STOP Breathing Like This When You Play The Trumpet

[@Scjdrilldesigns]

4:35 is the single thing I have to fix the most: that big open “OH breath”. Drives me up the wall, and it’s pounded into trumpeters brains from beginning band. So many bad habits formed from what many people think is good advice. And they wonder why their students can’t play soft. 😂 Instant share.

[@confusion51]

Hi, These are for me the best tips for correct breathing, the difference is immediate, well done!

[@RyanBeachtrumpet]

Happy to hear they were helpful!

[@EspressoBear59]

Your imagination about the back expanding is not. It is actual. That section of the torso does expand all the way around, made possible by the floating ribs. If you place your hand on the side of your ribs, you'll feel them expand and the upper waist balloon out like a frog. I learned this in college when studying singing. I also played trumpet at the time and used it six years ago when i came back to playing.

[@neocolors]

I know this feeling from using one of those breath training devices that add resistance when you inhale. You can also experience it by breathing through your fist. At least I can feel my back expanding while doing this. I like to practice this before concerts when I'm a little nervous.

[@blutcherama]

Amen, Bro!