![]() Although you may feel silly, practicing this in front of a mirror is a great way to check yourself to make sure you're on the right track. Practice saying "mmm." and then add a little pressure between the lips, enough to form a slight frown. ![]() We'll need to form the correct shape with our mouth, which when playing is called the embouchure (pronounced "Omm-boh-sure"). A full fist around the mouthpiece tends to cause us to use too much pressure against the lips. We want to lightly hold it, just enough to steady it. Hold the mouthpiece by its shank (the long, narrow end) between your thumb and the index and middle fingers of your right hand. But let's start with just the mouthpiece. The trumpet is easy to assemble, as all you have to do is add the mouthpiece to the instrument. It's helpful to make sure you can name every major part of the trumpet. When you open the case, it will probably look something like this. Trumpets are used in all styles of music including jazz, classical, and popular. Its bright tone and strong projection make it perfect for upbeat, high-energy music. The trumpet is one of the most exciting instruments in the band.
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