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Sharing my easy hack to learn how to play high notes on trumpet by avoiding the 6 BIGGEST MISTAKES in the upper register. I picked these up after struggling with endurance in the upper register. Don't fall for the mouthpiece myth, stay tuned.
These are the common mistakes that nobody wants to talk about. The fixes in this video will benefit your trumpet playing, such as: better tone, better endurance (while cruising & while blasting), improved flexibility (lip slurs and shakes), and an easier upper register (easier double g and double c+).
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*p.s. Got some Chet Baker, Wayne Bergeron, Chris Botti, Bill Chase, Miles Davis, Maynard Ferguson, Dizzy Gillespie, Arturo Sandoval, and Allen Vizzutti, and transcriptions coming out soon; get excited!
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[@BlaiseBowman]

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[@dorks.in.trenchcoats712]

7C :D kill me.

[@pbsounds5908]

5c

[@adaezenjoku7527]

3c no wonder it's hard for me....

[@morgantisdale5496]

7c

[@josevalverde400]

5b

[@LuisMartinez-ih2oc]

Who else here just wants to be able to play high G or A nicely and doesn’t care about the screamer notes😂

[@luapslev5826]

There's playing high. And then there's playing WHILE high.

[@zacvee7255]

0:24 still better than me

[@RossMetzler]

Zachary Villard same

[@jaydenmaerend8520]

same

[@skyee3143]

Irk

[@kat9442]

Same

[@alexnavarro5309]

Feels bad

[@fusiontricycle6605]

So if 1c, 3c, and 7c are bad, what type is good?

[@rossdenisco2879]

Forget the trumpet look how white his teeth are

[@allyjorgensen9462]

ross denisco wow you’re right lmao

[@kaitlyngrant5104]

ross denisco He looks like he never missed a day of brushing

[@justvibe664]

Brighter than my future

[@trumpsycho28]

Hey trump is holding his horn wrong

[@itzcam93]

The O vowel does apply to trumpets, and it's considered masterful to be able to play in the upper register with that technique. I do see what you are saying though, it is a useful technique to get a feel for what the note should be. From there, cleaning it with a progressive O vowel will lead to some beautiful upper register playing. Great video!

[@laurentspatola5374]

Bro I'm trash compared to you my highest note is G above the staff

[@x_ggtwarrior6198]

What the hell did I just watch? This is DOPE, thanks for the tips. And you are the best high note player I have ever heard, with definitely the best double c EVER. i can't believe you're only 19 dude. subbed.

[@rachelmuller5541]

Hes 19?

[@trumpetboi5596]

I play on a 3c I agree with you, although I can play usually up to a double G I can play higher other days it's weird. But I played on a lead mouthpiece and it was much easier!

[@qdj2525]

Is this a joke or no? Half of the things you've been saying I've been told the exact opposite.

[@BlaiseBowman]

100% serious man

[@qdj2525]

what band do you play in?

[@BlaiseBowman]

top lead in uf's marching band. wbu bro?

[@qdj2525]

oh I'm still in high school. I appreciate your videos, it's a new way to start thinking. Thanks man

[@BlaiseBowman]

awesome bro good luck

[@tahalm3510]

I had my trumpet next to me as I was watching and on the "E not O" tip I just tried it and my range went up by 5 notes instantly. I almost fell out of my chair. lol

[@BlaiseBowman]

crazy!

[@HereComesTheSonASL]

I visualized this whole thing of what you said 😂😂😂😂

[@michaeleverhart6895]

THANK YOU! MY RANGE W BRACES IS REALLY BAD! I USED YOUR TRICKS AND NOW I'M TO AN OFF THE STAFF C!

[@izzydione981]

Thank you so much for making this video. I’ve been having so much trouble with my high range. All these tips instantly made my high range incredible.

[@BlaiseBowman]

Glad to help!

[@smolbeansky3123]

I have a Vincent Bach for me. Its mostly my first time playing trumpet this year (played before but couldnt hit the notes and quit) so I came here for help. I appreciate all the help! You helped a lot

[@BlaiseBowman]

Glad to help bro

[@maxboyo8708]

I mean, I've been playing for 3 years(almost 4) and I still have problems reaching my high D xD. You're great dude, thanks for the tips.

[@emilyb2921]

Literally watching this as I’m taking a break in between pieces.

[@covill07]

I've switched from a Bach 3C to a LOUD 3Z & for strict lead a Schilke 6A4. went from Es to Double C in a month and a half!

[@raeherminia]

so basically, i have to be a snake to play high notes.. wonderful, nothing new to me about being a snake! you helped a lot bud.

[@BlaiseBowman]

Never thought about it that way. Good way to describe it!

[@vroeniedik]

Thanks for the video. I have some problems with my embouchure since I had a brace. I am now looking at whether another mouthpiece helps. At the moment I play on a Bach 5C, which I like to play better than a 7C but not yet perfect. Does anyone have a suggestions I might consider?

[@IonaCarr]

I think Blaise said the music is more important than playing high. Very true. If you are playing lead in a band, you may have to play high for much of the time = small mouthpiece, if you are playing supporting parts, say 2nd or 3rd trumpet you need really solid low notes including bottom C and below, then small mouthpieces generally do not do well - thin shaky notes - playing low = larger mouthpiece. Most players find a mouthpiece that suits their established role in their band but some carry two mouthpieces to cover a wider range of possible situations. It is the music that matters. . [BTW Donald Trump is well known in the UK for blowing his own trumpet but you would be unlikely to spot this T shirt in a band over here.]

[@aadyaadyaadyaa]

OMFG you are a genius, I fixed my playing just by hissing

[@HeckuvaMedusa8]

Current sophomore in a smaller band, I can play the first C above the staff pretty much consistently on a 7c. I'm going to try some of these tips practicing tomorrow, thanks for them.

[@BlaiseBowman]

That's pretty good for a sophomore. Keep it up dude!

[@jazzyj3054]

Switched from a shilke x3 (very large bore open feel with reverse lead pipe) to standard pipe Wayne Bergeron Yamaha (8335la). Using a GR 65sz as well as occasionally a bobby shew lead. There seems to be a good bit extra resistance to me in 8335la but to some extent it helped extend my endurance (stops lips from intruding mp) with around the same range to around F and dub G. But the shilke has a brighter more open, but perhaps spread, sound. Any thoughts on which one to continue on I progress on tpt or another lead horn. The issue I am having as of now is stopping my lower lip from curling inward as I ascend (downstream player). As a dude in a college section of 70 tpts with a good few drum cops and hardcore music majors playing double Cs every stand tune and ripping solos out of their ass in the show I could use some help from my equipment. Btw love your videos you def get the millennial lead post-Maynard mindset lol.

[@ndksejishsuozndwjo1153]

I’m 6 years into trumpet and I can get pretty high but for some reason my lips give out if I’ve been playing high notes for too long

[@jakobwarren7541]

What types of mouth peace is the right one for high notes? I have a 7C

[@ethanblanke6873]

So if you want to play high, you should get a smaller mouthpiece? I have a 3C, which should I get to help improve my range?

[@nathandrakefan2828]

I play on a 3CW. Does that affect the high notes or what can you recommend? Blaise Bowman

[@realfloridaredneck1988]

Back in the early 2000s I would use a Warburton 3SV mouthpiece with a standard 6 backbore. That 3 size rim is the equivalent of a Back 1 1/2 size rim (I got a double teardrop upper lip). It took a lot of work but I was able to murder on the high Cs before I knew it. That C cup swirls the air around in your mouthpiece like a drain, you want a V cup or Semi-V cup in order to easily make those notes come out big.

[@chubzlich5307]

Hey can you help me i was using a 17c mouthpiece but i lost it Now im using a 7c mouthpiece but its hard for me to play highnotes now and i get tired easily with a 7c mouthpiece. Thank you in advance

[@tojislilbabymaker]

This helped me a lot! Thank you!

[@makashinga3130]

You saved my future as a trumpet player thank you

[@christianjeffress5312]

Thanks a lot for this, I just started trumpet today :)

[@BlaiseBowman]

good luck on your trumpet journey man!

[@christianjeffress5312]

Blaise Bowman Thanks!,😀

[@Kingdisco5005]

holy crap that E thing has unlocked so many possibilities for me, thanks

[@mezimyst1746]

Just a question. Whats the difference if you didn't do number 1?

[@fog37766]

Last time i played trumpet was in high school. Anything above G5 was difficult for me. The mouth piece tip makes sense

[@timwhitehead3758]

I can play G above C above the stave on a 1C Bach mouthpiece. How high do you think I can play on a smaller mouthpiece?

[@tsrgaming5307]

YO!! THIS ACTUALLY WORKS!! THANKS A LOT!!

[@couragethecowardlydoge3184]

You are a legend for this

[@rezakhosravan2008]

Thanks last month I could not play a note and now I can play a high c

[@Jacob-fl7zp]

I actually named my trumpet “Donald Trumpet”

[@kaitlyngrant5104]

Jacob Jernigan lolllll me to I thought I was the only one who said Donald Trumpet until I saw his shirt

[@RigobertoMartinez07]

It’s making Music great Again.

[@Kundai888]

Hey Blaise, so I like my 3c because the tone I get out of it is solid and my range is solid for the most part. If I were to get a smaller mouthpiece wouldn't that be like starting all over again tone wise and range wise? Also if I were in a concert band setting should I use the 3c or whatever higher mouthpiece

[@BlaiseBowman]

No. Small mouthpieces are way better once you adapt. You can actually get a BIGGER sound out of a small (note not shallow) mouthpiece if you learn to play on it properly. The XPiece is the best mouthpiece: kzbin.info/www/bejne/aKKnimaAiaanpqs

[@Kundai888]

Blaise Bowman thanks I saw the xpiece. Id love to get it but I currently don't have a job but I'll probably ask for Christmas and my family isn't the wealthiest. Also define your version of properly and I plan on playing band in college next year and being a music Ed major.

[@iidentifyasasausagemcmuffi6231]

I'm a senior in highschool and I can play a high E comfortably. I play on a lead Schilke 6A4a. Is this a good place to be in for a highschooler?

[@LJW-vm8nr]

So I’m a little skeptical I’ll try all this for myself I’ve always known the mouthpiece is very much a key part to tone and range but I’ve never attempted to change the shape of my mouth...

[@zakman325]

Hey so I'm literally just beginning, I just picked up a trumpet, and like, I can't even play a B on the scale. Is there any tips anyone can give to me to higher my range for notes on the scale?

[@Nick-up4mr]

I play a Bach Strad Model 37, on a 5C. I can hit high C and barely D... what mouthpiece should I get to improve my range?

[@TommyCrockGolf]

Nick try a 14a4a Yamaha mouthpiece. Also, try not to strain when you play, be relaxed but firm with your embrochure. Plus, think of the word, "wood" when you want the correct embrochure when you play(especially for high notes). Lastly, and this is my opinion, do NOT always rely on equipment to get the job done. Good luck to you my friend.

[@goverdhansingh4447]

really you rocked.i also play trumpet and i am 13 years old indian boy and i love your breathing power

[@nhooper6651]

Thank you, great advice!

[@Theofficialjaysosa]

omfg the ending help so much, wow thats crazy it was just my vowel shape

[@kodytickner7424]

Thank you!

[@brflunden4757]

So...I'm playing B 3C for cornet and trumpet. I dont even know wich way to go for a "smaller" MP. Suggestions? (Im playing concert/brassband - but whant to go big band)

[@BlaiseBowman]

i'd go with a schilke 8a4

[@xaviersnyder2080]

Is a Yamaha japan 11 any good, i can ussually hit a c above the c

[@jeremykosir35]

So is a 5c bad for high notes? And will I need to play that high for high school band?

[@shelbychristensen330]

I play on a bach 3c what should i use instead?

[@luzviminda4746]

Omg thank u sm! This helped a lot :).

[@zo3490]

what size mouthpiece do you recommend using?

[@skyee3143]

I upgraded my mouthpiece from an 11B4 to a 6A4A. I was up in the high G range and then a few weeks later idk why but I just couldn’t hit the G. Help!!!!

[@justapadawan]

Come on now Arturo was holding a cigar 😂😂😂😂

[@robertzeurunkl8401]

I love that pic of Arturo playing the trumpet while holding a cigar! Classy!

[@hondacivic2152]

I have a 7c is that bad for playing high?

[@soaringeagle402]

what kind of mouthpiece do i need then? i have a 3c

[@devontaylor4939]

This guy is hilarious. He really sold that shirt though

[@goverdhansingh4447]

really you rocked dude .you are awesome and i am indian trumpeter .a 13 years old boy

[@BlaiseBowman]

WHICH TRUMPET MOUTHPIECE IS BEST? CHECK IT OUT kzbin.info/www/bejne/aKKnimaAiaanpqs 🔥🔥🔥 CLARIFICATION: you can play high on a big mouthpiece, though it is WAY more work, and in most cases, not worth the effort. I can play Double C on a toilet bowl, but it will tire you out really fast, and requires a lot more effort. On heavy-lead gigs that last 2+HRS, where nearly everything is above the staff, I use a small mouthpiece; it's the most EFFICIENT tool for the job. For orchestral stuff, I play on a larger mouthpiece, like the rest of you; again, because it's the most PRACTICAL tool for the job, I'd bottom out trying to play Tannhauser on my lead piece, and I'd overwork myself playing Maynard and Goodwin charts for 2+HRS on my orchestral piece. ALL of the pros accept this; they put their EGO aside and use the right equipment for the job, knowing they could be replaced at ANY minute from a bad performance. To avoid that chance, they optimize equipment and minimize the chance they'll screw up and get cut. That's reality. You wouldn't call a Symphony guy a cheater for playing a C trumpet on piece written for Bb just because it's easier to play. At the end of the day, quality of the performance is the only thing that matters. Get over yourselves; accept reality before it's too late. LIKE for visibility. Cheers, BB.

[@samvanderveen138]

Blaise Bowman what size do you use?

[@carlosrangel4351]

Blaise Bowman what trumpet brand is that. I love those valves

[@cayliedmaj7]

I’m in 8th grade and I’m playing F#s above above the staff on a Bach 5C and I totally agree with you but I think I’ll take the challenge route for a couple years and maybe get an asymmetric to help with register

[@nathanielwilliford2589]

What equipment are you playing on?

[@serenedarkness6257]

I already play Trombone and Guitar, and I interested in learning trumpet

[@BlaiseBowman]

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[@Dakota104]

One of my mouth piece is a 7c and the other one I dont know what it is because all it says on it is "old's 3"

[@jvkysl8005]

Holy crud dude thanks so much for the tips

[@Bronspilen1]

So...I´m playing Bach 3C for both cornet and trumpet. I dont even know wich way to go for a "smaller" size. Suggestions? (plying brassband/concert/bigband)

[@BlaiseBowman]

schilke 8a4

[@trumpetmarcher7881]

I play a 7C Bach mouthpiece. I've been playing since 4th grade. I'm in 7th now, and I can play double high C. My friend in 8th grade thinks that is not impressive to him ( he can play double high Bb), but i think it is.

[@connorboyd6157]

This helped me so much thanks

[@BlaiseBowman]

Glad to help!

[@beybladeofanothermot]

I'm a junior in highschool who plays lead in my band. I have a schilke 17d4d and I just switched from a parduba 3 1/2 double cup. I can currently hit E above the staff consistently with squeaks on F. am I on the right track? What can I do to improve?

[@BlaiseBowman]

compress the air and relax the chops

[@beybladeofanothermot]

Blaise Bowman Will do.

[@lorenozone1589]

Strangely I've seen more than 1 video from you, and yet I'm a first woodwind. But yet I kinda love the videos.

[@Jay-zs8dg]

What size of a mouthpiece should I get to play high notes

[@andrewcamey2314]

i play on a 3c i could play my high notes decently , but when i use a shallow mouthpiece it's hard for me becuase its to small for my lips.

[@nate4137]

Same with me. Changing to a shallow mouthpiece does require practice, since you aren't used to the size moving from a 3c

[@BethanyStocker]

I’m super bad at hitting high notes 😩 The highest I can probably get is the G right above the fifth line on the staff. My trumpet is kinda crap but I’m poor and can’t buy another one. (I’m a sophomore so it’s really bad) :(

[@noemartinez3125]

I get soo happy when you upload now :)

[@BlaiseBowman]

thanks bro!

[@etherelement]

You can play high on a big mouthpiece.. But it fatigues you quicker. Shallow mouthpieces don't make you player higher, it just makes it more efficient but it does this at the expense of the tone. You really need both types of mouthpieces. Rest of what you said was great!!

[@BlaiseBowman]

Yeah, like I said, switch between mouthpieces when necessary. It's like playing golf with only a driver, you wouldn't putt with a driver

[@festa7427]

What mouthpiece do you recommend?

[@ianwhitehurst1230]

hey Blaise what mouthpiece would you prefer to get up in the higher register?

[@BlaiseBowman]

for stock mouthpieces, a schilke 8a4

[@iriananicholas8175]

I have a Vincent Bach 6C is that the right mouth peace

[@papichulo540]

I put the mouthpiece closet to the bottom or the top and it works for me

[@soaringeagle402]

is this same for cornet

[@beeCivil162]

Hi! what mouthpiece would you recommend me? To play high notes

[@BlaiseBowman]

The XPiece, it's the world's best mouthpiece: kzbin.info/www/bejne/aKKnimaAiaanpqs :)

[@rachelmuller5541]

Youre really smart

[@rickbourdier1408]

Great shirt!

[@RigobertoMartinez07]

I pay on a Bach 1-1/2c, 3c, 5b, 2-1/2c and a shilke 8A4A I can play triple G on all of them. However the Schilke makes is so much easier.

[@rifle2563]

The heavy caps really make it for me

[@tinkart518]

YOU HAVE A TRUMPET TRUMP SHIRT that made my day. Thanks for the great video by the way!

[@heinz-peterneuwirth3025]

TinKart n Bullshit

[@yeabasically3941]

So what size mouthpiece are we supposed to use?

[@alexdease8144]

I play on a Marcinkiewicz model 3

[@cemanycadi]

Does it work if I smome pot first?

[@logasimpso8274]

I play on a 14B4 Yamaha heavy walled gold plated mouthpiece

[@Lulycan]

What kind of trumpet is that, where the buttons go inside the caps

[@slick3853]

I play on a GR mouthpiece that is about the same size as a bach 3C and My trumpet is a Cannonball 789RL

[@Nickolutions]

Do these tips work for mellophone too??? I've been wondering since I'm in The Campbell County marching band of pride and there are some really high notes er play and if there are any tips for mellophone

[@JackAttack-jn4op]

KuromaSan it works for mello too. Same mouthpiece. You might need to alter some things here and there, but most things that go for trumpet also go for mello

[@nancycruz1756]

Youre in the marching band!?Cool! I'm in the Fanklin County Marching Band

[@MemeMaster]

What valves do you have?

[@juanthonas3629]

Were u get that shirt?