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eisprl · 09-04-2006, 05:43 PM

The best I can say is that it just comes down to where each player places him/her self genre wise.

You will most likely not find a bright "lazer" tone in a jazz quartet. These kinds of groups are more often found in jazz clubs or hired as back ground music. In this case, the musicians want to be soft and as non-offensive as they can so that the patrons can enjoy a nice evening / meal. (The use of mutes, Flugels etc are good tools for this).

The louder, brighter players may play in larger ensembles that may be hired for a dance, cruise, recording etc. These guys will most likely be a little harsher on the gas pedal.

But in answer to your question (How do they do it?) I would just say, relax and listen to everyone else around you, take your time, and think soft easy thoughts. (Try to stear away form the proverbial "trumpet player").

Also, I guess it depends on what type of music you are playing. As a trumpet player you are expected to be able to play lots of different styles.

Cheers
Dont be afraid of asking questions here, this is the place to do it for sure. I am sure there are far more amatures than professionals in here. My opinion is just that, my opinion. I am sure I will think of something better I could have said after I post this (c'est la Vie)

Eric

09-04-2006, 05:43 PM	#4 (permalink)
eisprl Mezzo Piano User Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Halifax, NS CANADA Posts: 513	The best I can say is that it just comes down to where each player places him/her self genre wise. You will most likely not find a bright "lazer" tone in a jazz quartet. These kinds of groups are more often found in jazz clubs or hired as back ground music. In this case, the musicians want to be soft and as non-offensive as they can so that the patrons can enjoy a nice evening / meal. (The use of mutes, Flugels etc are good tools for this). The louder, brighter players may play in larger ensembles that may be hired for a dance, cruise, recording etc. These guys will most likely be a little harsher on the gas pedal. But in answer to your question (How do they do it?) I would just say, relax and listen to everyone else around you, take your time, and think soft easy thoughts. (Try to stear away form the proverbial "trumpet player"). Also, I guess it depends on what type of music you are playing. As a trumpet player you are expected to be able to play lots of different styles. Cheers Dont be afraid of asking questions here, this is the place to do it for sure. I am sure there are far more amatures than professionals in here. My opinion is just that, my opinion. I am sure I will think of something better I could have said after I post this (c'est la Vie) Eric __________________ Eric Sproul Practice is like filling a leaky bucket Bb: Yamaha Xeno 8335 C: Bach Stadivarious 239L and 25A leadpipe (Owned by Eric Sholtz) Flugel: Yamaha Bobby Shew 6310Z Mouthpieces: GR tech www.stadband.ca