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Purpose: To improve breath control and tone quality. Description: Begin by playing a comfortable middle-register note at mezzo forte, holding it as steadily as possible for 10-20 seconds. Progress through different pitches and dynamics.

Purpose: To bridge the gap between buzzing and playing. Description: With only the mouthpiece, buzz pitch sequences and melodies, focusing on smooth transitions and steady sound.

Purpose: To develop slide technique and coordination. Description: Start on a note and slowly move the slide to the next position to create a smooth glissando, carefully listening to the pitch changes.

Purpose: To develop finger dexterity and familiarity with keys. Description: Play major and minor scales throughout the instrument's range in a variety of articulations.

Purpose: To master volume control and soft playing. Description: Practice playing long tones and scales at different dynamic levels, ensuring even sound throughout.

Purpose: To improve flexibility and range. Description: Start on a low note and smoothly move to adjacent partials without tongue articulation by adjusting the embouchure and air stream.

Purpose: To learn the use of different slide positions for the same note. Description: Play the same note in its alternate positions, focusing on adjusting slide positions and intonation.

Purpose: To improve tonguing accuracy and clarity. Description: Practice a series of staccato and legato notes at varying dynamics, focusing on clean starts and finishes to each note.

Purpose: To increase playable pitch range on the instrument. Description: Gradually ascend and descend scales, pushing the boundaries of the high and low ranges over time.