Jon Talks Trumpet

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Jon Talks Trumpet is a YouTube Channel completely devoted to discussing a variety of trumpet related topics including equipment, history, repertoire, and ongoing research. Jon Kaplan is 2nd Trumpet of the Charlotte Symphony Orchestra and has a lifelong enthusiasm for all things trumpet.

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Why I broke down and started a mouthpiece company

Why I broke down and started a mouthpiece company Jon Talks Trumpet

3.9K views - 9 months ago

Two LEGENDARY mouthpieces in ONE! Yamaha Frits Damrow Trumpet Mouthpiece

Two LEGENDARY mouthpieces in ONE! Yamaha Frits Damrow Trumpet Mouthpiece Jon Talks Trumpet

5.3K views - 9 months ago

The NEWEST Bach C Trumpet Models!!! (2025)

The NEWEST Bach C Trumpet Models!!! (2025) Jon Talks Trumpet

12.1K views - 1 year ago

The MOST Orchestral "LEAD" mouthpiece? Yamaha Rod Franks Trumpet Mouthpiece

The MOST Orchestral "LEAD" mouthpiece? Yamaha Rod Franks Trumpet Mouthpiece Jon Talks Trumpet

10.8K views - 1 year ago

A Trumpeter's DREAM Setup: How I Optimized my Tone Zone

A Trumpeter's DREAM Setup: How I Optimized my Tone Zone Jon Talks Trumpet

12.2K views - 2 years ago

RENOVATING my 100-YEAR-OLD Besson Bb/A Trumpet

RENOVATING my 100-YEAR-OLD Besson Bb/A Trumpet Jon Talks Trumpet

13K views - 2 years ago

The HIGHEST trumpets ever made? The C Piccolo Trumpet

The HIGHEST trumpets ever made? The C Piccolo Trumpet Jon Talks Trumpet

52.9K views - 3 years ago

Bud Herseth & Phil Smith's Mouthpiece MASH-UP? Yamaha Bob Sullivan Trumpet Mouthpiece

Bud Herseth & Phil Smith's Mouthpiece MASH-UP? Yamaha Bob Sullivan Trumpet Mouthpiece Jon Talks Trumpet

20.2K views - 4 years ago

The HEAVIEST Trumpet Mouthpiece in the WORLD?

The HEAVIEST Trumpet Mouthpiece in the WORLD? Jon Talks Trumpet

96.2K views - 4 years ago

5 Straight Mutes EVERY Trumpeter should own

5 Straight Mutes EVERY Trumpeter should own Jon Talks Trumpet

13.9K views - 4 years ago

Yamaha Mark Gould Signature Series Trumpet Mouthpiece

Yamaha Mark Gould Signature Series Trumpet Mouthpiece Jon Talks Trumpet

11.3K views - 4 years ago

4 Orchestral Trumpet Mouthpieces UNDER $100

4 Orchestral Trumpet Mouthpieces UNDER $100 Jon Talks Trumpet

16.1K views - 4 years ago

Using LIPSTICK to choose a BETTER mouthpiece?

Using LIPSTICK to choose a BETTER mouthpiece? Jon Talks Trumpet

8.1K views - 4 years ago

NEW mouthpiece gap solution: Frost Threaded Sleeves

NEW mouthpiece gap solution: Frost Threaded Sleeves Jon Talks Trumpet

7.4K views - 4 years ago

Measure mouthpiece throats EASY - Throat Check Tool by Frost Custom Brass

Measure mouthpiece throats EASY - Throat Check Tool by Frost Custom Brass Jon Talks Trumpet

6K views - 4 years ago

SINGING on the TRUMPET?! Book of Arias for Trumpet

SINGING on the TRUMPET?! Book of Arias for Trumpet Jon Talks Trumpet

3.1K views - 4 years ago

How to design YOUR OWN Trumpet Mouthpieces with Vennture

How to design YOUR OWN Trumpet Mouthpieces with Vennture Jon Talks Trumpet

17.9K views - 4 years ago

Yamaha Tom Hooten Signature Series Trumpet Mouthpiece

Yamaha Tom Hooten Signature Series Trumpet Mouthpiece Jon Talks Trumpet

16.9K views - 4 years ago

Trumpet & Accutane (Isotretinoin): My Experience Taking Accutane as a Trumpet Player

Trumpet & Accutane (Isotretinoin): My Experience Taking Accutane as a Trumpet Player Jon Talks Trumpet

5.3K views - 4 years ago

Pitchfinders: A Trumpeter's Guide to Main Tuning Slide Triggers

Pitchfinders: A Trumpeter's Guide to Main Tuning Slide Triggers Jon Talks Trumpet

20.4K views - 5 years ago

Giddings David Hickman "Big Boy" Signature Series Trumpet Mouthpiece

Giddings David Hickman "Big Boy" Signature Series Trumpet Mouthpiece Jon Talks Trumpet

13.2K views - 5 years ago

10 Gift Ideas for Trumpet Players (2020 Holiday Season)

10 Gift Ideas for Trumpet Players (2020 Holiday Season) Jon Talks Trumpet

4.9K views - 5 years ago

What is a Mouthpiece Throat Size? - A Brief Introduction for Trumpet Players

What is a Mouthpiece Throat Size? - A Brief Introduction for Trumpet Players Jon Talks Trumpet

19.6K views - 5 years ago

5 Audition Booklet Tips and Tricks for the Organized Musician

5 Audition Booklet Tips and Tricks for the Organized Musician Jon Talks Trumpet

2.4K views - 5 years ago

Yamaha John Hagstrom Signature Series Trumpet Mouthpiece

Yamaha John Hagstrom Signature Series Trumpet Mouthpiece Jon Talks Trumpet

11.5K views - 5 years ago

Same Mouthpiece, Different Weight - Exploring the Effects of Modifying Mouthpiece Blanks

Same Mouthpiece, Different Weight - Exploring the Effects of Modifying Mouthpiece Blanks Jon Talks Trumpet

15.7K views - 5 years ago

Rhodium Mouthpiece Plating - An Alternative to Silver or Gold? - First Impressions

Rhodium Mouthpiece Plating - An Alternative to Silver or Gold? - First Impressions Jon Talks Trumpet

7.6K views - 5 years ago

Mouthpiece Breakups: A Journey through my Past Trumpet Mouthpiece Relationships

Mouthpiece Breakups: A Journey through my Past Trumpet Mouthpiece Relationships Jon Talks Trumpet

13.5K views - 5 years ago

Tips for COUNTING RESTS for Easily Distracted Musicians

Tips for COUNTING RESTS for Easily Distracted Musicians Jon Talks Trumpet

7K views - 5 years ago

Pedal Tones: A Practical Guide for Trumpet Players

Pedal Tones: A Practical Guide for Trumpet Players Jon Talks Trumpet

22.3K views - 5 years ago

10 Mouthpiece Mistakes that Trumpet Players should Avoid

10 Mouthpiece Mistakes that Trumpet Players should Avoid Jon Talks Trumpet

51.6K views - 5 years ago

Parke Trumpet Mouthpieces: EXPLAINED

Parke Trumpet Mouthpieces: EXPLAINED Jon Talks Trumpet

19K views - 5 years ago

My *almost* 100-YEAR-OLD Besson Bb/A Trumpet!

My *almost* 100-YEAR-OLD Besson Bb/A Trumpet! Jon Talks Trumpet

15.9K views - 5 years ago

B.E.R.P. vs Brass Buzzer - The Battle of the Buzz-aids

B.E.R.P. vs Brass Buzzer - The Battle of the Buzz-aids Jon Talks Trumpet

9.3K views - 5 years ago

Drilling a hole in your valve ON PURPOSE? - Vented Valves for Trumpet Players

Drilling a hole in your valve ON PURPOSE? - Vented Valves for Trumpet Players Jon Talks Trumpet

12.6K views - 5 years ago

My CUSTOMIZED Yamaha Chicago Gen II Bb Trumpet

My CUSTOMIZED Yamaha Chicago Gen II Bb Trumpet Jon Talks Trumpet

11.1K views - 5 years ago