INSTRUMENT CHOICES
TRUMPET
ABOUT THE TRUMPET:
The trumpet is the smallest member of the brass family. The sound on trumpet is produced by buzzing into a small mouthpiece.
PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS:
While orthodontia is somewhat troublesome to a trumpet player, it is not impossible to make good sounds with braces. A slight overbite is okay, but an underbite can severely hinder progress on trumpet. Trumpet players come in all shapes and sizes.
OTHER CONSIDERATIONS:
Trumpet usually have the melody (recognizable part), therefore students who choose and are selected for trumpet should exhibit a confident demeanor, strong personality, and demonstrate a high level of self-motivation.
CELEBRITY TRUMPET PLAYERS
MONTELL OWENS - NFL PLAYER
DREW CAREY - GAME SHOW HOST
STEVEN TYLER - MUSICIAN