For the first installment in the “What’s The Point Of” series, we’ll look at the lead trumpet of a jazz orchestra. A typical big band has around 17 musicians and each one brings to the table with them a distinct voice and a lifetime of unique experience. Every single note ...
One of the hardest jobs for a lead trumpet player is reading high notes, a skill that involves a strong ear, confidence, and experience. There is a clear divide that separates trumpet players who can play high notes and trumpet players who can play lead and effectively perform in the ...
Al Porcino died two weeks ago at the age of 88. I never met him, but he is still a definitive part of my own lead playing. Al Porcino might be the greatest lead trumpet player the world has known. At least one of the top guys, along with Snooky ...
