Elementary Studies for Trumpet, Herbert L. Clarke

Elementary Studies for the Trumpet

Description
Preeminent cornetist, feature soloist, bandmaster, and composer Herbert L. Clarke (18671945) lays the foundation for a lifetime of trumpet mastery in this beginners guide. Clarke presents a thorough exploration of trumpet dynamics, artistry, and the subtle nuances of musical expression using thirty lessons and 116 simple exercises designed to build up the embouchure, a term applied to forming the lips, positioning the mouthpiece, strengthening and training the facial muscles, and acquiring endurance to produce a pure tone. Perfect for honing skills and building a solid repertoire, these annotated studies are arranged in order of complexity crucial for players of all ages, from students to teachers and anyone serious about trumpet performance.

Specifications
Composer Herbert Clarke
Instrument Group Trumpet, Cornet or Flugelhorn
Instrumentation Trumpet
Product Type Book 
Text language English
Publisher Dover Publications
GenreView Description Studies & Exercises
Year of Publication 2024
No. Pages 64
ISBN 9780486853949
UPC 800759853946
Edition Number 9780486853949