Maintaining Chops is a method for all trumpet players interested in keeping their lips and playing ability (chops) strong and ready for any performance. It is designed to keep muscles honed and trumpeter's lips always fresh nomatter what musical demands are required by upcoming performances. The method also instills needed mental tools necessary to play tunes in all keys and to produce quality solos. An easy to use method yielding powerful results!

Developing students are presented with the essential elements of H.L. Clarke's Technical Studies for the Cornet in this clear and easy-to-follow introductory book.Editor Sea O'Loughlin has maintained the original musical and technical intent but carefully adapted the materials for the younger player. In particular My First Clarke is organized by key signature rather than by the technical exercise. This approach better integrates the techniques of Clarke's studies by paralleling the usual progression of learning the instrument.