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Emb_Enh
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PostPosted: Mon Nov 04, 2002 7:26 am    Post subject: Reply with quote

A "NEW" Trumpet Method Book by Roddy o-iii<O

"E M B O U C H U R E___E N H A N C E M E N T"
[Self Analysis and Diagnostic Method for Trumpet Advancement]
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OVER 200 PAGES
Chapters contain self-analysis tests and diagnostic tools.

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50 CHAPTERS [Plus 50 current method book reviews].....

Introduction...[Why I did it!]

Better Breathing...[Check and improve your breathing technique, staying relaxed / using abs.]

Buteyko Breathing and Trumpet...[New method for thinking about air delivery]

Circular Breathing...[How to]

The Glottis ...[Have you got one? / what to do with it!]

Throat Closing?...[Diagnosis and cures]

An Immediate Improvement...[Recipes for for those who can't wait]

The Lip Position ...[Find the optimum position for your method / physiology!]

Lip Swelling / Endurance / Range...[Cure it / Lengthen it / Increase it!]

Efficiency Correlated to Range...[Your current position /how to make real progress!]

Efficiency Test...[Increase your vibrancy on the Trumpet]

Mouthpiece Pressure ...[How to REALLY minimise this terrible disease]

Days Off / Lip Swelling...[Why you can't / How to minimise]

Lip Vibrations...[Good, good, good good - vibrations! : )

The Aperture, and what it is ! ...[What / Why / Usage]

Aperture Test...[Find out what's really going on - for YOU!]

Buzzing...why? ...[The differences it'll make / why it has'nt previously]

Lips and Jaw Position...[Check against your other PERSONAL physiological variables]

Corners/2 embouchures?(hi / low)...[Check and strengthen for the Altissimo register]

Air Usage...[What should be happening, how to get there...]

What is .... "THE BLOW"?..[Identify it]

Finding .... "THE BLOW"...[Find it!]

Keeping .... "THE BLOW"...[Keep it!]

S O U N D...[How the trumpet works in ALL the registers]

Concious and Subconcious...[The mental game with NEW mental training tips]

Range Hitting and Playing...[Which are you? / what you can do about it!]

Stuck on Double 'G' (here's the cure)...[The answer for many players is here!]

The Method books don't work...[Why they don't / How you can reverse this]

The Warm up is irrelevant...[A NEW way to warm up]

Low / Middle / High Register...[What's yours? / want to change the parameters?]

My High Note Method...[It's ALL here!]

My High Register Exercises...[How to!]

Practice routines that work...[Ditto]

Pitch centre...[Playing and staying]

Pivot...[What/why it might be important for YOUR physiology]

Pedal tones...[Needed? / how to succeed without them!]

Alternate fingerings above High C...[To help you]

Nada Yoga / Long tones...[The 20 minute 'G' secret, benefit like Chase / Cat / MF did!]

Tension good / bad ...[What it is / How to use it to your advantage!]

Mouthpiece characteristics...[Identify + Optimise the positves/negatives for you!]

Mouthpiece...which one(s)...[Have you got the right one[s] / Then which one[s]

Mouthpieces small and big...[How they work with player variables]

SkyRocket mouthpieces...[They're GOOD!]

Starting beginners + Players 'chop' change (starting from scratch)...it's what it says]

OFF HORN exercises ...[Over 25 listed to help YOUR personal situation.]

Melody maladies...[Over 30 identified with curative advice]

Lesson information...[Contact info]

Trumpet online forums...[The goodies / baddies identified]

M E T H O D__B O O K__R E V I E W S ...[OVER 50 REVIEWS/GUIDANCE TO BETTER USE!]
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Order online [or email me] at:
http://www.R-o-d-d-y-T-r-u-m-p-e-t.cC/home

$35 USD / £20 / 30Euros INCLUDING shipping p+p to ANYWHERE on planet earth.

Yours Roddy o-iii<O
http://www.R-o-d-d-y-T-r-u-m-p-e-t.cC

PS...I'm getting A LOT of trouble even just logging into TH these days. Please email me with any queries.

RoddyTpt@aol.com



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PostPosted: Mon Nov 04, 2002 10:41 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

Nice post Roddy.

I would interested to know your "Introduction...[Why I did it!]."

This would not divulge any of your secrets in your book would it?
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PostPosted: Mon Nov 04, 2002 10:49 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

Book Introduction......

Hiya!

My love affair with the Trumpet started in an effort to copy my fave trumpet heros. First into my ears came Herb Alpert then Harry James followed by Dizzy Gillespie, Maynard Ferguson, Bill Chase, Mic Gillette and then so many it became a maelstrom of sound. Not once did I think about technique for there was'nt any readily available information on "how to". I just copied the sound [badly] of whom so-ever took my fancy, and I used whatever 'trick' I could invent, to get the sounds required.

As time went by I learnt more and more snippets of information and eventually in teaching myself to play the Trumpet, I found that some of the successful techniques I developed for personal use I discovered, were already in some of the method books available on the market.

Damn, I thought I had invented them ...it was still fun finding them for myself though.

In the UK, over the past 30 years it has'nt been easy to obtain many of the materials that the USA takes for granted. Whilst having disadvantages in not being able to easily purchase some of these methods, I also now feel that a distinct advantage was to be had in treading a path mapped out by personal trial and error as opposed to following
"a system".

In this book I hope to be able to get YOU to teach yourself by using some of the thought processes I used for myself. My book will hopefully go some way in helping you along this journey of self discovery, through showing you the path I took, and, asking you to address some issues you may not have thought about.

When you work with physiologically what is naturally yours in an efficient manner, then you'll make faster progress using any/all the books in your own personal way. I will show you through self analysis with this book how to do this.

Why should I write a book on trumpet?...because I have had some success in professional playing and the techiniques I have used to help myself, have already helped a lot of others too. I have taught over 120 pupils per year [over the last 15 years] to all ages, levels and styles. Many pupils are now pro in named organisations and I have had pupils that have won international awards. Hopefully some of my ideas will help you.

I sincerely hope so.
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PostPosted: Tue Nov 19, 2002 8:42 am    Post subject: Reply with quote

Nick Drozdoff....ex MF lead trumpeter

From: ndrozdoff@hotmail.com (Nicholas Drozdoff)
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Hello folks!

This is one for the FWIIW files from me.

I have a new copy of Roddy o-iii<O's new book, "Embouchure Enhancement."
I must say that this is a very thorough work. He has put a TREMENDOUS amount of
work into this. It would be well worth the time and expense to check this
out.

The book reads like a conversation or email exchanges - very informal and
personal. It weems, IMHO, to written like a lesson exhange between teacher
(Roddy) and studetn (reader). I like that tone. It adds to the uniqueness
of the book.

There are some exercises in the book, though it is mainily focuced on the
mental aspects of playing. It requires a LOT of introspection on the part
of the reader.

For me, Roddy sums up everything beautifully on page 103 of his book which
is titled "My High Not Method...". I'll quote them here (just the bulleted
items - no sub text - buy the book!).

1.) "I always try to keep the warm up to an efficient minimum!"
2.) "I don't practice every day."
3.) "I don't push my range every day I practice."
4.) "When practicing high stuff, only give it 97%."
5.) "You need more than one mpc. to play more than one style."
6.) "You should have the same range on all of them!"
7.) "The magic formula."
8.) "Lot's of normal register playing helps your range as well."
9.) "It's not what you practice, it's how you practice it."
10.) "Efficiency test."
11.) "Aperture test."

Now, Roddy says some things might might seem a litte controversial (number
2, for example), but these ideas make big sense to me, fwiiw. I have been
these things for many years now with my own way of playing and it has helped
me a great deal, but I'll do more on that later.

So, in conculsion, I'd have to recommend this book highly. I haven't read
EVERY last word, like an editor, but I have been through it (I got on
Thursday and it is over 200 pages long on 8.5 by 12 paper!). It has some
really neat stuff in it. Be sure to go to Roddy's site and check out his
playing, too. It seems to me that is important when buying a book - to be
sure the writer can do what he is writing about or at least has some back up
for his ideas Roddy, can back it up!!!


(Caruso may not have played trumpet, but he had many students
who could verify the success of his method).

Just my HO.

Peace.

Nick Drozdoff

Roddy did NOT solicit this post. He didn't even know I was going to do
it. I hope he doesn't mind.
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PostPosted: Tue Nov 19, 2002 8:49 am    Post subject: Reply with quote

Derek Reaban...

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Seeing the many positive messages about Roddy's new book:
"Embouchure_ Enhancement"

I am also compelled to send a message to the list. While I have not had a chance to read every word yet, I am very excited about everything that I have read!

Roddy describes two different types of beginning players,

1) the player that starts on a Low C using any means possible to produce a sound (and WHY this happens),

and ....

2) the player that focuses on buzzing before playing a note on the trumpet and
then begins on a second line G.

He then goes on to describe my entire life of frustrations / limitations as a Low C starter.
I have known a few players in my life that were fortunate to have been the lip buzzers starting on a second line G (the so called "naturals") and now I can better appreciate their perspective on approaching the horn from a young age.

Roddy's words echo much of the research that I have done myself, and the answers
that he presents align with what I have also discovered.

Roddy describes "efficiency correlated to range".
I have patched together the concepts of pp playing to enhance a responsive embouchure able to form a small aperture (H.L. Clarke & Jim Thompson), along with a relaxed delivery of the air (Chris Gekker), playing above the zero pressure line (Arnold Jacobs), sufficient rest (Just about everybody!), and the important concept of pitch center (Charlie Schlueter, and many others). With each of these concepts, the idea is to arrive at the most efficient application of the concept which will then allow an overall ease of playing. When combining them all together, the magic occurs, and this is demonstrated in the very finest players.

Roddy comes at this idea of efficiency in a way that I have not seen before, and speaks directly to me!

Roddy's words are so reinforcing to what I have already learned! He is giving me yet
another way to look at these extremely important concepts. It took me three years
to find the right path after 25 years of struggling. Knowing what I know now and seeing
how Roddy treats these concepts, I have to give a my highest endorsement to Roddy's
new book: "Embouchure_ Enhancement."

If you have an analytical mind, you will enjoy this book! If you aren't as analytical, I
think you will be drawn into the concepts through Roddy's conversational approach,
and talking directly to you!

I also especially enjoy his treatment in discussing many of the other trumpet methods [over 50] on the market, and what gems of wisdom he found in each of them. These gems were scattered along his own pathway of discovery, and it is a roadmap on the way to becoming more efficient in the way that he approaches the horn.

Well done Roddy! I'm sure I will have more to say after I've been able to read the
whole book! Thanks for providing such a marvelous resource to the trumpet playing
community.

Thanks,

Derek Reaban
Honeywell Engines, Systems, & Services
Reliability & System Safety Engineering
Phoenix, Arizona
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PostPosted: Tue Nov 19, 2002 8:57 am    Post subject: Reply with quote

From: Frank Gabriel Campos
To: RoddyTpt@netmusician.org


Hey Roddy!
I wanted to thank you for the speedy delivery of your book!
It haven't really gotten into it yet; the Welsh translation took me about a week (ha)--but it all looks very interesting. I will share it with my students and send them to your website to get their own copies. Thanks a million, Roddy, you are a TRUMPET MONSTER!

Best always,
Frank
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PostPosted: Tue Nov 19, 2002 9:01 am    Post subject: Reply with quote

Roddy,

I have just received a review copy of Embouchure Enhancement to run
in the book review's section of the ITG Journal. Before I can
schedule a review, I will need the publication city/country. I will
include your web site in the review. The next available issue of the
ITG Journal is October, 2004. Please be sure to update any web
information with me prior to that time, so that the review can have
current information.

Thanks.

John Korak

p.s. How do you pronounce o-iii<0?
--
Dr. John Korak
International Trumpet Guild
Book Reviews Editor
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PostPosted: Sun Nov 24, 2002 10:38 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

Hello there!

I've recently received my copy of Roddy's new trumpet book...and, even though Roddy and I have been friends for a few years now, I must say that I am IMPRESSED. It's kinda funny--I always knew he liked to talk trumpet, I just didn't realize that he could put together such an interesting book. I'll admit that TPIN has sort of had me "talked out" when it comes to some of the finer aspects of our art, but Roddy's book has pulled me in. There is SO much contained here--and the approach is one that is unique amoung the trumpet books that I've read. (And I've got plenty...!)
Here's a bit of a quote from a letter that I wrote to Roddy the other day:

"First of all...I'd like to make sure that you understand that I'm liking your book....a whole bunch! This is cool, this should have been written years ago.

Obviously, I'm only on page 15 at the moment, but the sort of thinking you are outlining is EXCELLENT!! THIS IS THE ONLY WAY TO APPROACH TRUMPET! (What? Roddy's way is THE way? YES!!!!!! HAHAHAHAHA!)

I'm usually so quick to point out that there IS no ONE way to play trumpet--but you've done it! You've developed the methodless method! The pathless path. Brilliant! I wish to hell that everyone who's ever promoted a single technique as THE WAY would read your book!"


I hope that my word, as Roddy's friend, isn't ignored on this. Yes, as his friend, I'd like to see his book be successful--but I wouldn't bother TPIN with this if I didn't actually think the book was worth it. I am currently about a third of the way into it (it's BIG--200 some pages of mostly text and discussion!) and am finding points on every page that interest me, that invite my comment and my thoughts!

To me, EVERY method book has many of the same sorts of exercises, the same studies of lip trills, range builders, articulation drills--yes, there are obviously different approaches, different spins put on them--but how many of them are inspirational? How many get you excited about playing, excited about thinking about the trumpet?

Roddy's book is a collection of vital discussions and ideas related to the finer points of trumpet playing. It's NOT another "How to Play High Notes" book--although that topic is in there, too! It is NOT a collection of major scales in 3rds and 4ths, NOT a collection of etudes or duets.

It IS a very strong statement about ALL aspects of trumpet playing told in an approachable way by an author who truly knows and loves his subject.

Christmas is coming--point your loved ones to Roddy's homepage so that they can "surprise" you with the book this year! Afterall, you're a trumpet player, you're hard to buy for, right? Remember, the choice is yours...pink, fuzzy slippers or a Fun To Read Trumpet Spectacular!

Here's a link: http://www.R-o-d-d-y-T-r-u-m-p-e-t.cC

Kurt Schulenburg
screech@flash.net
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PostPosted: Mon Nov 25, 2002 11:10 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

Date: Sun, 24 Nov 2002 08:08:49 -0800
To: tpin@tpin.dana.edu
From: Bart Brady Ciampa <bartbc@pacifier.com>
Subject: Roddy's Book, "Embouchure Enhancement"

Hello, folks!!

Well, on Thursday I received my copy of the Roddy o-iii<O Book, "Embouchure Enhancement," and I've been gleaning bits and pieces out of it for the past three days!!

My first impression of it was that it was a tome; 200 pages jam-packed with information and insights woven into a cohesive fabric as a result of Roddy's trumpet-playing journey.

I really liked the large format and the spiral binding, even though this isn't really a "music stand" book. This is the kind of reference source that you want to keep handy and I find myself carrying it around with me from room to room. You can spend hours at a time with it or, as I've done, jump around and read 15-minute snippets in sections where I really need a lot of work. (Then, I hit the woodshed to try out the suggestions.)

I think that no matter what level a player you are, there's a lot of beneficial material here for you. It's very reinforcing to read a section and say, "Oh, yeah, that's right!!" BUT, we all know what we really need to work on and Roddy's presentation is such that he offers suggestions, resources and insights that complement other approaches. In fact, he clearly states that this book SHOULD be integrated with other methodologies. (His concise reviews of many trumpet teaching methods is a welcomed addition to the book.)

There's a lot to say about each section that I have read, but I'll cut to the chase.

1.) Is it worth the money? Absolutely!! This book is the kind of trumpet "encyclopedia" that won't sit on your bookshelf and gather dust! This is something that you'll be referring to time after time.

2.) Is it for everyone? No. I wouldn't recommend it for your young beginning students. However, I think adult beginners and especially "comeback players" who are in the beginning stages of getting back into playing will find it an excellent resource. For, this is a book you can "grow into."

3.) Is it comprehensive? Hey, if I were to give it a title, I would have called it "Trumpet Playing as a Way of Life!!" It seems like Roddy has saved every scrap of information that has "worked" for him over the past 30 years and has organized it to be shared with the trumpet playing community, regardless of level of ability.

All I can say is, "Thanks, Roddy, for putting this together!! GREAT JOB!!

Further info about the book is available at his website
http://www.R-o-d-d-y-T-r-u-m-p-e-t.cC

As always, my very best wishes to all for a Happy Thanksgiving!

Bart Brady Ciampa
http://www.bartsmusic.com
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PostPosted: Sun Dec 01, 2002 2:53 am    Post subject: Reply with quote

As this is my last post for a while, I can not think of a better post than to say that I have something in my hands that will keep me learning and improving for a long time to come. I can not put this book down not even for 5 minutes without coming back to it to get inspired again with his learning and vibrant way of explaining his knowledge to you. I read enough books from a lot of pro players and I can tell you their books read like they were practicing … to the wall and not to you as a human being. This book speaks to me not only like a human being but rather as a friend. It is a joy to read and to learn. As he has stated, this book is not to be the sole source but to be used with whatever book you are studying with now. I must say that it feels like a “soul” source, however.

This book is so alive!! When something like this comes my way, it sticks to me and becomes part of my playing, my thinking and feelings. It represents a person’s life and experiences with the trumpet that he is sharing with you. He gets to the heart of the matter that he’s focusing on and I can guarantee that his experiences will save you al lot of hardship in learning to play. It will help you play as much alive as this book will make you feel and, IMO, that’s one of the major tasks of playing the trumpet. If I could play as this person wrote, I would have accomplished a major feat in my trumpet career. It is chocked full of tips on every page for everyone on every subject.

I have never seen such a book before in my life. It could not have come through a better person.

You’ve done an exceptional job Roddy in your book, Embouchure Enhancement!!

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PostPosted: Sun Dec 01, 2002 11:22 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

many thanks my friend... be well...
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PostPosted: Mon Dec 02, 2002 1:51 am    Post subject: Reply with quote

This is just what I'm looking for.

If someone can bring to life so many dead horse subjects, he's got something I want.

Straight Sounds with joy are the best!!

Joseph
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PostPosted: Sun Dec 08, 2002 1:17 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

Well, I finally finished Roddy Lewis's Embouchure Enhancement Method. It is what it claims to be - a Self Analysis and Diagnostic Method.

Let me tell you my story:

I have been playing for 30 years now. I am a band director, and freelance in the central PA area doing all types of playing. I consider myself lucky to be afforded the good deal of work I get, given the number of professional players in this area. There are some real heavyweight players around here with impressive resumes. I keep learning from all the players I work with every gig. I like to talk shop and pick brains.

The one aspect of my playing which I really wanted to improve was range/endurance. Not that my endurance/range was bad - it just wasn't what I wanted it to be. There were times when I embarrased myself because I was worn out and missed notes I shouldn't have on a job. I'm sure it will happen again - hopefully, not too often.

I purchased stacks of method books on "How to play the trumpet ... MY WAY". Played through 'em all, often with no real "breakthrough" type improvement. (Now, before any of you get your panties in a bunch - this was after putting significant practice in, and trying to adhere to the author's intentions - if so stated in the text.) Something was missing in my playing.

The deficiency was a faulty coordination of air/chops. For ME (maybe not for you), getting the chops/aperture set correctly before worrying only about the air, was what I had to do. Now that I believe they are, I can see what all of the "air" guys are talking about. This is what Roddy calls "the Blow". Now I concentrate on the air. I studied the Claude Gordon routines with a TOP NOTCH player (and 17 year student of Claude's) for awhile. My sound got bigger, but the reason (I believe) that my range was not improving was because of my chop set. I can now see the benefit of the CG routines and plan to continue with them in the future. (Bill, don't cringe if you read this!)

Roddy's book helped me to realize a few things about my own playing. (Self Analysis) I know that I am on the right path to further development of range and endurance after taking on-line lessons with him and reading through his book. Playing now feels different.

If you are a "excessive pressure" player, and are looking for help, you should definitely get the book and read it. Then re-read it and highlight what YOU need to think about. Of particular interest to me were chapters: Lip Swelling/Endurance/Range, Efficiency Correlated to Range, Mouthpiece Pressure, "The BLow" and, Practice Routines that Work.
I am sure that if you have been playing for awhile and have hit a plateau, there is something in this book that might turn on a lightbulb above your head.

BTW , I waited awhile before I posted any of this. I have been seeing positive changes for awhile, but wanted to make sure it was permanent and not a temporary improvement. I can now "hit" notes above DHC (you wouldn't want to hear them on a gig), and "play" about a minor third higher than previously. My endurance has increased about 50% from before.

Roddy's book is one of those read and re-read texts. Very few exercises - more of a self-reflection type of method. (As in .... maybe the reason this is happening is because you are doing this ....) The stack of method books I have now make a little more sense. One can tell that the author really loves playing the horn and projects that enthusiasm in his teaching.

Well done Roddy.

Steve
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PostPosted: Mon Dec 09, 2002 7:09 am    Post subject: Reply with quote

Many thanks Mr.Steve! - your a toff!
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PostPosted: Tue Dec 17, 2002 10:15 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

Roddy,

I have just about finished your book (it is longer than mine). I have enjoyed reading it.
I especially like, and agree, with your emphasis on tone and also the idea of playing notes as opposed to "hitting" them. Sometimes it is hard to remember it is all about music.

I think we pretty much agree on playing the same way in all registers too. The routine that I use is mostly to get students to play through the horn and approach all registers the same way.

Stay in touch.

Joe Phelps

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"So You Want To Be A Trumpet Player"
by Joe F. Phelps

International Trumpet Guild member Joe Phelps's new book is dedicated to Mr. William Adam, Professor Emeritus.

Mr. Phelps, with over 30 years of trumpet teaching experience has authored a book geared towards the high school and college trumpet player. Mr. Phelps studied with William Adam, at Indiana University School of Music, for his undergraduate work and on a continuing basis for more than 30 years.

His influential teachers were David Ritter (University of Central Arkansas), John Haynie (University of North Texas), Fred Peterson (Eastern Kentucky University), and Gil Johnson (University of Miami).

"So You Want To Be A Trumpet Player" priced at $24.00 can be ordered at:

Joe F. Phelps
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Boone, NC 28607-3821
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PostPosted: Tue Dec 17, 2002 11:15 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

I got this book a few weeks ago and it really has done wonders for my playing without screwing up my chosen method (Caruso).
For me the book paid for it's self with the chapter "Stuck on Double G (here's the cure...)" p.92

.....................buy the book to find out how to break down this wall !!

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PostPosted: Wed Dec 18, 2002 12:32 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

Nate! ---I am SO pleased for ya!!! ----yay!!

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PostPosted: Mon Dec 23, 2002 3:51 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

IMHO:
Most method books say :"This is the way to do it, get on with it."
Roddy's says "Follow these guide-lines, which should prevent you from falling into traps, and progress in a way which is natural for you, using these fundamental principals."

If you find the physical aspects of trumpet playing harder than you think it should be, Roddy's book is the next thing you should read!
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PostPosted: Mon Dec 23, 2002 10:19 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

many thanks Mr.BC -- who/whereever you are...

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PostPosted: Thu Dec 26, 2002 10:15 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

From another satisfied customer....

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"Roddy - Do you have have Joe Marcinkiewicz's book called " Buzzzzone" The entire book is about your section called "Finding the Blow." I spent hours reading this book. Also - Ron King has given me many hours of lessons trying the same thing !

I have spent $100.00's of dollars and not one teacher ( Ron King, Charlie Davis, Lew Sollof or Jerome Callet ) has even taken the time to EXPLAIN HALF of what you so very clearly explained in your "Embouchure Enhancement" method.

I swear - I read this - and I got the BIGGEST AAAAHHHAaaahhhhh !!

It IS now CRYSTAL CLEAR TO ME.


Now its really clear to me what I have been trying to do for 5 yrs ! Ron teaches the Adam Routine ( So does Charlie Davis ) - but they don't EVER explain it to you
( what the HELL your supposed to be doing and getting out of it ). I have been buzzing my leadpipe for 3 F#%@*&G years ! ( To no avail ).

Now - I am really pissed because Charlie never explained anything to me ( he kept saying -"just do it" and don't get into "Analysis paralysis" Dam ! - I am a degreed Engineer ! I will analyze ).

Well - your book is really clear to me. I have all of the books you reviewed in your book
( except Brisbois - I would like to get it )

Yours is of greater VALUE than ALL of them
!Thanx Roddy - I'm gonna really be picking your brain man !" - Joe
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"Sometimes the same thing said in another way can help a ceratin player." --
Clint 'POPS' McLaughlin
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many thanks to ALL the players who have said constructive things about my method book.

special thanks to POPS who gave me the above 'pearl' which encouraged me to carry on in writing the book in MY own way ....

HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!

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