How Can I Play High Notes on the Trumpet?
Playing lead trumpet is a goal for many trumpet players. The famous lead jazz trumpet players such as Louis Armstrong and Miles Davis, for example, demonstrate an obvious intuition into musical improvisation. Besides this creative aspect of lead trumpet, there is a technical side that must be mastered. Playing in the higher registers is often considered one of the more difficult trumpet techniques, but with regular practice and attention to correct embouchure, it is an attainable goal.ExercisesPractice is essential to increasing your range on the trumpet. Daily practice will condition both your lips and your instrument, making it easier to reach high notes that require an adjusted embouchure. Before you start playing, make sure your abs and shoulders are relaxed. Then do a few mouth warmups. An excellent exercise for high note practice is the pencil grip. Hold a pencil tightly between the lips for 3 to 4 minutes per day. This exercise strengthens the muscles that will help you increase
