This introduction to the essential elements of the famous Arban method presents the material in a manner and format that is easy for developing students to use. The book is designed to improve the musicianship and technical faculty of the younger player and will be an excellent preparation for the more specialized instruction, provided by the Arban's Complete Conservatory Method. My First Arban is an invaluable tool for taking the young trumpeter to the next level of playing.

• Preface
• How to use this book
• Fingering Chart
• First Studies
• Scale Studies
• Chromatic Scales
• Intervals
• Major and Minor Arpeggios
• The Art of Phrasing
• Duets
• Fantaisie and Variations