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For this first trumpet edition, we've chosen a handful of articles offering a glimpse into the lives and thinking of musicians who shaped trumpet history, capturing their experiences, convictions and reflections at different moments in their careers. Some can really be surprising!

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Trumpet • Technique

Maurice André, better than ever!

By Jean-Pierre Mathez

Maurice André, better than ever!

For his return to Grand Echiquier in 1987, Maurice André discusses his choice of repertoire, concert preparation and daily work on trumpet sound and technique.

(BB 60, 1987)

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Trumpet • Technique

Practical Hints

By James Stamp

Practical Hints

Short, practical insights from James Stamp, often just a few sentences and an exercise. A series of concise observations and ideas to explore at the instrument.

(BB 30, 1980)

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Trumpet • Encounters

Roger Delmotte • A French Trumpet Player

By Jean-Pierre Mathez

Roger Delmotte

Roger Delmotte reflects on the French trumpet school, changes in orchestral sound and his work preparing young players for orchestral careers and competitions.

(BB 59, 1987)

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Equipment

Flesh meets metal 2 • The rim width

By John Stork

Flesh meets metal 2

Mouthpiece rim width and contour affect brass players’ response, flexibility and endurance, with different lip shapes calling for different rim designs.

(BB 60, 1987)

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Trumpet • Encounters

Wynton Marsalis • Interview

By Jean-Pierre Mathez

Wynton Marsalis

At Montreux in 1987, Wynton Marsalis condemns commercial pop culture and defends the transmission of jazz traditions through education and close attention to its masters.

(BB 59, 1987)

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