Fellow Strugglers

[Dark Knight]

Fellow Strugglers,
 
Have you ever thought it was never going to happen for you?  I have been there, watching YouTube videos on how to do lip flexibilities to access the upper register until my eyes were bloodshot.  Others, even kids, can make it look so easy like they are performing a magic trick that you can never figure out how it is done.
 
What you need is a “systematic” approach to accessing the upper register.  There is an approach to teaching how to play notes in the upper register.  It does require dedication and that you follow that systematic plan.  I have a very difficult time learning the trumpet and could not even play an arpeggio to high C in 2017.  It all seemed impossible.  Then I started taking online lessons with John Mohan.  By the end of 2019, I could get nice clear Fs and Gs (occasionally) above the stave.  I was content with that but over COVID, I decided to see how high I could go and squeaked out rather effortlessly DHCs.  Once he teaches you the “knack” of accessing the upper register, it is only a matter of time and dedication that determines where you want to end up.
 
The other day I texted John to let him know that I had my first wedding gig and to thank him for making such a huge difference in the way that I play.  TO MY FELLOW STRUGGLERS: success is possible even though it all seems like a cruel magic trick that you will never know how it is done.  I only send this message because I am ecstatic after my first paying gig and want others to know it can happen for you. All you have to do is contact johnkmohan@gmail.com
 
Best Wishes
 
DK
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[Bethmike]

John Mohan is my teacher as well. He is excellent.
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[Jaw04]

That was a really good endorsement! I bet he didn't charge you for the lesson in exchange for that testimony!