Taught by renowned trumpet player
Ryan Darke
The upper register is not about strength! Once you reach a certain point, range is about discovering the notes, not about building up to them. In this lesson, Ryan discusses his philosophy on range and how he uses Zauder exercises to build balance in his playing.
Upper Register
The upper register is not about strength! Once you reach a certain point, range is about discovering the notes, not about building up to them. In this lesson, Ryan discusses his philosophy on range and how he uses Zauder exercises to build balance in his playing.
Endurance
Using Caruso and Flexus exercises, Ryan demonstrates ways he builds and maintains endurance. Additionally, he also uses etudes as a way to develop endurance by putting a timer on and playing four or five Concones in a row without a break.
Click here to download the course workbook PDF and see the full syllabus →Ryan Darke performs as principal trumpet of the Los Angeles Opera Orchestra and teaches trumpet at the Bob Cole Conservatory at California State University of Long Beach.
read full bio →Preview our curated selection of trombone courses below. With lessons covering fundamentals, technical training, style and interpretation, you won't find a more thorough and enriching learning experience anywhere else.
Our members rate us at 4.8/5 stars. Here’s how a few of them transformed their trumpet skills since joining tonebase.
“Instead of scouring the internet for hours for performance tips and tricks, I now have access to a wealth of high-quality content from renowned artists at my fingertips!“
“Sincerely speaking, a few months with tonebase help me solve many issues I have had with my fingers for years if not decades.“
