Developing students are presented
with the essential elements of H. L.
Clarke’s Techincal Studies for the
Cornet in this clear and easy-tofollow
introductory book.
Editor Sean O’Loughlin has maintained
the original musical and technical
intent, but carefully adapted
the materials for the young player.
In particular, My First Clarke is
organized by key signature rather
than by the technical exercise.
This approach better integrates the
techniques of Clarke’s studies by
paralleling the usual progression of learning of
the instrument.
This is an excellent method to use with or without
a teacher and is the logical next step after a beginning
method. My First Clarke, along with the Technical
Studies of the Cornet , now present a logical
progression of trumpet study for young players all
the way through to professional artistry.

Preface
How to Use This Book
About Herbert L. Clarke
About Sean O'Loughlin
Fingering Chart for the Bb Trumpet
Key of C Major
Key of A Minor
Key of F Major
Key of D Minor
Key of G Major
Key of E Minor
Key of Bb Major
Key of G Minor
Key of Eb Major
key of C Minor
Key of D Major
Key of A Major
Scale and Articulation Exercises
Chromatic Exercises
Arpeggio Exercises