind and Percussion Instructors in Louisiana. He is Principal Trumpet with the Baton Rouge Symphony, and was the conference chairperson for the 1991 meeting of the International Trumpet Guild, and has presented clinics at several ITG conferences.
James R. West
Louisiana State University - http://www.music.lsu.edu/
James West (Associate Professor of Trumpet). Mr. West has been at Louisiana State University since 1978, and began his career teaching trumpet at Arkansas Polytechnic College in the fall of 1969. Mr. West is currently the state chairperson of the National Association of College Wind and Percussion Instructors in Louisiana. He is Principal Trumpet with the Baton Rouge Symphony, and was the conference chairperson for the 1991 meeting of the International Trumpet Guild, and has presented clinics at several ITG conferences.
John L. Worley, Jr.: Trumpet Professor @ San Francisco State University - http://johnworley.com/
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