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| Brass |
The following are classified as brass instruments:
Trumpet
Trombone
Baritone
Tuba
French Horn
Age to start lessons:
The earlier a child can be exposed to music, the better! Music has so many benefits beyond
music education! Music increases math, reading, spatial skills, and SAT scores. It teaches
commitment, organization, self discipline, positive social skills and increases a child’s self
esteem!
The following is an average age recommendation for Brass Instruments. The perfect age to
begin lessons is ultimately dependant on the individual child. Some students find success at
beginning lessons at a much earlier age than normally recommended. Other students benefit
from waiting until an older age to start lessons.
8-9 years old and up
Due to the size and weight of the instruments and the required breath support and lung
capacity, it is best to start at 8-9 years old and up.
What do I need to start lessons?
Please consult your teacher for specific requirements.
Instrument and case
Many retail stores will offer both rental and purchase options. A rental option is beneficial to
test out a student’s interest and ability on that particular instrument. Many stores will allow
you to switch to a different instrument if the original is not a good fit. There are also student
models for many of the band instruments. Ask your local music store for more details.
Cleaning and maintenance kit
Music stand
Lesson books and materials
Your lesson books and materials will be selected by your teacher. Your teacher will either
purchase the materials for you (please reimburse your teacher directly) or they will give you
the information so you can purchase them.
Lesson log
A lesson log keeps track of your assignments, the concepts covered at each lesson, and
your practice time. Your teacher may have a specific lesson log they would like you to use.
Pencils
Make sure to have plenty of erasers too!
Other helpful items:
Metronome
A metronome plays a beep or tone at the tempo requested. It is a very valuable tool for
teaching and establishing rhythm.
Electronic tuner
Recordings of professional or advanced players on your instrument
Brass recordings
It is very inspiring to hear what years of practice can sound like!!
Trumpet
Trombone
Baritone
Tuba
French Horn
Age to start lessons:
The earlier a child can be exposed to music, the better! Music has so many benefits beyond
music education! Music increases math, reading, spatial skills, and SAT scores. It teaches
commitment, organization, self discipline, positive social skills and increases a child’s self
esteem!
The following is an average age recommendation for Brass Instruments. The perfect age to
begin lessons is ultimately dependant on the individual child. Some students find success at
beginning lessons at a much earlier age than normally recommended. Other students benefit
from waiting until an older age to start lessons.
8-9 years old and up
Due to the size and weight of the instruments and the required breath support and lung
capacity, it is best to start at 8-9 years old and up.
What do I need to start lessons?
Please consult your teacher for specific requirements.
Instrument and case
Many retail stores will offer both rental and purchase options. A rental option is beneficial to
test out a student’s interest and ability on that particular instrument. Many stores will allow
you to switch to a different instrument if the original is not a good fit. There are also student
models for many of the band instruments. Ask your local music store for more details.
Cleaning and maintenance kit
Music stand
Lesson books and materials
Your lesson books and materials will be selected by your teacher. Your teacher will either
purchase the materials for you (please reimburse your teacher directly) or they will give you
the information so you can purchase them.
Lesson log
A lesson log keeps track of your assignments, the concepts covered at each lesson, and
your practice time. Your teacher may have a specific lesson log they would like you to use.
Pencils
Make sure to have plenty of erasers too!
Other helpful items:
Metronome
A metronome plays a beep or tone at the tempo requested. It is a very valuable tool for
teaching and establishing rhythm.
Electronic tuner
Recordings of professional or advanced players on your instrument
Brass recordings
It is very inspiring to hear what years of practice can sound like!!
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