Detail 01
Book plus CD
Audio lets you hear the tone and rhythm you are aiming for instead of guessing from the page.
Product detailSKU #1281539725872
Hal LeonardPlay Trumpet Today! Beginner's Pack - Includes Book/CD/DVD
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
A starter trumpet course with a book, CD and DVD. For someone who has a trumpet and wants a structured first year on their own.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Beginners starting trumpet without a private teacher
- School band students needing reinforcement between lessons
- Adults restarting after years away from the horn
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Players past first-position basics who need real repertoire
- Anyone wanting a live teacher's feedback on embouchure
- People without a computer or disc player
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
Detail 02
Book plus DVD
Video covers the things print cannot show: hand position, embouchure, breathing, posture.
Detail 03
Beginner level
Starts from first notes and note reading. Nothing assumed about prior music training.
Detail 04
Under twenty dollars
Cheap enough to buy before you know whether the trumpet habit sticks.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01No trumpet, mouthpiece or valve oil included. This is instruction only.
- 02The DVD needs a disc drive or player, which many laptops no longer have.
- 03You will still need a music stand to play from the book comfortably.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Does this come with a trumpet?
No. It is a book with a CD and DVD. You supply the instrument, mouthpiece and care supplies.
02Is this good for a total beginner?
Yes. It is written for someone who has never played trumpet and starts with first notes and reading.
03Can I stream the audio instead of using the CD?
The pack ships with physical CD and DVD discs, so plan on a drive or player to use them.
04Is it good for a kid in beginning band?
It works as reinforcement alongside band class, covering the same early ground at home.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsBody & build
- Color
- Includes Book/CD/DVD
