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Originally Posted by davidjohnson  play more in public.
go to the courtsquare and sound taps on veterans day, play at a church for offertory or maybe a community thanksgiving service, star spangled banner at events...the more the better until it helps. |
David may have the tunes slightly off (not certain that Redhill would appreciate those), but I do agree with his suggestion - play more.
Have you got a friendly pianist that you can team up with?
If so, a small recital in church is always a good way of raising money (as we have proved in the past). If you are unsure of whether your lip can last a whole recital, get a friend or two involved (maybe include some trumpet duets/trios - hmm, wonder who we could suggest?).
Another suggestion is to practice perform - if you are working towards a recital, get someone to sit on a practice session and perform as if it were the recital (if they are doing anything similar, you can then return the favour - I am sure you and Hannah can work something out).
And then reread Vulgano Brother's post, some good advice in there.