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Summary: Trumpets and cornets are virtually the same instrument; learn the similarities and differences between the trumpet and the cornet in this free cornet video music lesson.
Duane Carter is a musician, writer and librarian from Los Angeles, Calif. He studied trumpet at Locke High School with jazz greats Bobby Bryant, Sr. and Oscar Brashear. Carter has...read more
Although very similar to the trumpet, the cornet is bass instrument that distinguishes itself by producing a mellower tone quality. Originally developed from the post horn, the cornet is used in brass bands, concert bands and wind ensembles. Since it is very close to the trumpet, most musicians that play trumpet will also be able to play this instrument. The hardest part for any beginner musician is simply getting started.
In this free cornet music lesson video series, let our expert show you how to play the cornet. Duane Carter tells you the differences and similarities between the cornet and trumpet. He also shows you how to use your tongue, lips, and breathing to accentuate notes. Duane gives you tips and advice for practicing the cornet. So, what are you waiting for? Start learning the mellow sounds of the cornet today!
"Hello my name is Duane Carter and on behalf of Expert Village I'm here to talk about how to play the cornet or trumpet. Before we start talking about how to play the instrument let me tell you about the trumpet or cornet. There basically the same instrument you use the same fingerings you use the same breathing techniques, same amateur and valve system is build the same exact way. Some differences are is the trumpet is built on what is called the cylindrical board system that is from the beginning of the horn all the way to the bell pipe, it's pretty much the same board throughout. With the cornet the board actually starts expanding in varies slightly all the way through the horn. That's called a conical boar when it gets to the end of the horn there pretty much the same, the bell flares out to around the same boar size. There equally a responsive to vibrations however the cornet is holds a little more resistance than the trumpet, so when you play the cornet you will feel more pressure as you play. Oddly enough the cornet plays more freer though in technique so it flows better."
eHow Article: Differences Between Trumpets & Cornets
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sslate90 said
on 12/8/2008 This video series is great. My child has decided to play the Cornet for the school band. As a parent with NO music experience, I needed some education on the instrument. This series of videos was very helpful for me and my child. We have watched parts of this series multiple times especially "How to form your lips" "Breathing Techniques" and "How to Use the Valves". Before watching "How to form your lips", my child could not play a note. This was very, very frustrating and my child wanted to quit. We decided to look for help on line and we googled "HOW TO FORM YOUR LIPS TO PLAY THE TRUMPET". This is how we found Mr. Carters series. Mr. Carter, thank you for making this series, you have helped to inspire my child. My child is finding success with the Cornet thanks to you.