The trumpet or cornet are great beginner instruments, particularly for those with a general love of music as they are extremely versatile. There will always be a place for a trumpet regardless of whether you want to play in an orchestra, a brass band, a jazz band or a rock band. The trumpet is reasonably lightweight and inexpensive, so students can get started as early as age 7. The trumpet produces a majestic sound and as it is one of the loudest instruments it can always be heard above the rest.