JLTP 058: Music Theory Basics Part 1-Intervals

In Episode 58 of “The Jeff Lewis Trumpet Podcast”, I break down one of the most essential skills for any trumpet player or musician—how to recognize musical intervals by ear, eye, and on your instrument. Learn how intervals work, why they matter, and how to identify them using classic songs, piano examples, and trumpet-focused exercises that will strengthen your ear, improve your improvisation, and sharpen your reading. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned brass player, this episode will help you level up your musicianship. Be sure to stick around till the end so you can test your ear and try to identify the interval examples! In this episode, you will learn; 🎵 What musical intervals are and why they’re essential for trumpet players 👂 How to recognize intervals by ear using well-known songs 🎹 How to hear and visualize intervals on piano and apply them to trumpet 🎺 How different intervals feel on the trumpet in terms of valve combinations and embouchure 🎶 Song examples that help lock in each interval (e.g., “Jaws” for minor 2nd, “Happy Birthday” for major 2nd) 🎧 Ear training tips and tricks to improve your listening and transcribing skills 🗣️ The power of singing intervals to internalize them before playing ✅Subscribe to my newsletter and receive my free ebook “11 Scales For Jazz Improvisation”; https://jefflewistrumpet.us14.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=9f983684beb3f44b8e9335b5a&id=68f0f3e626 ✅Patreon; https://www.patreon.com/JeffLewisTrumpet ✅Website; https://www.JeffLewisTrumpet.com