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Vikrant Singh Badwal

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I can answer question about trumpet playing techniques and general musicianmanship. I have great insight on the characteristics of good trumpet playing. I can answer questions that cover good tone, expanding range, sustaining endurance, and breakdown practice techniques. I can also answer questions about trumpet maintenance and small repairs applicable to brass instrumentation. I can also discuss general brass playing techniques. Since, I recently graduated from college, I am not able to answer questions that are in the post-university level of this genre.

Experience in the area

15 years of playing trumpet-from elementary school to college graduation. 1 year of playing fluegelhorn. 1 quarter of playing baritone horn. 1 season of bass drum in percussion ensemble.

Organizations

Cal Poly Mustang Marching Band- 7 seasons Cal Poly Mustang Pep Band- 5 seasons Cal Poly Wind Orchestra/Ensembles- 6 years Cal Poly Brass Ensembles- 3 years Cal Poly University Jazz Band- 1 year IHS Cavalry Marching Band- 4 seasons IHS Symphonic Band- 3 years IHS Jazz Band- 2 years

Education/Credentials

B.S. Electrical Engineering, Cal Poly San Luis Obispo 2.5 years of private trumpet lessons. Collegiate musician in jazz, pep, marching, wind orchestra and brass ensembles. High school musician in jazz, marching, and symphonies.

Awards and Honors

Cal Poly Mustang Marching Band- Lead Drill Designer- 5 years Cal Poly Wind Orchestra- Principal Trumpet- 2 years IHS Jazz Band- Lead Trumpet- 1 year IHS Cavalry Marching Band- Co-Section Leader- 1 season

Average Ratings

  • Knowledgeability 9.87
  • Clarity of Response 9.82
  • Timeliness 9.58
  • Politeness 9.96
  • Number of Questions (in Past 24 Hours) 0
  • Max Questions to be Asked (in 24 Hour Period) 5
  • Total Questions (since joining AllExperts) 346
  • Volunteer Since 2008-07-05
  • Prestige Points 3240

Recent Reviews from Users

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Jim10/20/0910108 10Many Thanks!
Marty10/14/0910101010I appreciate your prompt response. When I .....
Jack Matthews09/21/0910101010Thank you very much! I appreciate your .....
cheree08/22/0910101010Thanks for your advice, Cheree
Leon08/12/0910101010 

Recent Answers from Vikrant Singh Badwal

2009-11-02 I found a Trumpet...:

Hi Jared, The instrument that you own is an Olds Ambassador built in 1954 by the F.E.Olds company. The Ambassador line is their student model and are, arguably, the best in terms of durability and sound

2009-10-25 Blessing Super Artist Trumpet:

Hi Anthony, I would not recommending re-plating the instrument as it is in good condition. If you are interested in such things; however, www.doctorvalve.com might be a better resource given that you

2009-10-13 EK Blessing Trumpet:

Hi Jim, You are correct in the year of manufacture. Blessing Artist models are well built and sound nice. Judging by the condition of the instrument and its age, at the very least you can probably sell

2009-10-12 refinishing my horn:

Hi Claire, I know that replating/relaquering an entire trumpet is somewhere between $500 to $800. I am not sure what the going rate is for just the valves. I would suggest leaving it alone and decide

2009-10-11 Trumpet history:

Hi Marty, The "Utona" instrument is made by the WM Frank Co. The horn is not widely available and I would need a serial number to age it. The most information I was able to find was that W. Frank started

 

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