Trumpeters for hire in York
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"Anthony was so easy to work with. He is so flexible and can handle any tune! He is extremely friendly, enthusiastic and genuinely talented. His trumpet playing accompanied by an organ elevated our church wedding and made it feel so regal and elegant as I walked down the aisle! Perfect and would recommend to anyone. "
Andrea hired Anthony Thompson (available in York)
"Anthony is an outstanding musician and totally professional in all his dealings with us. I would not hesitate to recommend him to anyone. He made a huge contribution to our daughter’s wedding and helped make it such a special occasion."
David hired Anthony Thompson for a Wedding (available in York)
"Anthony was a brilliant performer for our wedding entrance and exit he played wonderfully and helped create a great entrance he was also dressed very smartly ! I would highly reccomend him to anyone ! Many thanks for making our entrance epic xxxxx"
Carly hired Anthony Thompson for a Wedding (available in York)
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What do you call a trumpet player?
A trumpet player in the UK is typically called a "trumpeter" or "trumpet player." The word "trumpet" is commonly used in both British and American English to refer to the instrument. However, in the UK, the word "cornet" is also sometimes, more rarely, used to refer to a trumpet, especially in brass bands. This is because cornets were more commonly used in brass bands in the UK than trumpets until the mid-20th century.
Can trumpet players also play the saxophone?
Yes, most trumpet players can learn to play the saxophone. The embouchure (the position of the lips) for both instruments is very similar, and trumpet players often have the necessary finger dexterity to play the saxophone. However, there are some key differences between the two instruments that trumpet players will need to adapt to: - Range: The saxophone has a wider range than the trumpet, which means that trumpet players will need to learn to play notes that are not in the trumpet's range. - Mouthpiece: The saxophone mouthpiece is much larger than the trumpet mouthpiece, and it requires a different embouchure. Trumpet players will need to practice with a saxophone mouthpiece to develop the necessary muscle control and flexibility. - Intonation: The saxophone is more challenging to intonate than the trumpet, which means that trumpet players will need to pay more attention to their pitch. - Fingering: The fingerings for the saxophone are different from the fingerings for the trumpet, although there is some overlap. Trumpet players will need to learn the new fingerings for the saxophone. With practice, most trumpet players can learn to play the saxophone at an intermediate level. However, it will take more work to play the saxophone at a professional level. Encore has multi-instrumentalists on its books, including trumpeters who play the saxophone. Get in touch with one of our experts today to find the right one for your event.
What genres do trumpeters usually play?
Trumpet players play a wide range of genres including jazz, classical, pop, rock, funk and Latin music. In addition to these genres, trumpeters can also play in many other styles, such as R&B, soul, and hip-hop. Our trumpeters often play a variety of genres, be sure to check out the song lists on their profile to get an idea of what they typically play or ask one of our experts for tailored recommendations.
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