From Wikipedia
The pocket trumpet is a B♭ or C trumpet that is constructed with the tubing wound into a much smaller coil than a standard trumpet, generally with a smaller-diameter bell. It is not a standard instrument in a concert band or orchestra and is generally regarded as a novelty. It has been used by soloists in jazz (Don Cherry played the similar pocket cornet) or other ensembles to add flair and variety.
Frequently asked questions
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Sources & credits
- Wikidata Q2143787 – CC0
- Wikipedia: Pocket trumpet – CC BY-SA 4.0
- Image by José-Manuel Benito – Public domain