Routine Care for Trumpet Need help from an expert? • Cleaning: o Turn trumpet upside down under bathtub faucet, bell facing up. o Turn on warm water full blast into bell and let it run through the trumpet for a minute or two. This will remove dust and debris. o Turn trumpet back around. Blow through the lead pipe (without mouthpiece) forcing the excess water out of the instrument. o Repeat these steps until no dirt comes out. o Empty slides of remaining water. • Valves – Oil each valve individually by carefully removing value and applying 3-4 drops of valve oil on the valve. • Wipe the mouthpiece off after each use. Swab with alcohol to kill germs (mouth piece ONLY). • Dust with a soft cloth. A polishing cloth can be used to protect the metal. Hollis & Germann 4136 Library Road Pittsburgh, PA 15234 412-531-2782 http://www.hollisgermannmusic.com