Article: 15 Christmas Gift Ideas for Brasswind Instruments
15 Christmas Gift Ideas for Brasswind Instruments
Are you looking for a full guide on practical gifts for brass musicians that they will use with pleasure and benefit from for their music? Read out list, grab inspiration, and select products that fit their passion. For better convenience, we have divided the list into sections according to various musical instruments to help you navigate.
Trumpet
1. Trumpet Valve Guard XL or L
Some areas of the trumpet are more exposed to the risk of tarnishing and corrosion due to regular contact with hands. Trumpet valve guard helps cover these sensitive parts, protecting the surface from wear and enhancing the grip during performance. You can buy valve guards in L size for basic protection of the 1st and 3rd valves, and the XL-size guards equipped with petals to cover the valves, lead pipe, bell pipe, and 3rd valve slide finishes.
2. Trumpet Mouthpiece Pouches
These leather accessories will protect mouthpieces from dust, scratches and contact with other essentials in the instrument bag. Depending on the working arsenal of a trumpeter, you can select single, double or triple pouches equipped with a button stud closure, or quad pouches suitable for 4–7 mouthpieces, with zippers.
3. Trumpet Single Gig Bag
A leather bag will shield the instrument from mechanical impacts and weather conditions during daily travel and on tours. Looking appealing on the outside, it is carefully crafted to the instrument’s shape and size inside, protecting sensitive mechanisms. In addition to the main compartment, the bag also features pockets for accessories and multiple carrying options, allowing musicians to switch between carrying in hand and backpack style. We offer several leather options for this particular model — Reptile, Crazy Horse, Detroit and Flotar.
4. Double or Triple Gig Bags
For trumpeters in your life who typically use a few instruments during performance, consider spacious double or triple gig bags. Equipped with soft lining and partitions, they offer comfortable accommodation for two or three instruments keeping them from contact with each other. Reinforced sides and bottoms protect the working mechanisms of the instruments, while a genuine material, featuring Crazy Horse, Detroit and Flotar leather, effectively resists moisture.
5. Trumpet Plunger Mutes
Cup-shaped leather mutes equipped with a built-in magnet can become a perfect tool for musicians in their journey to express themselves through music. Made of leather, they provide a dampened sound which can add interesting touches to music. Lightweight and unbreakable material makes these accessories perfect for travel and tours. As they are available in multiple colors, you can easily select what fits your friends.
Flugelhorn
6. Flugelhorn Gig Bags
Carrying a flugelhorn in a bag specifically designed for this instrument will reduce risk of damage and dents. You can select a vintage-vibe Crazy Horse, elegant Detroit or vividly-colored Flotar leather bags in a single, double or triple version. All models offer reinforced sides and bottoms, multiple carrying options and reliable YKK zippers.
7. Flugelhorn Plunger Mute
With this gift your friends will have more possibilities for artistic expression through music. Our leather mutes are compact in size, lightweight and unbreakable. To provide musicians with a comfortable grip, we have equipped mutes for flugelhorns with loops. Also, they can easily stick to the music stand thanks to a built-in magnet.
Piccolo Trumpet/Cornet
8. Piccolo Trumpet or Cornet Bag
With this reliable bag, trumpeters and cornet players can comfortably travel within urban settings. The bag features durable handles for vertical and horizontal carrying, a shoulder strap and an additional D-ring for another strap, allowing musicians to select various options depending on the situation. When used with two straps, the bag can be worn as a backpack. It’s available in a few leather options – Crazy Horse, Detroit and Flotar, each featuring its unique color palette.
9. Piccolo Trumpet Lead Pipes Holder
These accessories are available in two leather options Crazy Horse with a unique aging process and smooth, elegant Detroit leather. A hidden magnetic snap provides a neat appearance without rough accents, while soft lining inside offers gentle accommodation for four piccolo leadpipes, each in its separate slot. It’s perfect for daily use and on tours.
Pocket Trumpet
10. Pocket Trumpet Gig Bag
A compact design and lightweight construction allows the bag to become the best choice for traveling on short and long distances. Trumpeters can take it with them when they travel by public transport and by air, as it fits the size limit for hand luggage. Available in Crazy Horse, Detroit and Flotar leather, it offers effective water-resistant properties, appealing aesthetic and durable design.
Trombone
11. Trombone Hand and Neck Guard
Using our easy to attach genuine leather hand and neck guards, trombonists will protect the most sensitive areas of their instrument from wear and risk of corrosion. Capra leather provides a pleasant tactile feel, improving the grip, while lacing helps effortlessly attach accessories on the instrument and fix them according to personal preferences. You can select this gift in any color — from black or brown to yellow or red.
12. Trombone/Euphonium Mouthpiece Pouches
Made from Crazy Horse leather, these accessories feature a perfect duo of durable design and eye-catching vintage-vibe appearance. This material ages uniquely by developing a patina, so over time mouthpiece pouches acquire an elegant look that makes this gift idea perfect for trombonists who are interested in setting themselves apart. Trombone mouthpiece pouches are available in three options: single, double and triple with a specific number of slots for each tool. What your trombonists will like is a belt loop allowing them to wear accessories on the belt to keep mouthpieces within easy reach.
13. Trombone Plunger Mute
These are awesome gifts for jazz, swing, and classic trombonists who want to expand their musical possibilities with interesting sound effects. Plunger mutes made by MG Leather Work combine durable construction and attractive look. They are comfortable to hold during performances thanks to a finger loop and can be easily placed on the music stand thanks to a built-in magnet. Crazy Horse leather creates a timeless aesthetic, while the compact size allows the accessories to fit in an instrument case without taking up much space.
French Horn
14. French Horn Guards
These accessories protect the instrument in areas where metal frequently comes into contact with hands. Over time it can lead to tarnishing and a loss of aesthetic appeal of the instrument. Hand guards gently cover these vulnerable areas, shielding the finish and providing comfortable grip. Genuine leather offers a pleasant tactile feel while effectively absorbing moisture. You can buy guards for single and double French horns.
15. French Horn Mouthpiece Holders
Made of Crazy Horse leather, these holders combine durable design, attractive texture with a unique vintage vibe and timeless aesthetic. Whether you select a single, double or triple holder, it provides your friends with a reliable protection for their French horn mouthpieces. Soft suede inside doesn't scratch accessories while a practical button stud closure offers comfortable opening and closing.
Conclusion
By selecting one or more products from the list, you will definitely leave musicians with a great impression. You can make any of the accessories mentioned above more personal by requesting embossing, featuring initials, names, or symbols.
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