thomashooten

Hi Rowuk,

Thanks for the question. As far as a daily routine, I focus on fundamentals. Breathing, buzzing, Schlossberg, some Vizzutti (bk 1) for multiple tongue and flexibility, Arban for intervals, and Sachs daily routine book as well. There are many other things that I add from time to time...finger work,
sight reading, etc...In general I don't tend to stick to one particular routine. For me, I need to keep it different to avoid getting stuck in a rut.

As far as Equipement- I play a Yamaha Chicago C trumpet.
That is what I played when taking these last couple of auditions.
Schilke Piccolo, Stomvi Eflat\D, Yamaha B flat, Schagerl rotary- Europa model.

My mouthpiece is a Yamaha 17B4 Stock
Piccolo is 7e or 10 1\2 E


I did learn a lot in "The President's Own" Marine Band. Being in the military shows a person what extreme discipline is about- I think that influenced me. The band members have strong rhythmic intergrity, great sightreading skills, and are required to perform under many challenging conditions.

Thanks for the questions, I hope that helps.
Tom