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Cole (Trumpet lessons with Caleb M.)

Caleb provides a supportive environment to learn basics, how to play fun music. I’ve been taking lessons for a while now and I’m enjoying the process “journey”..I wanted to learn and have fun and that

Thomas Butlar (Trumpet lessons with Caleb M.)

Mr. Mitchell is a wonderful teacher, he has been teaching my son trumpet in person and online for the past 2 years. He is always creative in his approach to making a difficult instrument approachable

Patricia (Trumpet lessons with Caleb M.)

Very good lesson. I am an older Lerner and want to go as far as I can in leaning trumpet. First lesson was great. Thanks Caleb

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The modern trumpet was invented in the 1790s when Anton Weidinger developed the keyed trumpet—the first capable of playing a range of notes. Similar instruments to the modern trumpet can be traced back to 1500 BC, making it one of the oldest instruments in existence.

At TakeLessons, we offer a variety of trumpet lessons for learners of all levels, allowing you to be a part of the rich history and musical variety of this storied instrument. We can provide comprehensive lessons for beginners all the way to advanced players looking to take their trumpet skills to performance level.

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Certified Trumpet Teachers

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No matter your age, you can get a head start on your trumpet skills by signing up for trumpet lessons near you.

At TakeLessons, we offer a wide range of lesson types that are not only well-suited for specific skill levels but also certain ages and lesson needs. Oftentimes, a beginner child learner and beginner adult learner will need different types of lessons to maximize their experience. That’s why the trumpet lessons at TakeLessons are crafted specifically for you and your needs.

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Trumpet Lessons for All Levels

Through our learning program, you have the ability to optimize your trumpet lessons to suit your specific skill set. You could be a beginner looking to improvise jazz trumpet solos or someone looking to play more advanced music scores. Whatever your needs, we have a lesson plan and a teacher for the best trumpet lessons near you.

Even if you’re starting at the very bottom, our trumpet lessons for beginners are crafted to help you gain confidence and build the foundational skills necessary to play the instrument while still having plenty of fun!

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Trumpet Lessons Curriculum

Sample Curriculum for Beginner Trumpet Lessons

  • Basic fingerings
  • Holding the trumpet
  • How to make the trumpet sound
  • First scales
  • Basic music theory
  • Breathing techniques

Sample Curriculum for Intermediate Trumpet Lessons

  • Intermediate songs
  • Scale patterns
  • Incorporating music theory
  • Range development
  • Using a mute correctly

Sample Curriculum for Advanced Trumpet Lessons

  • Improvisation for jazz
  • Advanced trumpet songs
  • How to play an expert trumpet solo
  • Getting a perfect sound
  • Playing with a band

Live Trumpet Lessons

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This affordable monthly membership offers the best online trumpet lessons available. Classes are held seven days a week, so you’ll be sure to find one that works with your schedule.

During your live class, you’ll be connected with an experienced trumpet teacher who can teach you everything you need to know—regardless of whether you’re brushing up on old skills or you’ve never touched a trumpet before. All of our instructors are properly vetted to ensure that you have the best experience possible. You’ll never feel like you’re missing out on in-person lessons when you hear their real-time, expert advice.

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TakeLessons offers the very best trumpet lessons for both online and in-person students. Signing up is simple, just view our list of certified trumpet teachers, find a plan that works for you, and get to learning. And if you’re worried about making the leap, you'll be happy to know we back up all our lessons with a 100% Satisfaction Guarantee. Happy learning!

FAQ

How can I learn trumpet quickly?

Learning trumpet quickly comes down to building your foundational knowledge and mastering the technical skills of playing the instrument. Getting your embouchure right and learning your fingerings are some of the first steps, which are made a lot easier by enlisting the right teacher to help you.

Without a teacher, it’s harder to know whether you’re doing everything right from the start, and you can easily build bad habits. Finding a good trumpet lessons teacher on a site such as TakeLessons is a great way to find affordable, effective lessons to get you learning trumpet faster than you ever thought possible.

What should I learn first on trumpet?

One of the first things you should learn on trumpet is how to make a good tone. This is harder than you think and requires the proper flow of air from your mouth, a good embouchure, and proper fingering of the valves. When you’ve learned how to make a good sound, you’re able to move on from that into more foundational elements, such as playing scales, learning your fingerings, and getting a good range of notes in your repertoire.

TakeLessons has a variety of teachers that can guide you through online tennis lessons suited for your skill level. Even if you’re an absolute beginner, we can get you making a good trumpet tone in no time.

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