A great explanation and demonstration of the air and embouchure balance required for great trumpet playing! Mr. Thompson is Professor of Trumpet at the Eastman School of Music.

It’s time for a new website!  Look for updates and changes coming daily as I get used to the new format.  A special thanks to Christian Mogensen at Squadron 7 for his custom web design and support.  Feel free to … Continue reading →

Thanks to encouragement from a wonderful friend, I’ve decided to start a blog based on my experiences as a trumpet player, a trumpet instructor, and a music scholar. I look forward to verbalizing a wide range of topics pertaining to … Continue reading →