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Originally Posted by Vulgano Brother  ..
Based on Bach's and Luther's theology, the trumpet represented angels, and these weren't those cute fat little cupid imitations--we're talking about the real deal--scary angels!... |
I know some cute, fat, scary trumpet players too! Not all are suitable for playing Bach though!
The remark about evaporating as you go higher is a myth started years ago by some second rate trumpet players that didn't have any high range and found a way to sell it. The violists were greatful and the rest is history!