Startup Steps



Woodwind and Brass

  1. Breathing, Airflow, and Basic Articulation (without instrument)
  2. Reed placement and care (Reed Woodwinds only)
  3. Embouchure Formation and Sound - on the moutpiece or headjoint (reed woodwinds - with mouthpiece + barrell or neck)
  4. Assembly
  5. Hand and Holding Position
  6. Fingerings
  7. Sound - on the instrument
  8. Basic Articulation



Percussion

  1. Breathing, Airflow, and Basic Articulation (without instrument)
  2. Reed placement and care (Reed Woodwinds only)
  3. Embouchure Formation and Sound - on the moutpiece or headjoint (reed woodwinds - with mouthpiece + barrell or neck)
  4. Assembly
  5. Hand and Holding Position
  6. Fingerings
  7. Sound - on the instrument
  8. Basic Articulation