SKU: GI.G-233563
Purchasing, Maintenance, Troubleshooting and More. Composed by David Fedderly and Sally Wagner. Music Education. 96 pages. GIA Publications #233563. Published by GIA Publications (GI.G-233563). ISBN 9781574631494. UPC: 888680682835.
What instrument brands provide the best value? Are used instruments a good investment? What mouthpiece should beginners use? Single or double horn? Is there a way to make it easier for beginners to play the tuba? Why are certain valve combinations always out of tune? When is it time to move to an F attachment trombone? What's the difference between compensating and non-compensating - isn't that what the 4th valve does? What's this I hear about trombone lung? These and countless other questions about purchasing, maintaining, troubleshooting, repairing and storing brass instruments are answered in this comprehensive yet concise handbook. Topics include: 路 Purchasing - brands to consider and prices to expect 路 Maintenance - lubrication, cleaning and maintaining brass in top condition 路 Troubleshooting - quick repairs, what to look for and preventive measures 路 Repair - what can be done with a few tools and what REALLY needs a brass repairman 路 Storage - how to protect your instrument and your investment 路 Tuning - tendencies and solutions for ALL valved brass 路 Mouthpieces - a good place to start and what comes next 路 Mutes - shapes, types and pitch tendencies 路 Building a brass tool kit - what to include.
