Cornets

The cornet are an ideal trumpet alternative for beginners because they require a very similar mouth position, but are lighter, smaller and have a centre of gravity better suited to sustained playing. Cornets are used in concert bands and marching bands, brass quintets and modern jazz ensembles. They are a particularly famous mainstay of British brass bands. In a symphony orchestra, the cornet is often played by the lead trumpet player when required.

At Gear4music we offer a wide range of cornets to suit every ability. Beginners should check out Gear4music cornets as well as Elkhart and the pCornet by pTrumpets. For intermediate and professional players, Besson, Jupiter and Yamaha have been producing well-regarded brass band instruments for many years.