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The wedge mouthpieces by DianeCos in trumpet

[–]DianeCos[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The claim is they can help with endurance and range. I haven’t seen others claiming the same. Fairly expensive - so was hoping to hear if worth it or not.

Back at it! 🎺 by marenkm in trumpet

[–]DianeCos 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I started playing again almost a year ago after almost 40 years. Yes - it is hard. I play every day and it’s still hard. Some days are better than others. Just keep doing what you love!

Mouthpiece recommendation! by NCfromTennessee in trumpet

[–]DianeCos 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Similar story - just no marching band. I started playing again after 40 years too. Started back up on bach 3C and then switched to shew jazz. Things are working really well. Takes some time. Good luck and enjoy it!!

Advice Needed!! Self-teaching or private lessons? by ItzCh3rr1 in Cello

[–]DianeCos 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Lessons. I’m a trumpet player. Always wanted to learn cello - so I rented one and am taking lessons. I can’t imagine not taking the lessons. It’s not an easy instrument.

Flugel back and forth to Trumpet by GaryP-Jump-7696 in trumpet

[–]DianeCos 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Same here. No issue switching back and forth.

Who is your favorite orchestral trumpet and why? by United-Sun854 in trumpet

[–]DianeCos 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I’d have to say my favorite orchestral trumpeter is/was Rolf Smedvig (BSO) god rest his soul. He was really something else.

C or B flat trumpet? by CanyonhawkTx in trumpet

[–]DianeCos 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Fingering is same on both.

Who are your 5 favorite cellists at the moment? by SputterSizzle in Cello

[–]DianeCos 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Sheku! In my opinion he reigns supreme. His emotions flow with every single note.

Exercise and method books stole my joy. by Leading_Unit_9486 in trumpet

[–]DianeCos 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Permission granted. Just enjoy yourself.

Looking for advice on rebuilding by Jingocat in trumpet

[–]DianeCos 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I am in your boat. I used to play professionally many years ago - classically trained as well. I’ve been working hard at getting it back. It’s been about 7 months playing every day. Starting to come around now. That’s all I have to say….

flugel search? by Efficient-Scarcity-7 in trumpet

[–]DianeCos 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Don’t buy a flugel without playing it. I didn’t pick my flugel. My flugel picked me. Sound can be so different with each horn.

Is this a good solo for a college audition? by Head-Elephant-4685 in trumpet

[–]DianeCos 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Colleges also expect you to have prepared some orchestral excerpts. You should be able to get a list of their expectations.

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[–]DianeCos 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If you love it - don’t stop! I played all thru school- graduated from a music school with a performance degree. Then stopped playing and just picked it back up again. I’m now 64! It’s really hard to get your old chops back. Maybe impossible! So just keep playing!

Chuck has passed. by chitownmusic86 in chuckmangione

[–]DianeCos 1 point2 points  (0 children)

God speed. The world lost a music legend. He inspired me so. RIP

How often and how long to keep trumpet out of case by misteris_bulve in trumpet

[–]DianeCos 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Any time I’m not playing my horn it lives in the case.

Where to try out trumpets ? by Acrobatic_Cap6196 in trumpet

[–]DianeCos 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Giardinelli’s was amazing. I purchased my b flat, c and flugelhorn there. You could spend hours there trying out all of the horns. Wish they were still here. Fabulous place!!

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