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Someone recently asked what is involved when I do a fitting consultation with a customer. Here are the steps in order, with an explanation of each.1. Gather information about the player.Age, how long … read more

I get asked this question all the time, and frequently see discussions about this online. People usually have an opinion on this topic based on their own experience. As a result, opinions vary.My op … read more

I am sometimes asked about the best way to clean a mouthpiece. People wonder if they should soak their mouthpiece in alcohol, boil it, or use specific chemicals or bleach on it.As a medical doctor and … read more

The other day a customer quoted a prominent trombone player as having said "Play the largest mouthpiece you can."I pointed out that the player to whom the quote was attributed did not play a particula … read more