CONTROLLING AIRFLOW IS THE MOST CRITICAL ASPECT OF PLAYING Without controlling airflow it is impossible to play well. Brass instruments are fueled by focused air which creates the buzz. Air-flow heavily influences how high, low, loud, soft, expressively (musically) you can play, how long you can play a phrase and how the instrument will sound. […]
Month: April 2020
GOOD POSTURE ALLOWS AIR TO FLOW FREELY
The Importance of Good Posutre Playing a brass instrument well involves focus, concentration, energy and above all free airflow from your lungs to your lips. This is achieved through a good posture. Poor posture will make it difficult to do all of these things. When Sitting Sit up straight, but relaxed – don’t sit up […]
HOW TO HOLD YOUR TROMBONE
Hold your trombone like you are serious about playing Holding your instrument correctly every time you play sets you up to play at your very best. It allows good airflow, posture and placement of the instrument on the lips. And most importantly, it allows you to operate the slide freely. Learn how to hold your […]
CARE OF YOUR INSTRUMENT
Taking good care of your instrument will keep it looking like new Brass instruments will last for a lifetime if you take good care of your instrument. The biggest risk to an instrument is when it is out of its case. Instruments scratch and dent easily, so be sure not to allow them to bump […]