| Hi Trumpettrax,
while sound is a very important part of any musical performance, a BALANCE of many factors will be the lasting impression for your audience. The basic tonal quality that is YOU is affected by your breathing, tonguing, body tension and the equipment that you prefer to play as well as everything that goes on between your ears! Concentrate on keeping a balanced practice routine. Try and get to as many live concerts with great players as possible. You will always walk away with a lasting impression - much more so than with CDs.
I still have an image of Mike Vax playing with the Kenton Band in the early 70's. After hearing what was possible, I was motivated to try even harder! Armondo Ghitalla had a similar influence on me. Those images still inspire me today although I don't sound like either! Work hard, get good teachers and keep your ears cleaned and open - you'll get there!
Robin
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