If the intent of the moderator is to mirror TMs policy use, perhaps recruiting a prior TM moderator may also assist. Rowuk has many times offered his experience wtih monitoring as suggestions. Perhaps recruiting Rowuk to assist would be helpful, and I apologize to Rowuk in advance for suggestion he be drafted.
@vulgano-brother said in What are pedal tones on the trumpet?:
@trumpetsplus I've noticed that the mouthpieces that work best on a given trumpet, the ones that make the trumpet "sing," make for an easy in-tune Pedal C.
Agreed: Using anything else risks producing a puddle tone.
Lower notes require more open embouchure. So you will need to relax the lower jaw and open the throat more to adjust to producing more airflow.
I stopped looking once I took delivery of my Harrelson. There is no better modern horn that I have played, with a range of versatility, amazing dynamics and slotting control and design options that allow for fine adjustments. With that said, my Martin Committee still is the one. That horn really understands me.
@Dr-Mark said in Laughter is the Best Medicine:
One time a physician came to me bleeding from a nasty gash and asked me "What do I do!?!"
I responded by saying "Doctor, you need to suture self.Thank you Thank you, Remember, I do weddings and bar mitzvas. Don't forget to tip your waitress and Goodnight!
Ha Mark... That one left me in stitches!
@Kehaulani said in Seeking input on Rules:
...until this forum has more meaty topics.
The dearth of responses to such topics says to me that either there is no interest even if useful, or beyond a poster's knowledge.
...The alternate is more distraction with superfluous material.
I think with a new forum we have yet found this balance. Perhaps when we are offered more meat choices on the menu this will happen. And superfluous material is a necessary balance... kinda like the sauce to the meat if it were. Let that simmer in your mind, after setting the temp at 95 degrees for 20 minutes (if that is the current temperature in your climate). Bottom line: This is an effort of love in development and I truly believe we are finding the way.
@curlydoc said in What are pedal tones on the trumpet?:
@ssmith1226 strains my eyes!
...and my lips!
@administrator said in Mouthpiece issue:
A wider rim will likely lead to quicker fatigue. That's been my experience, at least.
It does... and a deep cup to this... it's like fatigue running up hill!
@tmd said in Good example of a bad example:
What about the people who post about the inconsistencies in certain light bulb makers, about so-called "cheater" light bulbs, or about LBSO's from Asia (light-bulb-shaped objects)?
Mike
Mike. I can only speculate at Watt are you referring to.
By the way... A real joule of a post, Mike!
@Kehaulani said in The One:
Yeah, and lose the moustache. It stiffens your upper lip.
Actually, it tickles my nose!
@tmd said in Embouchure Dystonia:
But based on what you shared, you're playing the trumpet beyond your normal abilities, and you are suffering negative consequences. You most likely have a soft tissue injury. Based on this, you need rest, you need to avoid the type of playing that caused this problem, and you need to work on exercises to refocus your embouchure.
Mike
I agree with Dr. Mike. I believe this is more of a tissue injury and not a permanent neuropathy. I refer you to this case report published in the medical literature;
I believe if you read the above case report this may parallel your presentation. The compression of the trigeminal nerve will cause this as a temporary set back:
The treatment by the authors in this case:
This would be my recommendation at this time. Do give us follow up as Dr. Mike and I will reassess your situation using time as our most reliable treatment option.
Barleman... Having additional help would lighten the load. May I nominate Stumac. I am almost certain if elected, he would serve. It would be an honor to have Rowuk as well, but he may be a bit burned out from a prior gig.
There are now 2 GREAT Jazz Jams to attend in Dayton:
Jazz Central on Sunday nights from 8 pm-12 am and is the longest running jazz jam in the region (probably in all of Ohio);
From the Jazz Central Web Site:
First Thursday of the Month Jazz Jam at Mila's Suburban Cafe. Every FIRST Thursday of the month, going from 7 pm-9pm. I have attended EVERY ONE. It is a new club, great acoustics and the featured rhythm section is the nucleus of the Eddie Brookshire Quintet, THE BEST small band ensemble in the region (as officially voted in the Dayton Daily News). Food is great, and man, love that draft beer made from coffee!!!
Mila's Facebook Page"
@kehaulani said in Circular Breathing:
Caveat. I have nothing against circular breathing or those who use it.
On the other hand, I don't need no stinking Kenny G hotdogging.
I believe Kenny G holds the world record for the longest held note at 59 minutes.
I believe that some military forces use that recording as a method of torture.
@Niner
He must be Eruo-pee'n
I am the proud owner of a 1961 Getzen Power Bore and 1974 Getzen Eterna 4-Valve. Both play with exceptional tonal accuracy and the Power Bore is laser accurate in hitting note. Better than any horn I have ever played. And as a large bore horn, plays with minimal resistance.
@administrator said in TrumpetMaster Archives:
... you can peruse TrumpetMaster before it crashed and post some useful content that existed there.
Do we really have enough room here on TB for ALL of my TM posts?
@Bob-Pixley said in What Are You Doing New Years, New Years Eve:
Yeah, that sucks. I've never turned down a paying gig (just because I didn't want to do it) with a group where I was a regular member and my absence meant the group couldn't play the gig. I know some of the guys in those groups are full-time musicians and need the money, and I owe the group my loyalty if I'm a member and can't easily be replaced for a gig.
I gotta admit, I am not doing the gigs for the money either but for the musicality that comes from them. This New Years gig I am doing had an interesting twist. We are being hired to play music for the 1920's. What an amazing twist to a song list. Gershwin, Fats Waller, Cole Porter... I mean this stuff is beautiful! And to play it with Eddie Brookshire at the bass, this will be an amazing time, and I still do not know what I am being paid. But I do know what I am being played and that is what draws me into this bill.
