Download the PDF of “Tom Harrell Solo on ‘April Mist’” For this Exercise of the Week, Bryan Davis presents a transcribed jazz solo by Tom Harrell. It is his solo on the original tune “April Mist” from the 1991 CD “Visions” by Tom Harrell. “Visions” links:Amazon – https://amzn.to/2SokL8I(This is an affiliate link. If you choose…
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Archives for 2018
Bend & Flex Melodic Study #1 for Trumpet | Exercise of the Week #27
Day 10 of #Advent2018 is marked by the welcome return of the Exercise of the Week! This is a melodic study that belongs to the forthcoming Bend & Flex collection of exercises, which incorporates note bending into flexibility, and now melodic, exercises. Download the PDF of “Bend & Flex Melodic Study #1“ Check back every…
A Quick Update and Trumpet Lesson Opportunities THIS WEEKEND!
A quick update video to apologize for my recent video silence – due to family stuff back in England over the past few weeks, I’ve been too busy to upload. However, now I’m back! Expect more new videos on this channel in the next few days! Also, Trumpet Lessons are available THIS WEEKEND (Dec 1…
Combination Drills Variant #3 for Trumpet | Exercise of the Week #26
For this Exercise of the Week, Bryan Davis presents a previously unpublished variation on his popular Combination Drills exercises. This version is the 7/8 Combination Drills pattern on the arpeggiation of the Major Pentatonic scale. Download the PDF of “Combination Drills Variant #3” Buy “Combination Drills: Developed Scales in Odd Meters” by Bryan Davis. PDF eBooks…
Taking Care Of Your Lips | #TrumpetProTips 6
In this episode of #TrumpetProTips, Bryan Davis shares his advice on keeping your lips in tip top condition, particularly as the weather gets colder. Trumpet Lessons with Bryan Davis are available in-person, if you’re in the New York City area, or via Skype if you live elsewhere. For more information, please visit: http://bryandav.is/teaching If you…
Syncopated Scales for Trumpet | Exercise of the Week #25
In this video, Bryan Davis presents a new version of the Expanded Scales from EOTW #12. This version also has a rhythmic component, with a series of rhythmic displacements applied to the beats through out. The result is a challenging workout for the chops and sight-reading! Download the PDF of “Syncopated Scales #1” We want to…
How to Growl and Flutter Tongue on Trumpet | #TrumpetProTips 5
By request, Bryan Davis presents #TrumpetProTips about common trumpet sound effects. This week, it’s Growling and Flutter Tonguing – 2 similar sounding effects with contrasting techniques. Some examples of Trumpet Players using Growling and/or Flutter Tonguing: – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ErlcwMVGdw If you have questions or comments about this video, we want to hear them! If you have…
Alternative Technical Study #5 for Trumpet | Exercise of the Week #24
In this video, Bryan Davis presents another Alternative Technical Study. This time, it’s a wholetone scale workout in 7/8. The downloadable PDF has the exercise in all 12 keys, following the circle of 4ths. Download the PDF of “Alternative Technical Study #5” We want to hear you playing this exercise! Video yourself playing a key or…
Combination Drills Variant #2 for Trumpet | Exercise of the Week #23
For this Exercise of the Week, Bryan Davis presents a previously unpublished variation on his popular Combination Drills exercises. This version is the 5/8 Combination Drills pattern on the arpeggiation of the Minor Pentatonic scale. Download the PDF of “Combination Drills Variant #2” Buy “Combination Drills: Developed Scales in Odd Meters” by Bryan Davis. PDF eBooks…
Brian Lynch Solo on “I’m Getting Sentimental…” | Exercise of the Week #22
Download the PDF of “Brian Lynch’s Trumpet Solo on I’m Getting Sentimental Over You” For this Exercise of the Week, rather than the type of exercises shared up to this point, Bryan Davis presents a transcribed jazz solo by Grammy-winning trumpeter Brian Lynch. It is his solo on the jazz standard “I’m Getting Sentimental Over You”…