![]() ![]() This works well for me, but you should use whatever works well for you.įor the right hand, start with your index (pointer), middle, and ring fingers resting on the first, second, and third valves respectively. Personally, I have my ring finger in the ring (easy to remember), and move the slide by pushing the ring out with my middle finger or pulling it in with my ring finger. Which fingers you use to move the slide is dependent on your hand size, shape, and strength. ALL trumpets should have a third valve slide ring of some manner, so if you’re missing this one, talk to your local band repair shop. Frankly, as long as you can grasp the trumpet, support its weight, and it’s comfortable, you’re good.Īt some point it will become necessary to move the third valve slide using the ring. How your other fingers wrap around the valve section is where grips vary. Many student models don’t have a thumb saddle, so if you’re missing one, don’t worry about it. In both of these grips, you’ll put your thumb in the appropriately named thumb saddle, assuming your trumpet has one.
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