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Step 1
Begin with proper posture. Sit up straight.
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Step 2
Focus on your embouchure. Embouchure refers to the facial muscles around the mouth and the way the mouth holds the mouthpiece. Proper embouchure produces good sound.
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Step 3
Play long tones. Hold each note for four beats. Play a series of long tones for 5 to 10 minutes. Take full breaths through your mouth.
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Step 4
Practice slurring your notes together. Then tongue between each note. Try for regularity in your articulation. Focus on increasing the speed and on the quality of your sound.
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Step 5
Run through chromatic, major and minor scales every day. The scales help your fingers warm up and are a great way for beginners to learn their notes.






