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Trumpet/Expert Profile
Expertise
Almost anything to do with trumpets.
Experience in the area
I have been playing trumpet for over 50 years and teaching for the last 20. I own a Bach Mercedes and a Jupiter pocket trumpet. I also have very good connections in the retail industry, particularly with Largo trumpets. I also play trombone, keyboards, alto and tenor sax.
Education/Credentials
Professional Diploma in Music. Level Nine - Multi-instrumentalist Level Eight - Piano (The above qualifications are ewith the Australian Guild of Music)
Past/Present Clients
Currently teaching as a private tutor in a number of schools within the Fleurieu Peninsula of South Australia. This year I have students doing A.M.E.B. Grade four
Average Ratings
Recent Reviews from Users
K = Knowledgeability C = Clarity of Response T = Timeliness P = Politeness| User | Date | K | C | T | P | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carsten | 11/10/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | |
| David | 10/28/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | |
| David | 10/27/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | |
| Ryan | 10/20/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thank you very much! Very prompt response ..... |
| PATSY | 10/18/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Dear Frankie, i am overwhelmed by your ..... |
Recent Answers from Frankie Bull (Mr.)
2009-11-18 #3 valve:
Hi Bob, I haven't seen a Borg trumpet for quite some years. Originally they were a Chinese instrument and I am not aware of anyone else that made them under that name. Like a lot of stuff the Chinese
2009-11-17 Taps:
Hi Josh, I think you are referring to what we know as "The Last Post", which is actually a bugle call played at funerals, usually of ex-servicemen and also at the close of a military day. I believe
2009-11-14 Olds trumpet:
Hi Again, Thanks for the serial number, but I am afraid I am unable to give you the information you seek on your trumpet, Jonathan. I would suggest that you go to <http://www.theoldsregister.com/formpage
2009-11-14 Olds trumpet:
Hi Jonathan, To properly age your trumpet I will need a serial number, which would tell us the year of manufacture. It can usually be found stamped into the second valve casing. Also, the model number
2009-11-11 Trumpet Care:
G'day Joe, There is the point of terminology in which some manufacturures will say "plated" instead of lacquered. Usually the reference is plated when it is a silver finish and lacquered when it's gold
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