In this unique DVD, Wynton traces the history of the Trumpet from the early examples of a Conch Shell and Ram’s Horn, to today’s modern orchestral and jazz instruments. He explains how the construction of the Trumpet has changed over time, and demonstrates those changes by playing and talking about different historical instruments and their respective historical eras.
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Ensemble | Wynton Marsalis |
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Release Date | April 16th, 2008 |
Record Label | PlayinTime Productions Inc. |
Catalogue Number | WME006 |
Formats | DVD |
Genre | Educational Recordings |
Barnhouse Company (CD) |
Track | Length | Preview |
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DVD chapters | ||
History of the trumpet | 39:58 | |
From the beginning | 11:29 | |
Essential Tips for Getting Your Sound | 22:30 |
In this unique DVD, Wynton traces the history of the Trumpet from the early examples of a Conch Shell and Ram’s Horn, to today’s modern orchestral and jazz instruments. He explains how the construction of the Trumpet has changed over time, and demonstrates those changes by playing and talking about different historical instruments and their respective historical eras.
In addition to this entertaining and interesting historical review, Wynton includes two bonus sections specifically for the trumpet player and musician.
“Essential Tips for Getting Your Sound”, and “From The Beginning”, give the player unique insight from this excellent educator, Pulitzer Prize Winner, and superb musician to bring into your own sound every day ! These are programs that everyone interested in the Trumpet or how to play it should have in their collection
Hosted by: Wynton Marsalis
Executive Producer and Concept: Sandy Feldstein
Written by: Robert E. Foster and Wynton Marsalis
Produced, Directed, & DVD Authoring: David Olive
Production Graphics: Ed Favara
DVD Cover Design: Jorge Paredes/JP Creative Group
Wynton Marsalis Quartet:
Wynton Marsalis (trumpet), Eric Reed (piano), Reuben R. Rogers (Bass), Ali Jackson (drums)
Mr. Marsalis Management:
The Management Ark, Inc.
Edward C. Arrendell II, President