Upper register playing often turns into a battle of effort.
Allen Vizzutti offers a different perspective.
In this focused lesson segment from Efficiency in Practice and Performance, he explains that notes rise because air moves faster through a more focused aperture. Not because you press harder.
While the demonstration is on trumpet, the principle applies to horn, trombone, euphonium, and tuba alike. Efficient air speed, controlled aperture adjustments, and disciplined rest are universal brass skills.
He also reminds us that most musical beauty and professional consistency live below high C.
Watch the lesson segment and download the companion workbook to explore a smarter, more sustainable way to build your upper register.
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