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On trumpet, a slur marks notes you connect without a new tongue stroke between them.

• Continuous airflow: you keep blowing steadily through the whole slurred group.
• Valve changes only: pitch shifts come from valve combinations, not new tongue strokes.
• Smooth sound: slurred notes blend together instead of sounding separated.
• Contrast with tonguing: tonguing separates notes, slurring joins them.

With guided practice, slurring becomes second nature and improves your phrasing.

Trumpet tutors in Atlanta typically charge $44/h per hour.

Several factors influence the price:

• Your skill level and learning goals
• The tutor's experience and qualifications
• The package you choose (one-off or regular)
• The lesson format (online, at home, at the tutor's)

Many tutors offer package discounts for booking multiple lessons.

You can start learning trumpet on your own, though progress tends to be slower.

• Embouchure: getting your lip position right is tricky to judge without outside feedback.
• Breath support: it's tough to self-diagnose weak air support.
• Bad habits: mistakes can go unnoticed and become hard to fix later.
• Motivation: regular sessions with a teacher keep practice on track.

Pairing self-study with occasional coaching often gives the best results.

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