Why learn to transpose? Transposition is a fundamental skill of all professional trumpet and horn players, particularly those who play in orchestras. Historically, brass instruments (other than the trombone and its…

How much mouthpiece pressure is necessary? How much is ideal?The short answer is, "as little as you can get away with." The longer answer is more complex.Mouthpiece pressure affects endurance,…

About Perfect Pitch Some people have what is referred to as “perfect pitch”, which is really a very highly refined pitch memory. These people can name notes that they hear,…