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Brass Instruments

Different Types of Tuba

January 22, 2021 By Bradley Leave a Comment

Different types and groups of tuba instrument.

The modern tuba that we see now being played in parades, concerts, and orchestras has its origins from the bass tuba patented in 1835 by German inventor Johann Gottfried Moritz and army bandmaster Wilhelm Friedrich Wieprecht. The valve mechanism has allowed the instrument to have a complete selection of notes, including a low range of […]

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Brass Instruments List

February 19, 2021 By Bradley Leave a Comment

Brass instruments, also known as labrosones, which accurately means “lip-vibrated instrument”, they create sounds with the reverberation and amplification of the vibration of the lips through a “tubular resonator“, made distinct by their size, sound, and material. Scholars and critics have often defined brass instruments with the sound it makes and not by the material […]

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How Much Does A Tuba Cost?

October 17, 2020 By Bradley Leave a Comment

Tuba player on the beach.

The tuba is a musical instrument that belongs to the brass section of an orchestra. From the brass family of instruments, the tuba is considered the grandfather of the family due to its massive size. It can be as short as 9 feet and as long as 18 feet. When played, it produces a rich, […]

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Trumpet Accessories List

January 22, 2021 By Bradley Leave a Comment

Different types of accessories for trumpet.

Musical instruments are not inexpensive, and many musicians spend a sizeable amount of their money to purchase their needed instruments. Adding up to these expenses are the costs of accessories necessary to make the instrument workable. The costs of these accessories pad up the total costs spent on instruments.  Take, for example, the brass instrument […]

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Trumpet Parts Diagram

January 22, 2021 By Bradley 1 Comment

Different parts and components of a trumpet.

Trumpets come in different types. There are piccolo trumpets that offer higher register, and there are bass trumpets that come with a lower range of registry. The trumpet, of course, has a long history, dating back to 1500 BC. During ancient times, armies frequently used it in battle. Hunters also used it in hunting. The […]

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How Many Notes Can a Trumpet Play?

January 22, 2021 By Bradley Leave a Comment

Trumpet player is practising notes and pitches.

In general, there are seven pitches that trumpet can play. And we will explore more in detail in this article. With only three valves of the trumpet, the general question of most beginners is how many notes this instrument can play. Out of all the brass instruments in an orchestra, the trumpet is one of […]

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Best Trumpet Mouthpiece Size for Beginners

January 23, 2021 By Bradley Leave a Comment

Different models of golden 7C trumpet mouthpieces.

The sound of the trumpet has a unique range that it can drown out other instruments in many bands most of the time. The trumpet mouthpiece plays a considerable part in helping a beginner player perform flawlessly. Its importance is quite similar to that of other instruments in what a bow is to a violin […]

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How To Clean A Euphonium

January 22, 2021 By Bradley Leave a Comment

Musician is disassembling, cleaning, washing and polishing Euphonium.

Knowing how to clean a euphonium and other brass instruments regularly is necessary to keep them looking great but sounding sharp. It is not enough to own a high-grade instrument and just rely on its superior quality material. Euphoniums are similar to cars, no matter how excellent the make is, if they are not washed […]

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How To Clean Trumpet Mouthpiece

January 22, 2021 By Bradley Leave a Comment

Clean and bright trumpet mouthpieces.

Just like anything that is in constant use, your brass instrument needs regular cleaning and maintenance. Bacteria, fungi, mold, gunk, and grime may accumulate in the different parts of your brass instrument, specifically, in the mouthpiece. Hence, you need to clean it regularly. Regular maintenance and cleaning, of course, can also prolong the usability of […]

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How Does a Trumpet Work?

January 22, 2021 By Bradley Leave a Comment

Musician is playing jazz music with trumpet.

Trumpets belong to the brass family of musical instruments. You will often see trumpets in jazz and classical musical groups. They also come in different types. You will get hold, for example, of a piccolo trumpet—the highest register of all trumpets. You will also see bass trumpets whose range of pitch is one octave lower […]

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