How to Play the Trumpet: Essential Skills for Beginners

Are you new to playing the trumpet?

Our beginner-friendly program is the perfect starting point for you. With the Music Coach Learning System, you can wave goodbye to the uncertainty of what and how to practice.

What You'll Gain

• Specially designed practice videos for each lesson
• Understanding of the fundamentals of music through engaging animated videos
• A reliable system that eliminates the guesswork from your practice routine
• Confidence to perform alongside other musicians
• Flexible learning, tailored to your pace

Embrace Your Musical Journey

Our program covers everything you need to kickstart your trumpet journey, from assembling the musical instrument and producing your first sound, to playing in a band. Additionally, we focus on introducing beginner improvisation (soloing) to help you express yourself through music. Our ultimate aim is to empower you to fully express your musical identity through the trumpet.

Program Overview

I have created this program to assist you in commencing your musical journey with the trumpet in an effective and enjoyable manner. This program is suitable for individuals who aspire to play the trumpet and have access to a functional instrument. It comprises over 2.5 hours of instructional videos and practice sessions.

Course Layout

The course is structured in a straightforward manner:

• Each lesson is accompanied by a video that introduces a new concept or technique.
• Additionally, there is a practice video featuring voice overs and graphics to facilitate real-time participation with the instructor on screen.

Curriculum

The program consists of twelve sets of lessons and practice videos aimed at teaching melody, rhythm, harmony, and improvisation. Furthermore, it includes a "Jam Room" providing the opportunity to play along with a virtual band at varying speeds. As a bonus, there are five animated videos simplifying music theory and explaining its fundamental components.

Outcome

Upon completion of this course, you will have the confidence to independently play the trumpet and participate in diverse musical scenarios with others.

Trumpet Lesson Program with Steve Dyte

Steve Dyte is the featured instructor in the Music Coach Online Trumpet Lesson Program. He is known for his exceptional skills as a trumpet player and educator, and is recognized as one of the leading trumpet players in Toronto.

Background and Experience

Originally from Orillia, Ontario, Steve moved to Toronto in 1999 to pursue jazz trumpet studies. He completed a four-year program at Humber College, obtaining a degree in jazz performance and gaining valuable experience in various musical settings, including cruise ship show bands, radio and TV performances, recordings, musicals, casino performances, and as a sideman for different gigs.

Professional Engagements

Steve has had the privilege of performing and touring with a diverse range of bands and artists, such as King Sunshine, Valery Gore, Emma-Lee, KC Roberts, Jully Black, Scott McCord, Down With Webster, Classic Albums Live, Stayin' Alive Bee Gee's Tribute, The Dirty Little Swing Thing, and many others. Additionally, he has shared the stage with renowned artists including Jim Cuddy, Glass Tiger, Cowboy Junkies, Steven Page, Keisha Chante, and Matt Dusk.

Musical Versatility

In addition to the trumpet, Steve is proficient in playing the drums and guitar. Since 2007, he has been a regular member of The Dirty Little Swing Thing, a popular band known for its wide repertoire covering hits from the 1960s to modern-day classics, spanning classic rock, swing, and soul. Steve's versatility, musical abilities, and strong work ethic have established him as one of the most sought-after young musicians in Toronto today.

1. This course is designed for complete beginners.
2. You don't need any prior experience with the trumpet or music to get started
3. This course is NOT for students who already know several scales and songs on the trumpet

1. Really detailed and easy to follow in a logical progression ~ A Spindel
2. Fantastic course. I like the play along and the explanations. I got music theory lessons without actually feeling like I was doing the theory. Lifetime access means I can come back to this course again and again. Very well structured too!!! ~ M Tlhotse
3. Quick start. guide to getting up and running with the trumpet, it helps to have some prior experience with getting a note but armed with that and this course, you soon start to expand the repertoire ~ M Tarrant
4. This is really different than any other trumpet learning experience I had so far. It has a soothing mellow air, because the people playing and talking are relaxed. Just what I needed. I wanna play flugelhorn ~ R Schwartz
5. A good pace for beginners and good notes to start with. You'll sound good when you put it all together as the lessons go along. You learn one scale and one practice song all total. Good to start building confidence in yourself. Fun when you put it all together ~ C Armstrong
6. This course is awesome! I am an old trumpet player trying to crash course all I used to know and this is by far the best experience I've had yet, instructor is witty and makes everything smooth and easy to learn, there is nothing I couldn't ask more to help learn it all again ! can't wait to start the pro series when I've mastered this course !!! ~ N Epshteyn

1. Play the trumpet in a lead role (melody).
2. Play the trumpet in a supportive role (accompaniment).
3. Improvise (solo) over a basic form.

You will need a trumpet to play.