Improve Your Tone on the Trumpet INSTANTLY | 3 Quick Fixes

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INSTANTLY Improve Your Trumpet Tone | 3 Quick Fixes
These tips will give you the awareness you need in order to correct bad habits in your trumpet playing. Don't get me wrong...you still have to play long tones and listen to great players. Implementing these quick fixes will get you to your desired sound faster.

[@TheBlackTrumpeter]

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[@TheFortySeventhPlatoon4700]

I paused on the first tip to do it, immediately noticed the difference wow.

[@jenniferbrown3228]

Me too!

[@Naruto-rk3yw]

Same bro

[@angellocruz947]

Same like I just sounded like a damn Angel in like 10 second

[@sugarasugar6198]

Yu're not alone

[@Cameron-bp5dl]

AWEsome! Get it?

[@TheFeralcatz]

Yes, I hear the difference. I'm a piano and guitar player who hasn't played brass since middle school. I'm trying to pick it back up and your videos are a huge help. Thank you very much sir!

[@TheBlackTrumpeter]

TheFeralcatz Awesome! No problem. When did you pick it back up again? What inspired you to do so?

[@TheFeralcatz]

@@TheBlackTrumpeter I actually played low brass (euphonium) in 6th grade. I'm 22 now and I bought a cheap trumpet about 2 months ago and started trying to learn. I love brass but I also wanted a way to learn to read music that's a little easier than trying to jump right in to piano sheet music. I figure if I only have to deal with treble clef and one note at a time that should help me understand music notation better ha ha. I find that learning more instruments helps you reach a higher level of understanding of music generally.

[@sirswag1802]

Haven't played since elementary- The Jazz band at my high-school has been asking me to participate. I remember the fingerings, but my tone was off for some reason, this really helped. It did bring back major flashbacks of my instructor accosting me for not keeping my posture straight while playing though! She was a tough one!

[@sirswag1802]

Homegirl used to threaten to thumbtacks on the backs of my chair if I keep slouching. She came real close a couple of times but I caught myself!

[@TheBlackTrumpeter]

😂😂😂 good posture makes life on the trumpet so much easier

[@justintounsi]

Well I just discovered that I've been playing all wrong for quite a bit.

[@TheBlackTrumpeter]

Don't worry or beat yourself up about it. Awareness is everything!

[@ProfessorMiles]

Same! Instant improvement 1:21

[@neiltrace500]

I played trumpet from the 5th grade, through high school. I’m now 31 and picking it back up for the first time since high school. I learned more about controlling tone in 5 minutes and 39 seconds than I did in years of practice when I was younger. Subscribed.

[@MrTSC8402]

Nice I've been playing since 6th grade and I'm 37 now. I play time to time but I want to be better.

[@doggoblob]

Nice im still playing it

[@doggoblob]

And searching up tutorials

[@doggoblob]

Cause im not that good

[@jrambo7495]

Same! Played in 6,7,8th grade,then took a 32 year break. I wish I would've stuck with it this whole entire time but it's never too late!!,

[@markmartinloyola]

Watching this one with my class! Hopefully they will be convinced after they hear somebody else telling them these things!

[@gracewallisstudio]

Normally I'm a bit wary of "instant improvement", but these actually do help a lot! Thanks!

[@deez4036]

This is my third year in trumpet and what you’re saying really true

[@XC_Runner2]

Dude, ur a life saver! I was having thoughts about quitting cuz I couldn’t get my sound right but it now sounds much better! Props to u my man.

[@swxftz6552]

I switched from french horn to trumpet 3 months ago and i am doing my grade 3 pieces. This helps. Thanks and keep on doing more of these videos.

[@zhheiimer]

Good choice.

[@1PITIFULDUDE]

Bingo! Aaron, you gave me the solution to a nagging problem I’ve had with “ weird sounds/artifacts “ in my sound/tone. Too much tension in the center of my embouchure. One day it’s there, the next day, it’s not. Couldn’t figure it out... until now. Was already a subscriber, so just wanted to say thank you🎶🎺

[@TheBlackTrumpeter]

Perfect! So glad I could help. Thank you for subscribing. Are there any topics I should cover that may be giving you issues?

[@kjtubed]

I've just favorited this video.. this is gold! Thanks for posting!

[@wookigzooks2755]

The best trumpet teacher I ever had gave me a tip for relaxing my throat. This happens often when trying to play high notes. Any time during practice when you feel your throat tensing up, stop & swallow & hum.

[@paxtonhayes7822]

Oh my god. To this day, i’ve been playing trumpet for years and endurance has been so hard for me, a major weakness - never in my life has someone told me i didn’t have to tense my inner lips! Absolute Legend! Thanks for Australia ❤️

[@TheBlackTrumpeter]

You’re welcome! 😄

[@jariwoud5444]

this is like the most frequently given tip if you search on "how to get open sound trumpet)

[@tonyd3192]

Thank you! You did a great job describing concepts which are difficult to capture. I'm a comeback player after 18 years off. I was previously a high mouthpiece pressure player and I overblew, so the air backed up into my neck. I am gradually relearning the instrument with a focus on connecting all registers of the horn and maintaining relaxation and good tone throughout my whole range. I was nodding along when you described all the different sounds related to tension and closed airway. Thanks for the video, keep it up!

[@robertt.mcknightiirobamg8408]

I have been smoking cigarettes for 30 years but it doesn't affect my tone

[@mambojazz1]

How would you know unless you can hear yourself without smoking for 30 years?! lol

[@strawberry_lemonade2886]

That's unhealthy :(

[@peeano9760]

thank you so much!!! i heard the difference. you earned yourself a new subscriber!!

[@james_bane]

Yooooo this actually helped. Why can't my band directors be like this

[@TheBlackTrumpeter]

So glad this video helped. Thanks for letting me know :)

[@Rumblokinkle]

My band teacher gave us a google doc to take notes on this vid. It is really helpful! Thx :)

[@alexgentilozzi8524]

This help me so much thank you so much subscribe to this legend

[@historygames0133]

Thank you so much! I noticed I had a fuller sound when I used your first tip. I think I still need to play a lot of long tones though in order to improve my tone, but these tips will have me practicing them correctly. I'm mainly a saxophone player so changing partials is the most difficult thing for me to get used to.

[@mutably]

All your tips about posture and positioning of the mouth are similar to singing tips. And all the tips about being relaxed and avoid tension everywhere are common to every other instrument. The more I learn about music, the more I feel that it's all about being relaxed. Great video man, it helped me a lot !

[@WilliamCouper-u6r]

This guy is amazing!! I learned so much from this video and it completely changed my trumpet experience!

[@silver_at4742]

I just started the trumpet last year in 5h grade. I love the trumpet, and one day I hope to be a professional. Although I feel as though I am not good enough, this video has helped me a lot I can feel the improvement! THANKYOU SMSMSM!!!

[@kylaanderson3107]

Another tension spot is in your hands. Clenching you’re hands super tight makes your tone sound bad

[@TheBlackTrumpeter]

You're right! tension travels

[@kassidyburrows]

Thank you sir! I hear the difference already. I have to play a song at church tomorrow, so this is very helpful :D

[@kadenceslusher2867]

i have a bench test tomorrow for band and i am terrified because i have social anxiety and i’m playing in front of like seventy other peolle

[@TheBlackTrumpeter]

Close your eyes. Take 3 deep breaths before you start. Inhale slowly through your nose then exhale slowly out of your mouth. Take a glance at the music before you start. Don’t care about what people think about your performance. Don’t aim to impress. Aim to do your best. I have terrible social anxiety and stage fright but doing this has helped me a lot.

[@Iggypop-th5qs]

This actually helped me play my mellophone better, thanks!

[@TheBlackTrumpeter]

That’s great! You’re welcome.

[@SasanaProductionsDocs]

Thank you Aaron, your video blew me away. I finally realized I could play the trumpet. This is extraordinary, thank you again. Marc

[@mihaelsmrcek]

Dude, I cannot thank you enough. After trying these fixes my tone is better and I can even hit higher notes easily. The only thing now is to get muscle memory and strengthen my lips, other than that THANK YOUUU

[@muchado961]

This guy is SO AMAZING! He makes this all so simple!

[@cozyjake]

THANK YOU. i’m a freshman right now and compared to the upperclassmen my tone sounds so bad but learning from your videos helps so much

[@Arct1c.]

I’ve played Clarinet, Oboe, and Sax so brass isn’t something I’ve ever played. Should I learn a brass instrument just to have throat knowledge?

[@DuRp_SPIDER]

Kept on tensing my neck thanks man I’m better now :)))

[@TheBlackTrumpeter]

That’s great to hear😄👍🏾

[@helenehatton3286]

You are incredible!!! I love watching your videos they help me to improve my playing very fast. I started to learn trumpet one month ago and my teacher putted me already on the level 2. I work very hard and I adore my trumpet. Thanks a lot ❤ Helene from Australia

[@lucyclark1223]

Thank you, this is so helpful. I’ve been playing for ages and always tried to figure out what the problem was when it came to a “fuzzy” sound now much better!

[@mercenary_d9650]

How the fuck am I supposed to open my fucking teeth while I’m doing a god damn lip buzz

[@TheBlackTrumpeter]

🤣 do you know how to whistle?

[@mercenary_d9650]

@@TheBlackTrumpeter no I’m literally 10 my moms gonna whoop my ass if I don’t get good at band

[@majimagoro2948]

Even when being plenty fluent in playing the trumpet, just making these mistakes can be a game killer. This is a really good video and these are really good tips as well.

[@TheBlackTrumpeter]

Thank you! Glad you found it helpful😄

[@0CoffeeFrightment0]

I have another tip, this tends to be more common in marching band since you are moving, you aren't going to drop your horn. trust me. okay? Loosen you're grip if you are squeezing you're trumpet, or maybe just in general. If you watch prodigy trumpets or pros you'll see them make it look effortlessly, that's because they are allowing their trumpet to vibrate other than squeeze it. To prove my claim, take your trumpet, play a note, squeeze you're trumpet, then let your grip loosen. I've just hit a year of trumpet today and have found this out.

[@KurtFishArmServe]

Great advice! Thank you! On the slouching or standing too tall quiz, I’m watching my tuner, which makes me adjust to playing in the correct pitch. Typically I’m way sharp when super tense before a practice or concert, so I’d say standing to tall makes you go sharp, and slouching makes you go flat.

[@raihanashraaf1101]

its the goods tips bcs when I played some solos for pop orchestra the tone that I want that not

[@lynnfielding4942]

fix 1, the whole note seems to change.. #2, tension... i'm still nervous, in my neck and shoulders too, lol, nit sure how to chill. #3, I already dance when I stand to play!

[@lumineer_3]

Bro ain’t no way , I played trumpet 6th grade and I switched over to baritone like 7th grade and a student taught me how to play and I’ve always noticed that when I got to play higher notes that my tone quality was trash , now I get it I was always tightening my inner lips🤦🏽‍♂️😂

[@JamesThomas-dn6hz]

I'm definitely guilty when it comes to the middle of my chops. Thank you for the advice!

[@Blackmello]

Haven't played trumpet in 5 years and I was struggling to teach myself and find good videos to help teach me. This is the first video that helped me get back on track, thanks so so much 😤😤😤💯💯

[@peterfox9935]

Thank! I am a beginning player and I appreciated your tips, and the clear explanations.

[@martinamunari746]

That's amazing it works! I could hear the difference straight away

[@maimoutoo877]

Hi Aaron, what a timely video. I just sat my AMEB Grade 1 trumpet exam and got the results today. I received a B+ mark (Yay for me!) and the comments included that I needed to work on my tone and that my playing was sharp during one of my pieces. I’m the grade 3 teacher at my school here in Perth, Western Australia, and I teach music to the other classes in our school on Tuesdays. I took up trumpet because I thought it would be good to have an additional instrument. Your videos are very clear, to the point, and instructional. Thank you, Aaron.

[@TheBlackTrumpeter]

B+?! That’s excellent! Good work👍🏾😄 I remember doing all of those instrument exams during my undergrad. French was hard for me and I play a brass instrument. 😂😅The partials are so close together!!! What’s your main instrument?

[@maimoutoo877]

The Black Trumpeter Thank you! Main instrument? Well, 30 years ago it was jazz guitar. Nowadays it’s a little ukulele with the children in the morning. I think I can honestly say that trumpet is now my main instrument. :-)

[@JaceTheDisgrace]

I’m switching from clarinet to trumpet it hard

[@toffeehalo323]

I am switching from orchestra to band next year and I'm thinking about playing trumpet, and you have given me a lot of encouragement! Thank you for making your videos!

[@zhheiimer]

Good decision, private. Welcome to the team

[@maneetd.9628]

This is an amazing tutorial, i wanted to improve my sound fast and u helped so much i love you ❤❤❤❤❤

[@quanbmack2407]

Bruh you got a new Sub here. I just picked back up my trumpet after 13 years and your info was a amazing refresher! Much appreciated 💚

[@TheBlackTrumpeter]

Congrats on getting back to the horn man! Glad I could help. Here’s a warm up routine to start with to ease you back into it: kzbin.info/www/bejne/fpDOfH6KgpWjiac

[@GraysonMaxwell-ip7ou]

Was able to get rid of some pretty bad habits from this THANK YOU😮

[@jonahhicks747]

I have been playing for 8 years and have had a professional horn and have a good sound but I want that powerful sound but my breathing is so bad I breath everywhere but the diaphragm any help

[@chokahn6677]

When I applied all of your tips, I could hear the difference immediately, even with a mute in! Thanks again!

[@ponosstickmen6025]

When I'm slouching I know what you mean because the whole thing sounds weird

[@dylanparnell3206]

This is a very helpful. Video in helping improving tone . im trying to improve my tone for the college level . The most important that i like that you mention is ylur posture the way you are sitting or standing makes a whole difference on your instrument .

[@anamewoah5336]

Me, experienced, but took a one and a half month hiatus and lost almost good tone quality

[@Dumiigee520]

Thanks Maaaaaaaan! That helped TREMENDOUSLY!

[@Plus3Bandjazz]

Great.

[@stevenplayzcable.9558]

thats what excatly my teacher said its how to open sound and also to produce a good sound just do a way of ("sigh")

[@LNA125]

I dont have my trumpet now put I will remember this next time I'm in the band room and I get my hands on my trumpet.

[@theboy5038]

Woooow please can we be friends? your lessons are really helpful to us

[@tirakkub]

My low registers are like farting, mid registers are airy and high registers are squeaky. 😅

[@MangoSlade.]

What kind of horn are u using?

[@TheBlackTrumpeter]

B&S challenger two reverse lead pipe 43 bell

[@someonehuman8585]

I literally cannot describe how much this helped me

[@charloalba]

my tone is a little high ...how can i to fix it up? really thanks @blacktrumpeter

[@TheBlackTrumpeter]

Carlos Alvarez do this tips I mention in the video. Maybe also adjust your main tuning slide. Pull it out a little bit. Lastly, play long tones with a drone or piano so you have a reference of pitch

[@charloalba]

@@TheBlackTrumpeter Ill do it!!! thanks really thanks for your knoweledge and time!

[@Tato_PlaysxX]

I’m a beginner trumpet and my bad teacher taught me wrong😭

[@TheBlackTrumpeter]

What did they teach you that was wrong?

[@Tato_PlaysxX]

@@TheBlackTrumpeter they said I had to puff my cheeks while playing as well as to do a circle shape with my mouth

[@rayyannavilafreda325]

I paused on the first and now I know my problem.. But I got a new problem... Pls help me... At the middle register I sound good, but when I start to go high I start hearing air noises from my trumpet.. You know that sound your trumpet make when you didn't buzz your lips in the mouthpiece, just rushing air.. Now emagine that sound + trumpet sound is it embouchure problem or what?? Pls help me Edit: my valve is in position, and its click in.. So I didn't think its valve problem

[@TheBlackTrumpeter]

If you can send me an example of what’s happening, that would be great. Reach me on Instagram. @theblacktrumpeter

[@jillkidd60]

Hi Aaron, I just put you up on my TikTok. I took your picture and told folks where they can find you. I am learning so much from you. Thank you.

[@TheBlackTrumpeter]

Thank you so much for sharing🙏🏾 glad my videos are helpful to you

[@rodsapyta7059]

Thank you for this video. I have been practicing The National Anthem , but it just sounds pitchy . Thanks God Bless..

[@TheBlackTrumpeter]

You’re welcome. God Bless

[@josh9917]

I'm not sure I comprehended the first step. You mean it's necessary to keep my lips relaxed in the middle while buzzing? I'm not sure how laid-back it should be. Buzzing usually causes tension in the center of my lips. That first step gave me a clear tone, but it was short-lived.

[@TheBlackTrumpeter]

It’s hard to describe how loose the middle should be via text. Check this video out for more in-depth instruction: kzbin.info/www/bejne/o2LaZmWFntyBorc

[@MrMischelito]

I like how playing trumpet is in many ways like singing, as in similar principles apply. Maybe that's the reason why it feels sooo good playing trumpet

[@jarvis6253]

A ticket to new york orchestra would only require passion and the internet with content like this

[@amberarmstrong9471]

Ive played trumpet for about half a year, and this video was so helpful ✌🏼😁

[@mysteriouschannel2391]

I'm new beginner i hear what exactly I'm doing.Thsn you for your lesson please continue give us lesson 👍🙏

[@TheBlackTrumpeter]

What would you like lessons on?

[@ismiregalichkochdasjetztso3232]

The rate of useful information per minute in this video is staggering. Well done, thanks!

[@TheBlackTrumpeter]

Thank you

[@himikotoga8158]

I think this might help, of course I sound like a dying chicken and don't want my family to hear so I'll try Monday at school and try not to embarrass myself like I did Friday

[@TheBlackTrumpeter]

When I first started I was unaware of how bad I sounded because I practiced with headphones on and played along with the book's audio recordings. When did you start playing trumpet? Understand that in order for us to sound better, we first have to accept the fact that we won't sound good. But it's okay as long as you keep practicing

[@rpmaustinful]

# 2 just instantly increased my range significantly

[@Trill-r2t]

Yes I notice the difference that very much helpful

[@sirswag1802]

The way this solved almost all my issues immediately... oh wow you're amazing for this thanks!

[@TheBlackTrumpeter]

That’s great! 😄 glad I could help

[@phantazzor]

how to get the high notes if you don't press the middle of your lips

[@mondfisch-records580]

Thanks for these awesome tips, they also translate quiet well to saxophone and singing. It's interesting how a feeling and state of tension also leads to a very tensed trumpet sound.

[@vvvv7490]

Since the pandemic hit and we all got quarantine I couldn't practice and I couldn't advance anymore and now that I'm in high school it's just really embarrassing to play in front of others

[@TheBlackTrumpeter]

Does it encourage to keep playing/practicing to eventually get better or does it discourage you?

[@pzsj]

Tightening my lips made a huge difference

[@mauiproductions9996]

Very helpful advice! Gave it a try and heard the improvement right away.

[@Brookzplayzmuzic]

Why did miles play at a downward angle

[@jptv4me74]

This is exactly what I like to watch and it helped me alot

[@RobertRamirez-m9o]

Aaron, May God Bless you for your knowledge of the trumpet. I’m picking up, after almost 40 years and your knowledge is just beautiful Man…Thank You, Robert D. Ramirez

[@jefferyneu3915]

Anyone that can’t hear the difference needs to go on and leave.

[@HeyimScooter]

Love you man just started relearning trumpet. Its harder than I remember. You are helping alot.

[@TheBlackTrumpeter]

Great to hear you’re jumping back in. Do a little bit every day and you’ll be all good 👍🏾

[@carsonbrown3126]

As a beginner 6th grader thus really hellped

[@andrewjett5293]

dude i used to play trumpet back in middle school and quit cause i sounded horrible... that first one sounded exactly like me man i gotta pull my trumpet out now dont i lol

[@TheBlackTrumpeter]

Yes lol

[@auroraplaylist]

i wish that i could have watched this video earlier!! As a trumpeter for 6 years… i just got to know that i’ve make so many mistakes… my teacher pointed some of them out but i didn’t really understand what did he mean… now i finally understand!! THANKS A LOT!!!

[@Diamond-cr8vg]

1st tip made a huge difference wowwww

[@CornetBlues]

Great Advice 👍👍🎶🎺🎶🎺

[@lunarbat6009]

Question, the end of my trumpet has some dents and I’m wondering if that affects the sound of it

[@TheBlackTrumpeter]

As long as the dents aren’t massive you should be fine.

[@jefferyneu3915]

The flat slouch and the sharp stand at attention!

[@blacksky492]

I don’t even have a trumpet

[@twhite3332]

What if there's a kid who has tension and a closed mouth (for years)? How can they break that?

[@TheBlackTrumpeter]

Awareness and practice breaking those habits.