Listen to "jazz" trumpet players...it's all about learning the language- exactly like speaking.
We imitate and repeat...playing along with recordings is the first step. Chet Baker's ballads worked well for me.
Transcribing the solos is next- not necessary to write the notes down but I like to analyze which note choices he used.
Learning music harmony is also beneficial- connecting the scales and chords for specific songs.
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RE: How do I begin to learn "jazz trumpet?"