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A slur on trumpet is a curved line over or under two or more notes that tells you to play them smoothly without re-tonguing.

• Continuous airflow: you keep blowing steadily through the whole slurred group.
• Valve changes only: the fingers do the work while the tongue stays still.
• Smooth sound: the result is a connected, legato phrase.
• Contrast with tonguing: a slur is the opposite of a fresh tongue stroke on every note.

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

The average cost of trumpet lessons in New York is around $60/h.

The cost depends on:

• The level of study (primary, secondary, university)
• The teacher's expertise and background
• The number of hours booked
• Where the sessions take place

Most teachers offer a free trial lesson so you can test their approach.

Teaching yourself trumpet is possible, but it comes with real challenges.

• Embouchure: getting your lip position right is tricky to judge without outside feedback.
• Breath support: proper airflow technique benefits from real-time correction.
• Bad habits: small errors often turn into habits without someone checking your form.
• Motivation: a set lesson schedule helps you stay committed.

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

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