Posts by Jake Hoskins
Let’s Talk Trumpet — Waterkeys & Dump Slides (Part II)
In the first part of this blog post, we focused on the important aspects of waterkey assemblies and their different means of operation. We then discussed the approach to developing a waterkey assembly and how one might effectively design one. This then led up to the following questions that are yet to be answered: As…
Read MoreLet’s Talk Trumpet — Waterkeys & Dump Slides (Part I)
Do you have to rotate your entire instrument to dispose of built-up condensation? Do you have to pull out certain valve slides and blow out the condensation from there? Or better yet…do you have to blow into the bell end of your instrument to allow for condensation to empty out? Oh my! One of the…
Read MoreHerbert L. Clarke & Timothy Gallway: The Inner Game of Cornet-Playing (Part II)
The Art of Cornet-Playing Herbert L. Clarke expresses during the early parts of his career about “trying” to find different ways to accomplish certain goals in his cornet-playing. In one instance, he mentions “trying to give a good performance” in order to reinforce a positive opinion about his reputation from the public. However, for Timothy…
Read MoreRoger Voisin & Earl Gaar: A Users Manual for the 4-Valve C/D Trumpet
In today’s blog post, I will be sharing with you all an unpublished typescript of a “users manual” on the 4-valve C/D trumpet, as well as some of my thoughts and findings on this write-up. With the help and permission of Dr. Earl Gaar, I have been able to put together a short blog post…
Read MoreHerbert L. Clarke & Timothy Gallway: The Inner Game of Cornet-Playing (Part I)
Hello and welcome to the Bájoc Brass Blog! In today’s blog post, we talk about how the classic guide to the mental side of peak performance offered by Timothy Gallwey can compare or relate to the life and career of the famous cornet virtuoso and teacher, Herbert L. Clarke. The Inner Game — What Is…
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