The first
thing we realize as young trumpeters is: We can play loud, louder than anybody
else in the band except the drummer. This is not surprising because Joshua’s
trumpets (Shofar) were blown loud at the battle of Jericho .The book of psalms
also said ‘with trumpets and sound of cornet make a joyful NOISE before the
Lord, the Ki...
Thursday, 18 April 2013
UNCOMMON FACTS ABOUT THE TRUMPET
Here are some facts about the trumpet that you may not know:1. A trumpet may seem short and compact when compared to larger brass instruments, such as the trombone, but this small instrument contains roughly 6 1/2 feet of tubing. That’s taller than the average human being, yet the instrument can fit comfortably in your hands.2. Trumpets are known...