et_mike
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![[*]](./images/oxygen/default_icon.gif) posted on 30-4-2007 at 08:46 AM |
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becoming more flexible??
Just thought I would get the party started since no one else has.
Any thoughts or ideas, or specific study materials, that can help to develope flexability as quickly as possible would be greatly appreciated!
Thanks ahead,
mike
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| posted on 1-5-2007 at 12:08 PM |
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I don\'t know about quickly...but there are a bunch of ways to practice flexibility. I like to use exercises like the James Stamp method in warmups,
Dr. Charles Colin\'s Advanced Lip Flexibilities, and Earl Irons 27 Groups of exercises. They all start with a small, user friendly range and expand
outward in both directions. The stamp method goes into pedal tones and back to above the staff. This is a real \"stretcher\" since it forces you to
use one embouchure setting over many octaves. Work on some of these slowly and methodically and the flexibility will happen. I\'m sure Rich and Jon
will have some further recommendations on other methods they have used.
Howie J
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| posted on 1-5-2007 at 12:41 PM |
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I\'ve never been much of a method-book man, so forgive me this strikes you as odd. Developing flexibility is something that will come to you over
time, just has brian said. I think what you need to focus on what are your weak points about your flexibility? Be honest with yourself, because lying
to yourself obviously will only hinder you.
Some of the things I can suggest are what I consider \"Gettin\' Back to the Basics.\"
Starting with good solid long tones during the beginning of your day should be a must.
Start out a nice moderate level on for example a middle G. Expand downward in half steps until you reach low C. Now start again on that G and expand
upwards to C. Now Slur smoothly downward, very slowly C-G-C. Now expand from C down to low F#. This should take a while if you\'re doing it
correctly. Take a minute to rest your chops, get some water do what ever you need to, but don\'t take TOO much time off.
Your next step should be easy one to two octave scales. Gotta get that air movin\' and the blood flowing. After you\'ve done some scales, again take
another 1-2 minute break. Reflect on your sound, your intonation, and the end result. Come back to the horn and do some lip slurs now. I usually
slur from Low C up to G up to C, B-F#-B, etc. Doing this in half steps.
Now repeat the Same Excersize but Descending from C in the staff to below it.
Doing good even lip slurs, as well as octave slurs can help build a very solid flexibility. Over time you will be able to do these faster and faster.
As far as methods go, I would suggest the Schlossberg book, and the Vincent Chicowicz flow studies.
Good Luck.
Jon
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| posted on 1-5-2007 at 05:51 PM |
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Charles Colin Advanced Lip Flexibilities is one of the all-time great books. The secret is to do them slowly with a full sound. Not only will it help
you with your flexibility, but it will also help you to build endurance.
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| posted on 2-5-2007 at 06:57 AM |
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Wow.. great info...
I actually already own the Colin and Schlossber books so I guess now I need to find some patience LOL.... Thanks or your help.
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JonKratzer
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| posted on 2-5-2007 at 12:57 PM |
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 It\'s something you\'ll develop over time.
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et_mike
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| posted on 3-5-2007 at 07:36 AM |
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Thanks again guys. I also just want to say that this is a great sight... I have been looking for years for a site like this and finally happened
across it bored at work... don\'t tell my boss! I intend to let everyone I know that plays an instrument know about it so hopefully we can see the
boards go into full swing. I see lots a views and not so many posts... I\'m a believer that even if you don\'t have the answer, you can post
something that might get other people talking... but anyway... thanks again and keep up the good work.
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JonKratzer
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Mike this board used to by thriving with names you wouldn\'t even believe until you saw it. Unfortunately there was a nasty spell of Internet Trolls
that ran a lot of people off. The board has also been redone 2 or 3 times now. I\'ve been coming here since 1999 or 2000...the actual year escapes
me, but I know that this board can build back up if we get serious posters back on here. So tell your trumpet buddies and we can make this a
successful trumpet community once again.
Thanks,
Jon
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| posted on 5-6-2007 at 08:59 AM |
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If you are new to flexibility exercises, my book, Fundamental Flexibility Exercises, will set you up nicely for Colin, Irons and the rest. It is
systematic and progressive. I agree with Kratzer that you can develop it over time. However, if you want to drive from LA to NYC you got to know the
roads and have a plan. Avoid unnecessary detours. Use my onramp!
Matt Graves
Online Trumpet Lessons Via Live Video Chat
Author of Fundamental Flexibility Studies
Student of Claude Gordon 1983-1990
Private Teacher in Brooklyn, NY
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