Brass Bulletin No. 11

Jean-Pierre Mathez

A magazine for all brass players? Jean-Pierre Mathez tackles the challenge—and invites musicians to actively shape Brass Bulletin.

The Success

Jean-Pierre Mathez

At the height of his fame, Arban fights to reshape musical education—and to save the trumpet from disappearing.

Francis Orval

A different horn, a different approach: Francis Orval explores how an ascending 3rd valve reshapes technique, intonation and response.

René Périnelli

A dentist visit that changed everything: René Périnelli reveals how his teeth directly shaped his trumpet playing.

Jean-Paul Rocca

Your teeth are part of your instrument: a dental expert explains how they shape sound, technique and long-term health.

Daniel Perantoni

New music, new rules: Daniel Perantoni explores extended techniques, graphic notation and the evolving language of the tuba.

Robert Tucci

Why does the tuba sound different across Europe? Robert Tucci explores national styles, instruments and orchestral traditions.

Heinrich Huber

Did trombonists always use seven positions? Heinrich Huber reveals how history, theory and early music reshaped the slide.

Jean-Pierre Mathez

“You cannot explain music — you have to play it.” A rare and elusive encounter with horn player Ib Lansky-Otto.