| Many of the intonation tendencies I've had are a result of a particular trumpet/mouthpiece combo combined with my natural tendencies. Of course, if you recognize a specific tendency (i.e., a sharp G above the staff), the proper intonation can be learned and reinforced with practice. I've had better luck, however, with using a mouthpiece that corrects many of the problems by being a better match to my playing style and my trumpet. That way, there are far fewer notes that require correction and I can concentrate more on other aspects of playing. |