Why is Maynard Ferguson's "Over The Rainbow" Trumpet Solo From 1954 Almost Unplayable?
3 Main Techniques Required To Play Maynard's 1954 Version of Over The Rainbow:1. A Double G2. Endurance3. Extreme Breath Control* many other techniques are required like accuracy, but we will concern ourselves with the TOP MAIN 3 Techniques. CLICK TO PLAY "Over The Rainbow" First, I have provided the music so that you can play along with me.So, turn up the speakers and go for it.This is one of Maynard's most difficult trumpet solos of all time. You may be thinking? Why? The top note is a Double G and thousands can play a Double G.True, but when you add in the requirements for extended endurance, that is going to weed out 90% of players who can "hit" the double...