Easy Steps 2 Trompet as a complete trumpet method
Easy Steps 2 Trompet from de Haske is a practical trumpet method with a gradual progression. Because the steps stay small, beginner students get the chance to absorb new notes, rhythms and musical terms at a calm pace. The book is richly illustrated and combines explanations with exercises, playing material, musical games, ensemble exercises and ear-training work.
This Dutch-language edition by Jaap Kastelein has 64 pages and is intended for use in music lessons. The clear structure and tidy layout make the material easy to follow, while medleys of well-known songs help keep playing varied and accessible.
Book, 2 CDs and CD-ROM for lessons and home practice
With Easy Steps 2 Trompet you get not only the book, but also 2 CDs and a CD-ROM. The audio CDs contain accompaniments for all exercises and performance pieces, often including a model version. The slow tempos make playing along achievable quite quickly, which is helpful in lessons and during practice at home.
The CD-ROM expands the possibilities further with an instructional video demonstrating the first basics of playing the trumpet. You can also print piano parts for the medleys, so a separate piano book is not needed. In addition, part 2 includes twelve trios with both full score and separate parts available for printing, which fits well with group lessons. All accompaniment tracks are also included as mp3 files on the CD-ROM, making them easy to find and transfer to an mp3 player.
Suitable for young students and group lessons
This edition is even better tailored to younger users and teaching in groups. You notice that in the clear progression, the understandable explanations and the extra material that makes ensemble playing part of the method from the start. If you are looking for a trumpet tutor that builds step by step and offers more than exercises alone, Easy Steps 2 Trompet is a strong match.
At Magna Music, you can also get personal advice from people who are musicians themselves, useful when you want teaching material that matches your level or lesson situation.
