Hal Leonard - Arban-St. Jacome for trumpet or cornet

General

Both Arban's and St Jacome's methods were written as early as the ^19th century. Both methods focus on the brass player and contain numerous exercises that address dynamics, articulation, rhythm, keys, intervals, trills and breathing. Conservatoire students around the world study from Arban and St. Jacome.

Arban-St. Jacome method for trumpet or cornet

The book is divided into five chapters. In the first chapter, we find many basic exercises from the Arban method. The second chapter deals with 'lip-slurs'. Studying these regularly will significantly improve your embouchure and endurance. In chapter three we find exercises from the St. Jacome method that deal with articulation. Chapter four deals with intervals and the last chapter explores various trills and other embellishments. The student's level does not matter with this book. Both beginners and experienced wind players will find exercises of value. This edition is suitable for trumpet and cornet.