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Is Plastic Fantastic?

With brass and woodwind instruments becoming more popular, and widely played within schools and music services, it’s time to answer the all-important question… Is plastic fantastic?

Should I change my alto sax mouthpiece?

As you get better a mouthpiece will also improve your sound and improve the production of high notes.

What JP instruments do brass bands use?

Tom gives his top picks of the JP range for the Brass Band World

Why did Tom choose to play the Tuba?

Tom gives us a potted history on  his love for the tuba, and gives some choice recommendations on who he aspires to...

JP Xmas Instrument Giveaway

Read which worthy musicians won instruments in our annual giveaway.

What age can you start learning a musical instrument?

When's a good age to start playing a musical instrument? Alice and Tom give their thoughts...

Which first wooden clarinet should I buy?

Which student trumpet should I buy?

In the first of our series of 'Musical Mugshots' Steve gives a tour of student trumpets...

Careers in Music - Steve's time in the Royal Marines Band Service

Steve gives an insight into life in the Royal Marines Band Service...

A guide to buying your first tuba

This guide aims to provide you with all the information you need to make an informed judgement when purchasing your first tuba. It covers the basic fundamentals of the instrument as well as what to look for when comparing different student models.