How to Double Tongue on Trumpet
You will need to know how to pronounce the word 'ticket'., Take a full breath, and exhale as fast as you can, saying the word as you do so., Practice with your mouthpiece., Try it on your horn!
Step-by-Step Guide
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Step 1: You will need to know how to pronounce the word 'ticket'.
Say the word and concentrate on what your tongue is doing while you speak.
A few alternatives to "ticket": "Tukka"
"Tugga"
"Dugga". -
Step 2: Take a full breath
Notice how there is tension in your air stream when you reach each syllable.
Now all you have to do is put less exaggeration into the syllables so the air stream stays smooth throughout your exhalation.
Practice this until it's smooth and comfortable. , Practice single tonguing, then using the 'rebound' attack only (ka's, ga's, etc.) , Take it slowly, and read the tips below for further help. -
Step 3: and exhale as fast as you can
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Step 4: saying the word as you do so.
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Step 5: Practice with your mouthpiece.
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Step 6: Try it on your horn!
Detailed Guide
Say the word and concentrate on what your tongue is doing while you speak.
A few alternatives to "ticket": "Tukka"
"Tugga"
"Dugga".
Notice how there is tension in your air stream when you reach each syllable.
Now all you have to do is put less exaggeration into the syllables so the air stream stays smooth throughout your exhalation.
Practice this until it's smooth and comfortable. , Practice single tonguing, then using the 'rebound' attack only (ka's, ga's, etc.) , Take it slowly, and read the tips below for further help.
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