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Embouchure Injury

Posted: Mon Apr 08, 2024 6:30 pm
by iglazan
Hi everyone!

I'm a commercial trombonist based in NYC, and about 6 months ago, I had someone run into my horn on a gig, causing an injury to my inner lip right where the right side of the mouthpiece rim sits. Since then, my embouchure has been suffering, causing me to use more pressure and damaging other parts of my lip, mainly the left side of where the rim sits on my lip.

After silently trolling the forums for information, I've seen that everyone tends to recommend getting a lesson with Doug Elliot. I already reached out to him on Facebook, but figured I'd post here also to increase my chances of getting in contact! And, of course, I'd love to hear any and all advice you might have! Willing to give more info on my situation if needed.

Looking forward to hearing from you all!

Re: Embouchure Injury

Posted: Mon Apr 08, 2024 8:07 pm
by Pezza
I sustained an injury to my lower lip, resulting in permanent damage. I've found that wedge mouthpieces help, as they take the pressure away from the damaged area.

Re: Embouchure Injury

Posted: Mon Apr 08, 2024 9:18 pm
by MTbassbone
iglazan wrote: Mon Apr 08, 2024 6:30 pm
After silently trolling the forums for information, I've seen that everyone tends to recommend getting a lesson with Doug Elliot. I already reached out to him on Facebook, but figured I'd post here also to increase my chances of getting in contact!
email him at [email protected]

Re: Embouchure Injury

Posted: Mon Apr 08, 2024 11:38 pm
by Doug Elliott
Replying now on Facebook

Re: Embouchure Injury

Posted: Tue Apr 09, 2024 12:52 am
by Posaunus
MTbassbone wrote: Mon Apr 08, 2024 9:18 pm
iglazan wrote: Mon Apr 08, 2024 6:30 pm
After silently trolling the forums for information, I've seen that everyone tends to recommend getting a lesson with Doug Elliot. I already reached out to him on Facebook, but figured I'd post here also to increase my chances of getting in contact!
email him at [email protected]
Or better yet at DEmou[email protected]

Re: Embouchure Injury

Posted: Tue Apr 09, 2024 5:07 am
by MTbassbone
Posaunus wrote: Tue Apr 09, 2024 12:52 am
MTbassbone wrote: Mon Apr 08, 2024 9:18 pm

email him at [email protected]
Or better yet at DEmou[email protected]
fixed it thanks for catching that

Re: Embouchure Injury

Posted: Wed Apr 10, 2024 10:02 am
by iglazan
Pezza wrote: Mon Apr 08, 2024 8:07 pm I sustained an injury to my lower lip, resulting in permanent damage. I've found that wedge mouthpieces help, as they take the pressure away from the damaged area.
I have tried one Wedge mouthpiece but found that it wasn't for me, maybe I needed to try another size. Will consider revisiting, thanks.