Interactive Valve Simulator
Click the valves below to see which note you're playing. Open (no valves) = C4 (middle C).
Press valves to see the note
Fingering Chart
Click any note to see its valve combination.
C4
Open (0)
B3
Valve 2
Bâ™3
Valve 1
A3
Valves 1+2
Aâ™3
Valves 2+3
G3
Valves 1+3
Gâ™3
Valves 1+2+3
C Major Scale Practice
Practice your C major scale (C4 to C5). Click Start to see each note with its fingering.
C4
D4
E4
F4
G4
A4
B4
C5
Essential Tips for Cornet Players
🎵 Intonation
Pay special attention to tuning, especially third valve notes. Always warm up with long tones and listen carefully to blend with your section.
💨 Breath Support
Use consistent, steady air support. Don't overblow - let the instrument resonate naturally with controlled breath pressure.
😊 Embouchure
Keep your embouchure firm but relaxed. Tension is the enemy of tone quality and endurance. Practice long tones daily.
🎺 Role in the Band
As a cornet player, you're the heart of the brass band sound. Balance clarity with warmth, and always listen to blend with your section.