Building Blocks of Trumpet: Comprehensive 250-Page Method Book Completed
Summary
Brandon Dicks completed Building Blocks of Trumpet, a comprehensive 250-page method book featuring over 500 exercises and 7 original solos designed for beginning to intermediate trumpet students.
Page Content
💡 Dr. Brandon Dicks has completed Building Blocks of Trumpet, a comprehensive 250-page method book that represents a significant contribution to trumpet education literature.
Comprehensive Educational Resource
Developed as part of Dr. Dicks' doctoral work at Arizona State University, this extensive pedagogical resource addresses fundamental gaps in trumpet education through systematic, research-based teaching materials.
The method book features:
• 250+ pages of carefully crafted educational content • 500+ exercises designed for progressive skill development, including:175 Routine Exercises • 50 Resource Exercises • 112 Scale Songs • 86 Etudes • 22 Duets • 7 original solos with piano accompaniment integrated into the pedagogical framework • Modular design allowing flexible lesson planning
Innovative Pedagogical Approach
💡 The book's modular structure allows teachers and students to customize their learning path based on individual needs and skill levels. This approach recognizes that students progress differently and allows for personalized instruction while maintaining comprehensive coverage of fundamental trumpet techniques.
Flexible Learning Paths: Rather than requiring sequential completion, the book enables teachers and students to select sections most suitable for current needs and abilities. Elements are organized by key and concept, offering multiple layers of flexibility for different learning and teaching styles.
Breaking Down Barriers: The book serves diverse learning contexts—students in band programs without private teachers, private teachers seeking clearer pedagogical methods, and students without access to formal programs. This accessibility helps students reach modern high school performance levels through personalized building blocks.
Educational Impact
The method book covers essential trumpet fundamentals including embouchure development, breathing techniques, articulation, range building, and musicianship skills. Each chapter builds systematically on previous concepts while providing flexibility for different learning styles and pacing.
💡 The original solos integrate technical concepts within musical contexts, helping students apply skills in performance situations. This pedagogical resource provides structured, progressive materials suitable for private lessons, group classes, and self-study.