A New Approach to Altissimo Trumpet Playing – Lynch

Some of the topics considered are:
PRESSURE – minimization techniques.
EMBOUCHURE – physics and design.
AIR FLOW – larynx relaxation and Zen technique.
LEFT HAND GRIP – designed to minimize pressure.
HORN ANGLE – effects of pivot.
PRACTICE AND WARM-UP – and optimized approach.
EQUIPMENT – mouthpieces, bore size and other equipment effects.
PSYCHOLOGY OF HIGH PLAYING – effect of attitude.
PHYSICS OF THE TRUMPET – pressure losses and energy distribution.
SPECIALLY DESIGNED EXERCISE PROGRAM – includes partial valve techniques and use of external pressure nodes beyond the bell.