The trumpet was not a lyrical singing instrument.
You can have a great lyric and a so-so melody; it's going to be a tough sell.
It's very clean. With tape, you get noise.
The Japanese seem to be a loyal audience.
Clifford Brown was in the jazz circles considered to be probably the greatest trumpet player who ever lived.
There's something interesting about playing live; you're in the moment, and I think it would be beneficial.