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What is the main purpose of the Voca Bell (Conn) beadless idea?… (asked by Randy on January 28, 2012)

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I've been playing for about 6 years, and I've decided that I… (asked by Austin Cox on January 27, 2012)

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i played a mean horn (getzen=doc severinson model) trumpet 40… (asked by R J on January 27, 2012)

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Have you ever come across a Holton Cannon circa late 1920's? (asked by Lisa on January 24, 2012)

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hi john! would you know where i could buy custom finger buttons… (asked by mike on January 24, 2012)

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Is the Courtrois C Trumpet a good horn? I have never heard of… (asked by Roger on January 18, 2012)

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Hey John, I'm looking for a sturdy trumpet case that will hold… (asked by Rafael on January 15, 2012)

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Follow up to question on 1/12/12: What about stripping off the… (asked by Robert Briggs on January 13, 2012)

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About 12 years ago I aquired a 1947 Olds Super Recording… (asked by Robert Briggs on January 12, 2012)

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I have a mid 30's King liberty trumpet & case,Inside bell is… (asked by Charles on January 8, 2012)

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I purcheased a Yamaha Xeno from you through my private teacher… (asked by Kim on December 19, 2011)

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How can I tell if my trumpet is a real silver or a plated silver (asked by Ashley Farmer on December 19, 2011)

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Hi John, Did you receive my recent email with my trumpet photos… (asked by David Harrison on December 14, 2011)

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How can I find out more information on a Martin Handcraft… (asked by mIKE on December 8, 2011)

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I was wondering if I could sell my Yahmaha Xeno to you, I asked… (asked by Philip Schroeder on December 1, 2011)

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I have a Yamaha Xeno, and I don't really know the price of it… (asked by Philip Schroeder on November 30, 2011)

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Hey I was wondering what "jazz" mouthpieces you may… (asked by Brad Kinder on November 23, 2011)

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I wanted to know who makes the Bill Pfund trumpets on your… (asked by Matt Wells on November 21, 2011)

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Hi, I was wondering if you could tell me the bore size on… (asked by Dave cannon on October 22, 2011)

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Im very interested in the Yamaha 8335 rgm shot blast lacquer… (asked by colin slavin on October 20, 2011)

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I am looking for a trumpet technique excercise book that allows… (asked by Ignacio Nick Salazar on September 12, 2011)

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What is the measurement at the widest part of the kelly brach… (asked by Jeff Strahlem on August 22, 2011)

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I picked a trumpet out of a recycle bin today. It is a Vincent… (asked by Becky on July 30, 2011)

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John, I'm new to the trumpet world having only been playing for… (asked by Tony on May 24, 2011)

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I'm interested in stepping up to an intermediate but preferably… (asked by Dean Menk on February 26, 2011)

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John, My teacher gave me a 'Spit Spot' that he had got from… (asked by Jack Laperriere on February 24, 2011)

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My son is 14yrs old and has been playing for 3 years. He is… (asked by Lori on February 10, 2011)

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SORRY JOHN I DONT HAVE A QUESTION.I JUST RECEIVED MY MAURIAT… (asked by MIKE PADULA on December 28, 2010)

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Could you compare the Holton Llewellin and the Holton 48,… (asked by Lluís on November 23, 2010)

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I was wondering if I needed to call to order or if I could do… (asked by Megan on June 28, 2010)

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Hey, John! What leadpipe taper is on the B&S flügels?? One of… (asked by Doug Barta on June 13, 2010)

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Do you know any trumpet instructors in the Greeley area? (asked by Linda Miller on March 25, 2010)

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I am the manager of an American Legion Drum and Bugle Corps in… (asked by Conrad Namtvedt on March 7, 2010)

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I want a cornet sound out of a trumpet. Which trumpet should I… (asked by obed cruz on May 5, 2009)

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I was wondering if you knew anything about Rudy Muck trumpets. … (asked by Chrishele on July 22, 2008)

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is there a difference between bach trumpet mouthpieces with… (asked by Isaias on July 9, 2008)

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