Trumpet Artist Profile: Massimo Longhi

October 18, 2018Leave a comment

After visiting the Arena in the beautiful city of Verona some 20 years ago, I have been fascinated by not only its history but its use today as one of the most spectacular opera venues that you will ever visit. Built nearly 2,000 years ago, this outdoor amphitheatre could accommodate over 30,000 spectators, attracting audiences from across the Roman Empire. What would it be like to work here as Principal Trumpet with its resident orchestra? Well Massimo Longhi knows! He has held this position for 25 years now and has kindly shared his thoughts with us.

‘Design Innovations’ Part 3 : Asper Trumpet Products

September 4, 2018Leave a comment

‘Design Innovations’ is a series of articles looking at new and innovative developments in trumpet design as well as gadgets and tools that are designed to make our practice and performance easier. Next up in this series is Asper Trumpet products…

Trumpet Artist Profile: Markus Stockhausen

April 21, 2018April 22, 2018Leave a comment

I met up with Markus Stockhausen on a (typically) rainy day at the Royal Northern College of Music in Manchester, UK on 23rd March 2018. He is a trumpeter at the cutting edge of modern performance, and as I was to find out during the course of this interview, a fascinating one at that! JH: … Continue reading Trumpet Artist Profile: Markus Stockhausen

Trumpet Artist Profile: Fabrizio Bosso

March 28, 2018March 28, 2018Leave a comment

Italian readers will most likely need no introduction to Fabrizio Bosso. He is already a jazz superstar in his native Italy, and is now in demand on the international circuit with his various groups. Born in Turin in 1973, his fluency both musically and technically has brought him award upon award for his numerous albums, … Continue reading Trumpet Artist Profile: Fabrizio Bosso

Trumpet Artist Profile: Jerry Hey

March 19, 2018March 19, 2018Leave a comment

"There are so many recordings that I am very proud of, but maybe the proudest moment was the first time I worked with my son."

Northern Brass: Mouthpiece Review

March 14, 2018March 19, 2018Leave a comment

Lee Adams from his custom shop in Atlanta, as well as the Jerome Callet trumpets and Flugels, exclusively offers the Northern Brass Mouthpieces by GR at Callet.com. The brief on these designs was to create a range of mouthpieces that can help to give a really solid upper register while at the same time solving some of … Continue reading Northern Brass: Mouthpiece Review

Trumpet Artist Profile: Winston Byrd

March 10, 2018March 19, 2018Leave a comment

Winston Byrd has made a career out of drawing on many different styles including classical, blues, pop, jazz and improvisation. One of Winston's big breaks at a young age was to become a member of the Dizzy Gillespie All-Star Big Band, and he has gone on to have a career working with a 'who's who' … Continue reading Trumpet Artist Profile: Winston Byrd

Trumpet Artist Profile: Vince DiMartino

March 8, 2018March 19, 2018Leave a comment

Vince DiMartino is sought after as both a trumpet performer and educator. His vast wealth of performance experience includes lead and solo work with the Lionel Hampton Band, Chuck Mangione Band and Clark Terry Band. Vince has appeared as soloist with top orchestras and bands throughout the USA and also has numerous solo recording projects. … Continue reading Trumpet Artist Profile: Vince DiMartino

How To Be a Versatile Trumpeter

March 5, 2018March 19, 2018Leave a comment

D.H. Lawrence writes: “Never set a child afloat on the flat sea of life with only one sail to catch the wind.” The same could easily be said about trumpet students and the importance of developing versatility in not only their playing but also their outlook on life.

Trumpet Artist Profile: John Thirkell

February 27, 2018March 19, 2018Leave a comment

Johnny Thirkell is one of the most recorded trumpet players still working today. Through the 80s and 90s, as well as being a member of Level 42, Swing Out Sister and Jamiroquai, he has also worked with George Michael, Bruno Mars, Phil Collins, Pet Shop Boys, Kylie Minogue, Eric Clapton, Buddy Rich, The Who and Tina Turner. He has performed on over 6000 recordings including 23 No.1 records – most recently the Bruno Mars/Mark Ronson smash, “Uptown Funk”. The list goes on and on!!

Frate Precision: Interview and Mouthpiece Review

October 18, 2017March 19, 20181 Comment

Established in 2006, Frate Precision is the brainchild of trumpet graduate and expert metal-worker Dario Frate. From the facility in Lombardy, Italy they offer a broad range of mouthpieces that are growing in recognition and popularity around the world.Dario has kindly shared some of his thoughts and experiences with me below, followed by a review … Continue reading Frate Precision: Interview and Mouthpiece Review

A.R. Resonance: Interview and Mouthpiece Review

October 3, 2017November 7, 2018Leave a comment

A.R. Resonance is a maker of custom trumpets and mouthpieces from Italy. Antonio (Tony) Rapacciuolo creates instantly recognizable works of art, and is gaining a great reputation amongst trumpeters ‘in-the-know’, including Marquis Hill and Scott Tinkler. I only became aware of A.R. Resonance in the past 12 months from colleagues who had sought Tony's advice, … Continue reading A.R. Resonance: Interview and Mouthpiece Review

Trumpet Artist Profile: Raynald Colom

September 14, 2017March 19, 2018Leave a comment

Raynald Colom is one of the bright talents to emerge from the thriving Spanish jazz scene to make a splash on the International circuit. Described as “a simply superb trumpet player” by JazzWise and “a force of spirit and feeling” by DownBeat Magazine, it is easy to see why his profile is on the rise.

What difference does mouthpiece material make?

July 18, 2017March 19, 20181 Comment

What difference does mouthpiece material make?

Trumpet Artist Profile: Steve Fishwick

May 8, 2017March 19, 2018Leave a comment

With a rapidly growing profile on the UK and International Jazz circuits, and an ever-increasing back catalogue of critically-acclaimed recordings to his name, I am immensely grateful to trumpeter and Schilke Artist, Steve Fishwick for giving up his time to share his thoughts and insights...

Adams Trumpets in the UK

April 12, 2017March 1, 2018Leave a comment

The past few years has seen some tough times for the Musical Instruments industry in general, with many established manufacturers, distributors and retailers feeling the pinch - this has however left opportunities for a number of smaller companies to diversify and expand, and we have also seen a number of new niche companies spring up. … Continue reading Adams Trumpets in the UK

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Trumpet Artist Profile: Massimo Longhi

‘Design Innovations’ Part 3 : Asper Trumpet Products

Trumpet Artist Profile: Markus Stockhausen

Trumpet Artist Profile: Fabrizio Bosso

Trumpet Artist Profile: Jerry Hey

Northern Brass: Mouthpiece Review

Trumpet Artist Profile: Winston Byrd

Trumpet Artist Profile: Vince DiMartino

How To Be a Versatile Trumpeter

Trumpet Artist Profile: John Thirkell

Frate Precision: Interview and Mouthpiece Review

A.R. Resonance: Interview and Mouthpiece Review

Trumpet Artist Profile: Raynald Colom

What difference does mouthpiece material make?

Trumpet Artist Profile: Steve Fishwick

Adams Trumpets in the UK