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A slur groups notes that should sound connected rather than separated by articulation.

• Continuous airflow: a steady stream of air links every note in the slur.
• Valve changes only: the fingers do the work while the tongue stays still.
• Smooth sound: slurred notes blend together instead of sounding separated.
• Contrast with tonguing: tonguing separates notes, slurring joins them.

Working on slurs regularly makes your playing sound more connected and expressive.

The hourly rate for trumpet tuition in Auburn averages $25/h.

This rate varies depending on several factors:

• The level of study (primary, secondary, university)
• The tutor's experience and qualifications
• The package you choose (one-off or regular)
• Where the sessions take place

Many tutors offer package discounts for booking multiple lessons.

Many beginners start self-taught before adding a teacher later on.

• Embouchure: small mistakes here are easy to miss without a second pair of eyes.
• Breath support: proper airflow technique benefits from real-time correction.
• Bad habits: mistakes can go unnoticed and become hard to fix later.
• Motivation: regular sessions with a teacher keep practice on track.

Working with a qualified teacher makes self-taught struggles much easier to avoid.

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