How To Clean A Trumpet?

Disassemble the trumpet

Remove the valves and set them aside in order

Remove the valve caps and slides

Fill a bathtub or large sink with lukewarm water

Add a small amount of mild dish soap

Soak the trumpet body, slides, and valve caps

Clean the inside of the tubing with a trumpet cleaning snake

Clean the leadpipe and tuning slides carefully

Wash the mouthpiece with a mouthpiece brush

Rinse all parts thoroughly with clean lukewarm water

Dry the trumpet body, slides, and caps with a soft lint-free cloth

Dry the valves separately without rubbing the valve felts or corks

Apply a small amount of valve oil to each valve

Apply slide grease to the tuning slides

Reassemble the trumpet

Wipe the exterior with a soft cloth after each use

Store the trumpet in its case when not in use

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