Hello, My name is Don Shaffer. I've been playing various horns off and on for 30+ years. I like playing older jazz and blues music, occasionally out in public, but mainly in my studio using Aebersold play along CD's or Band in a Box.

I currently own the following four instruments and am looking to add a cornet to the line up soon.

YamahaYTR-738 Trumpet. Purchased in the early 80's used. It gives a big tone and has served me well over the years.
Yamaha YTR-6310ZS "Bobby Shew Trumpet" Purchased new around 2000. This is a great horn. A little easier to play above the above the staff than the 738.
King 2020 Flugelhorn Purchased new around 1996. I really like the tone of this horn. Valves aren't as smooth as the two Yamaha's, but I will never sell this horn.
Yamaha YSL-354V Valve Trombone purchased in 2007 used. Still trying to figure out if I can double on the bigger mouthpiece. My range is limited, but the tone is improving. Switch back to Trumpet after playing this takes me a minute or two to adjust which is a problem when I'm playing shows.

I'll be posting to get some advice on Cornets. I really like the sound and style of the late, great Ruby Braff. My favorite player has always been Clark Terry since I heard the Pablo recording with him and Oscar Peterson when I was in High School. That recording can't be beat. I recently saw Clark on a Jazz Cruise. He was wonderful.

If I can offer advice on any of my horns, don't hesitate to send me a message.

Thanks,

Don

Welcome! I'm a little north of you up the coast. I have a few cornets around here if you want to try some vintage Olds for grins and giggles.

You are in Flip Oaks neck of the woods. You should look him up.

Yes, I don't do new "junk" (tweek!) so I'll just hang here with my vintage Olds horns.....

02-02-2010, 12:23 PM # (Checking in from San Diego, CA)4

A.N.A. Mendez

A.N.A. Mendez

That is one nice freaking horn?



Don nice check in, I'm also up the coast, "Oxnard" not just another pretty name.

But I'm only 2 miles form the beach

Welcome to TM, enjoy your stay.

Thanks Ed for the info about Flip Oaks. His site is great.

Mr. Mendez, I won't be showing you any pics of my horns. I'm a use and abuse type of guy. That cornet is a beaut.

Take care,

Don

Thank you! It is actually a 1929 Olds symphony model. Stop by anytime and kick some tires....