Uses in the classroom: Mouthpiece buzzing should be a regular part of every brass players daily routine and should be done in some capacity every day in the classroom. However, younger students may need guidance in exactly how to properly buzz and older students may need a refresher as they can easily neglect this skill as it seems so basic.
After watching the video in class, students should be able to identify key points and paraphrase instructions. With practice (and possible regular review of the included video at home), students should also be able to distinguish both good and bad buzz sounds.
The true value in this instructional video is in students being able to review at home while practicing proper buzzing technique.
Issues to consider: Students will need reliable access to the internet at home in order to review the material. It is also recommended that, if possible, students record their own practice sessions and listen to them as listening to recorded practice sessions offer the ability to listen critically multiple times and construct adequate practice strategies.
Copyright:
Canzon Septimi Toni No. 1 by Gabrieli, performed by Tower Brass of Chicago shared under Creative Commons license and accessed from:
Trumpet image taken by John Kovacich shared via public domain and accessed from:
All other images/sounds created by the author.
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