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Old 02-03-2007, 05:45 AM   #15 (permalink)
GordonH
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Re: Haydn, Trumpet Concerto

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Originally Posted by rowuk View Post
Tab= Tabulatur and is the standard notation for a Lute/Guitar. It is basically a no brainer because it tells you where to put each finger on each string. Trumpet tabs would be cool because they would not only tell you where to put your fingers, but also your lips, giving you effortless, unlimited range!
Get a midi trumpet, then you can play any note even with no embouchre!

I am amazed by how easy producing notes is on other isntruments.
A pianist can go off for a week and still be able to play the full range.
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