Trumpets and baritones may seem similar at first look, but there are some major differences. I have played the trumpet for +30 years and my brother plays the baritone. Let’s uncover which is the easiest and which is the hardest to learn (and why!). Are Trumpets Or Baritones Harder to Learn? The baritone horn is […]
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Eastman trumpets have created quite a buzz online over the last decade because their quality has improved a lot. However, the discussion surrounding them is a bit complicated as their reputation hasn’t always been that good when looking at the trumpet models. Let’s get up to speed on how the Eastman trumpets perform today! The
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I have written before about the quality of Bach trumpets, and this time we will compare Bach and Yamaha trumpets. I’ve played a Yamaha trumpet for two decades and my older brother plays the Bach Stradivarius 37 (the most-sold professional trumpet). In this article, we take a deep dive into these two major trumpet brands
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Let’s look at whether you should choose the trumpet for your kids or yourself. There are many instruments to choose from, and what are the odds for success if you go for the trumpet? The trumpet is a wonderful and extremely popular instrument that you can use in so many settings, but exactly how hard
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The trumpet belongs to the family of brass instruments, and as the name indicates, most trumpets are made of brass. In this article, we dive into what brass is and which other materials you find in a trumpet. List of Materials In Trumpets Brass (copper and zinc alloy) Silver or gold lacquer Nickel* (for silver-brass)
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Where a trumpet is being made can say a lot about the quality of the product. It’s also nice to know if you prefer stuff that’s made in USA. We have listed the brands alphabetically! Allora Allora trumpets are mostly produced in China. Older horns and trumpets from the Allora brand were produced in Germany
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Trumpets have several moving parts that can corrode and break when not cared for properly. In this article, we take a close look at how long trumpets generally last and how we can make sure they last as long as possible. This Is How Long Trumpets Last Good quality trumpets will last around 60 years
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I sat right next to a guy playing a Besson trumpet for 8 years (in a brass band)so I know the Besson brass instruments well and I’ve played them many times. Here’s how the Besson models stacks up against other trumpet brands. The quality of Besson trumpets Besson trumpets are high-quality student trumpets which is
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Let me share my own experience and what I believe to be a good purchase when you have around $1,000 to spend on a trumpet. Hint: You can get some REALLY good stuff! How Did I Choose These Models? We have three trumpets in my family and I have played in a brass band for
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A big part of the brass instrument family can be categorized as horns, but not all of them. Let’s look at the differences between trumpets and horns. The Reason Why Trumpets Are Not Horns The trumpet is built around a tube with a constant diameter (cylindrical bore) whereas horns are constructed around a tube that
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