Mitchell on Trumpet - Book 4 with CD

Mitchell on Trumpet is revered by educators around the globe and stands unequaled by any other published approach for trumpet. This proven curriculum will guide any ambitious student on a path towards performance excellence. It takes you from the beginning to the extreme limits of the horn through a gradual progression of 82 balanced lessons developing your range from low F# to G above high C. Mitchell on Trumpet - Book 4 is the final chapter of this exciting journey beginning with Lesson 64 and continues with many advanced concepts while extending the student's range to Double High G. The exercises and studies cover all phases of playing with the ultimate goal of acquiring and maintaining a strong flexible embouchure. The included CD contains every possible combinations of the final tune in the book, The Flight of the Bumblebee, arranged for Trumpet and Piano, written in two Concert keys, G minor and A minor. Pappy often said, Perfect practice makes perfect, careless practice makes mediocrity, and no practice makes nothing. Since every individual has their own unique set of strengths and challenges, the time necessary to devote to studying this method will vary from student to student. The important thing is to establish a structured schedule that is appropriate for you. There are countless professionals, educators, and performers who claim that Mitchell on Trumpet is the most complete trumpet method ever written. The student who completes Mitchell's Method will be among a select few who possess the endurance, technique, and flexibility needed to conquer any obstacle that they may encounter in any musical passage ever written for trumpet. This Book 4 as well as all others in the series is dedicated to Harold's son, Ollie Mitchell. His tireless pursuit to see his Pappy's work published and brought back to life for future generations of professional artists is one of the many reasons that we at Santorella Publications feel it is our obligation to forge forward. Ollie touched so many lives in his lifetime, as did his father, but as fate would have it, Ollie was peacefully reunited with his Pappy when he passed away at home surrounded by family and friends on May 11, 2013. To follow is a sampling of the many endorsements received for Mitchell on Trumpet. 1. This magnificent method that will prepare the player for whatever they may encounter. The well designed lessons & melodic exercises maintain the students' interest while keeping the mind attentive to the most important fundamentals of the instrument. Gary Grant: Studio Player & Member of the Jerry Hey Horn Section. 2. Upon beginning Mitchell on Trumpet I was amazed at how quickly my reading skills & physical capabilities improved. I recommend this marvelous approach for trumpet players of any discipline. Bob Strickland: Jazz Trumpet Performer & Recording Artist from Everett, WA. 3. Having used all 4 volumes of Mitchell's Method. I feel it is the most comprehensive treatise I've ever seen. My students have had considerable success from the etudes & studies. This method has made a monumental contribution to trumpet instruction. Col. Gilbert Mitchell: U.S. Army Band. 4. As a Freelance Musician in L.A., I must be able to play all styles of Music. Pappy's approach is perfect for obtaining endurance, flexibility, accuracy, and range. I highly recommend this method to all students & professionals. Bob O'Donnell: One of Today's L.A. Freelance Players in Demand. 5. My teacher Leo De Mers introduced me to Mitchell on Trumpet. Until then I had only played out of the Arban's book. The difference with Pappy's approach was how musical the lessons were. The knowledge I gained gave me the confidence to play anything. I highly recommend these books to every trumpet player. Rick Baptist: L.A. Lead Player for Dancing with the Stars.