The Trumpet is a brass instrument used in Marching Band, concert band, and orchestra. One can recognize a trumpet by noting that it is longer than its cousin, the Cornet, has three valves, and is smaller than most other brass instruments. Perhaps due to the strong breath support required to sustain high notes on the instrument, there is a certain degree of perceived arrogance among trumpet players. Either that, or we're really better than everyone else. Traditional rivalries/cross-breeding exist between the Trumpets and the Piccolos and Clarinets, as well as almost everyone else, thanks to our exceptional playing abilities.