Chet BakerIn this post we’re learning about and listening to Chet Baker – another playlist entry in the Trumpet Listening Series. Start the playlist and listen along as you read this short post. If you’re really inspired, you may be interested in the recommended Chet Baker music to add to your personal listening library. Chet […]
About Brett
Brett Manges is the creator of eTrumpet Lessons. He has enjoyed playing, performing, and teaching the trumpet for nearly a lifetime.
Wait… Trumpet Music Used To Be Illegal?
The trumpet Real Book is one of the most common resources for jazz trumpet players, but it’s a great source of trumpet sheet music for players of all abilities. It’s also one I recommend for my students, especially those who are learning to play the trumpet on their own (without a band).
Trumpet Practice Strategy For Beginners
In working with my beginning trumpet students, there are two issues we commonly address regarding practice. The first is “how often/long should one practice?” The other is, “what happens during trumpet practice sessions?” I recently held a live online session to talk about developing an effective trumpet practice strategy. Scroll to the bottom for the replay […]
National Trumpet Competition
One of the events that brings out some great trumpet playing in the US is the National Trumpet Competition. It invites the best players, and includes divisions for Jr. High, High School, Undergrad, and Graduate level players, in addition to ensemble and jazz divisions. There’s even a division for “comeback trumpet players” over 28 […]
Miss Kansas To Play The Trumpet At Miss America Pageant
Becki Ronen, Miss Kansas and contestant in the upcoming Miss America pageant will be relying on her trumpet to help her win the coveted title. As reported by The Hutchison News, Miss Ronen is doing the pageant campaign, traveling, and giving clinics teaching music students how to play the trumpet. “Truly, my passion is music, […]
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