Fred Paci Music

Building endurance on the trumpet is a lot like building endurance as an athlete.
Pro athletes don’t just repeat movements over and over. They refine them. Every repetition is intentional. They aim to remove unnecessary tension, improve efficiency, and make sure that when game day comes, nothing is wasted. They don’t rely on effort alone. They rely on control.
The same applies to the trumpet.
Endurance isn’t built by “pushing harder” for longer. It’s built by learning to do less, more efficiently.
Before and during playing:
A relaxed, full breath.
A stable, confident setup.
An engaged core with a relaxed upper body.
A clear focus on producing the most resonant sound with the least unnecessary pressure at the mouthpiece.
When this is done correctly, fatigue doesn’t show up randomly. It shows up in the right place.
If the first thing that gets tired is your surrounding musculature rather than the lips themselves collapsing or overworking, you’re likely moving in the right direction.
That’s how endurance is actually built on the horn: not through force, but through efficiency repeated over time.
If you want help building this kind of efficiency in your playing, this is exactly what I work on with dedicated players. Coaching subscriptions are available through the link in my bio.

My track « Mondays » with just got added to the editorial « Jazzy Beats » Thank you for the placement, and for the opportunity to release with you 🙏

High notes on trumpet are exciting, which is why they get all the hype. But being able to squeak them out alone won’t earn you opportunities in a concert or gig setting.

Sound, time, pitch, articulation, and musical  intent are what will make people want to hear you play, and hire you…

Build those first, and everything else gets easier, including playing high notes!

When you reach out to someone about a collab, you’re not just asking for creativity.

You’re asking for:
• their time
• their name / brand
• their audience
• their trust

That’s why the approach matters.
A thoughtful message includes context:
• what the project is
• what stage it’s in
• and who’s already involved

That gives the other person a clear picture of what they’re being invited into, both creatively and practically.

It’s also important to be transparent about collaborators from the start. Team size affects more than just workflow—it can affect credit, ownership, and how splits are handled if the track is released. More people changes the structure, not just the sound.

For the same reason, adding someone to a project later on is best handled as a conversation, not an assumption. Bringing in a new collaborator can change how splits are divided, how rights are shared, and how the release is organized. Asking first ensures everyone is comfortable with those changes before moving forward.

Most collaboration issues don’t come from bad intentions—just unclear expectations.
Clear communication early on leads to smoother collaborations, fewer misunderstandings, and better outcomes for everyone involved.

Please share this so everyone can start winning together!

I was reminded last week what progress really looks like. Consistent, incremental improvements over time is where it’s at! My guy Seth is doing just that; he took the guidance, followed the plan we laid out, and the results are showing. Two months in, and the progress is undeniable. I couldn’t be happier for him.

If you want guidance, accountability, and real progress, then book a lesson.

I just found out this I’ve been featured on ’s Best of Lofi Hip Hop 2025 compilation. This compilation holds 59 tracks from 83 artists worldwide, and I’m humbled to be featured on 7 of those tracks.

A huge thank you to
music for your trust in me, your generosity, friendship and talent! I’m honoured to have been a part of your projects this year.

And of course and for having given me such an amazing opportunity this year, not only as a jazz trumpeter, but as a music producer, by giving me the chance to release a full medieval Lofi album under my alias , also featured on this incredible compilation.

Thank you for an unreal 2025. Really excited for 2026!!

Trumpet lessons shouldn’t be one-size-fits-all.
Every student has different musical interests and goals. While fundamentals matter for everyone, practice works best when it’s connected to the music you actually want to play.
I help students build confidence and solid playing through practice that aligns with their interests, so the work feels musical and purposeful.
More info about lessons is in the link in my bio, or feel free to reach out if you have questions

This year was amazing! I got the opportunity to work with some fantastic people and make some great music! I don’t take any of it lightly, and I thank you all for the support, and for the many opportunities I was given this year.