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By Edward B. Kessel
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By Edward B. Kessel |
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High, bright, light and clear, the trumpet has a wonderful
sound and is a great instrument for any student entering the world of music.
A soprano horn, it is one of
the highest in pitch of all the brass instruments and is often featured on
the melody, which any instrumentalist, young or old, enjoys playing. Also,
the trumpet has fewer mechanical parts and is more durable than many other
instruments. Young trumpet students can enjoy making
music in a number of
ensembles including concert and marching bands, orchestras,
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jazz bands, brass quintets, large brass ensembles, rock bands, and solo
trumpet with piano. School music programs will offer many ensembles and
performance opportunities and are a great place to start.
The trumpet has been a prominent instrument throughout
history, heralding kings and queens, calling the cavalry to action, and even
bringing down the walls of Jericho in biblical times. Its earliest
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Editor’s Note:
“How to Buy a Trumpet” is a series of instructional
guides on the history and use of musical instruments
originally published by Musical Merchandise Review. MMR
granted permission to copy and distribute the article
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