What instruments brands provide the best value? Are used instruments a good investment? What mouthpiece should beginners use? Single or double horn? Is there a way to make it easier for beginners to play the tuba? Why are certain valve combinations always out of tune? When is it time to move to an F attachment trombone? What's the difference between compensating and non-compensating – isn't that what the 4th valve does? What's this I hear about trombone lung? These and countless other questions about purchasing, maintaining, troubleshooting, repairing and storing brass instruments are answered in this comprehensive yet concise handbook.
Topics include:
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Purchasing - brands to consider and prices to expect
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Maintenance - lubrication, cleaning and maintaining brass in top condition
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Troubleshooting - quick repairs, what to look for and preventive measures
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Repair - what can be done with a few tools and what REALLY needs a brass repairman
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Storage - how to protect your instrument and your investment
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Tuning - tendencies and solutions for ALL valved brass
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Mouthpieces - a good place to start and what comes next
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Mutes - shapes, types and pitch tendencies
• Building a brass tool kit - what to include
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| Publisher |
Meredith Music |
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| Pages |
96(07) |
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| Category |
Reference |
| SubCategory1 |
Instruments |
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| Medium |
Softcover |
| ISBN13 |
9781574631494 |
| ISBN13 |
1574631497 |
| Dimensions |
254x178 |
