Marissa Benedict

Beyond Lip Service

Assistant Professor of Trumpet at the University of Minnesota and Yamaha Performing Artist and Clinician Marissa Benedict brings 40 years of expertise to this indispensable warm-up book for the trumpet student. With a focus on fundamentals such as long tones, breath control, lip slurs, articulations, and scales, Benedict leads the developing player through the important basic skills and daily routines required to attain a high level of performance ability. This book includes practice guidance and excerpts of exercises and studies from renowned brass pedagogues. A vital compilation that will assist trumpet students in creating an efficient and effective practice regimen.