45 Little-Known Performance Techniques: A groundbreaking book that will completely change your understanding of trumpet playing! Adam Rappa, a world-renowned trumpeter who rose to fame in the 1970s with his "Blast!", a piece based on a marching band originally conceived for the healthy development of young people in the United States. His original book, "On the Path to the Total Efficiency," which he wrote with great passion, has been translated into various languages, but this edition, updated as of 2018, is the definitive edition. The first half of the book offers a variety of helpful advice for beginners and those in charge of teaching beginners, including tips on keeping a practice diary and preparing yourself before picking up an instrument. The second half explores his ability to effortlessly move between double high C (extremely high range) and double pedal (extremely low range), a key skill that all trumpet players are interested in, and introduces his unique tongue technique, the driving force behind this. This book is recommended for players at both the high-end amateur and professional levels. By using the accompanying CD featuring the author's own performance, you can gain a deeper understanding of the contents of this book. Also included as a bonus track is "Poopy Pants Blues," a multi-track recording that makes full use of mouthpiece sounds. Enjoy a hilarious soundscape that makes full use of earth-shattering technology.
