Trombonists Handbook

About this book

This book contains a wealth of information for the trombone with musical illustrations & photos throughout the book. Contents: (main headings only) Handling the trombone Hand grips & playing position Care & maintenance Embouchure Developing the tone Attacks & releases Legato playing F attachments Selection of trombones & mouthpieces Mutes How to practice Slide technique Scales & arpeggios Developing facility Buzzing practice for embouchure development Alternate positions Intonation Breath control Low register High register Multiple tonguing Volume Endurance Interpretation & style Vibrato Clefs & transposition Lip problems The contests & the performance Performance in large ensembles The euphonium & baritone Selected literature & annotated bibliography The professional attitude