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Lawler Bb
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TKSop
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I'd add a couple more Reeves 40-series pieces to my collection (the rim seems to be perfect for me)...
Then if enough remained, probably a nicer triple-case than my protec - so Bonna or Torpedo. |
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Craig Swartz
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| TrentAustin wrote: | I'd buy some lessons, extra practice time, and recordings to inspire me and motivate me to practice!
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I agree with this- equipment races are great, but just increasing skills, becoming more efficient and learning from real master teacher/players will make you more apt to get some use out of all that crap. Just look at all the stuff for sale here in the market place. And when a guy like Trent makes a statement like he did, a lot of us ought to stand up and take notice. (And he, BTW, sells a lot of the stuff some you would spend your money on...) Good luck! |
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Lessons! 
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TrentAustin
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| Craig Swartz wrote: | | TrentAustin wrote: | I'd buy some lessons, extra practice time, and recordings to inspire me and motivate me to practice!
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I agree with this- equipment races are great, but just increasing skills, becoming more efficient and learning from real master teacher/players will make you more apt to get some use out of all that crap. Just look at all the stuff for sale here in the market place. And when a guy like Trent makes a statement like he did, a lot of us ought to stand up and take notice. (And he, BTW, sells a lot of the stuff some you would spend your money on...) Good luck! |
FYI I am taking a trumpet lesson tomorrow so I cannot stress the importance of staying inspired via seeking out instructors and motivation in any way possible.
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J.P.S.
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| Posted: Mon Jul 31, 2017 5:46 pm Post subject: Re: If you could spend $1,000..... |
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| legyed3 wrote: | | If you suddenly found yourself with $1,000 in your pocket, what trumpet accessories would you spend it on? |
Fortunately I've always managed to pay for whatever accessories are needed to stay in the game. In this respect, I consider myself up to date.
So if the thousand dollars had to be spent on trumpet stuff, I would treat myself to the luxury of having my Los Angeles Olds Ambassador fully restored. Just because.
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trickg
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I've got one of a few options I'd go for:
1.) Mouthpiece safari - I'd find three specific mouthpieces - one for lead work, one for classical, and one for my Eb/D trumpet, have them all cut for sleeves, and get enough sleeves to dial in anything.
2.) I'd have a horn overhauled - not sure which one.
3.) Lessons - I have a couple of people in mind I'd like to study with.
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strangedejavu506
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| I too would spend it on lessons and a lighter weight case! |
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I am 55 years old. I am a community band player, whether concert band, jazz band, or small ensemble: classical, Dixieland, or jazz. I have my favourite trumpet. I have gone on mouthpiece safari and have my favourite mouthpieces for what I play. I now have teeth issues and practice as much as I can to maintain my bare minimum of competency for concert band parts. I have cases, mutes, places to play, a Queenie flugel that has great tone and intonation, etc. Actually, if I was told to spend $1K on trumpet related stuff, I would go to either the director where I went to high school (who was a classmate of mine way back when) or college (the brass professor was a classmate of mine in undergrad) and ask what the students need, and donate it.
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A killer suspension for my motorcycle!
What?
I use my bike to transport me and my gear to the gig.
Money well spent!
Best, Jon
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