My name is david vining and i have been teaching trombone on the college level for about 30 years. How to practice the chromatic scale on trombone youtube how to play fast on the trombone fast trombone playing trombone lesson duration. May 04, 2017 this article will look at some of the best trombone books for beginners that you can buy to supplement a tutor book andor expand the repertoire of a beginner. Nov 15, 2007 i just started playing bass trombone this year as my primary instrument at the university. I teach euphonium and trombone lessons, and i use this book on my beginners and for my euphoniums switching to bass clef. With the bell to the left, form a v shape and screw the two pieces together. Originally published in 1948 after teaching a bass trombone student at julliard, this is one of the first study books aimed specifically at the bass trombone. She started playing piano when she was 5 years old. Since 1993, the standard of excellence band method has proven time and again to be one of the most complete band methods available. It deals only with the f valve and the related eflatf tunings but despite this is still a great resource especially for intermediate players or tenor trombonists looking to explore.
Orchestral excerpts for trombone a collection of authentic parts in the public domain of audition excerpts for trombone compiled into a book. I have played, performed and recorded professionally with choirs, theater productions. Trombone lessons with ben van dijk play with a pro. I have studied trombone at new mexico state university with dr. When the second trigger is not deployed, a bass trombone has the same capabilities as a tenor trombone with an fattachment, but players may find the higher notes more difficult to reach because of the larger horn. Thus, the copland fanfare shown above is for 3 trumpets, 4 horns, 3 trombones, no euphonium, 1 tuba and tympani. Trombone for beginners lesson 1 tutorial sophia learning. A carefully graded method that develops wellrounded musicianship. Enjoy the lowest prices and best selection of trombone method books at guitar center. Bass trombone book and cd set features 21 solo etudes based on. Founded in 1925 in downtown lincoln by its patriarch, august dietze, a local string bass player, the company charter has always had its roots firmly planted in serving the musician. This book was written at a time when very few trigger books existed, and it is still an excellent resource to this day. My teacher, edward kleinhammer, used these duets in every lesson.
When i found out that ben van dijk was on playwithapro, i realized that it was an incredible opportunity for me not only to study with a bass trombonist, but to study with someone that i have looked up to since i started playing bass trombone. For the safety of our customers and employees, john keal music will remain closed for the foreseeable future pending further instruction by governor cuomo. This block of 5 piano lessons allows you to book in for face to face and video lessons. Koppraschs name is well known to trombonists as the composer of a celebrated book of etudes that were originally written for low horn, his 60 etudes, opus 6. The bass trombone is a specialty instrument used within a section of several trombones in a band, orchestra or brass choir. A fine and sensible method book which covers all aspects of the modern bass. Open quick view dialog for carl fischer melodious etudes for trombone book online audio joannes rochut, book 1 carl fischer melodious etudes for trombone book online. Chord studies for trombone is an excellent book, although out of print. Book 1 for absolute beginners includes a cdrom and access to essential elements interactive eei, the ultimate online music education resource.
This is a free trombone lesson about improvising over basic tonic chords in all keys. Bollinger, blair valve technique for bass trombone subtitled youve got two valves, use both, this book has been needed in the bass trombone world ever since the development and widespread use of the independent valve system. Learn as you play provides everything you need from the first lesson up to grade three. Online trombone lessons for anyone wanting to learn more about this fun and versatile instrument. This is the first in a series of tutorials designed by author for use by his students learning to play trombone. The book also includes two cds performed by micha davis bass trombonist, israel. Show the students where to fit the mouthpiece into the receiver. Back to basics for trombone texas bandmasters association. From orchestras and marching bands to jazz ensembles and even ska outfits, the trombone s versatility spans countless musical genres.
It features downloadable sheet music and audio files. A well structured course of exercises, studies and pieces ensures a good. Technical studies and characteristic studies for cornet have been transcribed for bass trombone or tuba, and combined into one 102page book coil bound. I had played trombone and tuba before, but the bass trombone is unlike anything else. Bollinger, blair valve technique for bass trombone for bass. Carefully graded methods written by instrumental specialists that emphasize good tone production, build a strong rhythmic sense and develop wellrounded musicianship. There is no separate number for bass trombone, but it can generally be assumed that if there are multiple trombone parts, the lowest part canshould be performed on bass trombone. Basic patterns with free sheet music and audio trombone lesson. The slide goes to the right, with the longer end towards you. This article will look at some of the best trombone books for beginners that you can buy to supplement a tutor book andor expand the repertoire of a beginner. This block of 5 piano lessons allows you to book in for face to face and video. Click here to download the basic band trombone book. Since i insist of doing it thoroughly, it is taking me forever, so i decided that it is about time to share some of the content.
Essential elements trombone lesson book 1 heid music. Advanced etudes for bass trombone paperback march 1, 1985. Trombone books for young beginners easy winners peter lawrance. Because bass trombone players must learn to play the tenor trombone first, learning to play the bass trombone simply involves some modifications to good tenor trombone technique. Throughout trombonetools, ill give you a few strategies you can use immediately to improve. I have used the trombone version for years recommended to me from jeff berlin when i was at the players school. Welcome to trombonetools, a web site designed to help trombonists improve musicianship through innovative and effective trombone teaching tools. Playing a tenorbass trombone or bass trombone the positions change on instruments with valves when a valve is used the slide positions are longer farther than on an instrument without a valve. Standard of excellence combines a strong performancecentered approach with music theory, music history, ear training, listening composition, improvisation, and interdisciplinary and multicultural studies. Yana attended the school of arts in russia for 9 years 19881997. Other excellent tbone books for sight reading are the melodius etudes for trombone. Volume 111 jj johnson v111ds maiden voyage solos for trombone book cd mvtb big band christmas favorites playalong for trombone bbcftb big band jazz classics playalong. I recently picked up charlie vernons the singing trombone, as well as reginald finks studies in legato for bass trombone there is a tenor version available. College level bass trombone repertoire douglas yeo.
It is divided into steps rather than weekly lessons as groups of children learn at different rates due to many factors e. Kahila semester of studies king kauko kahila played bass trombone in the boston symphony from 19531973. I believe chord studies for electric bass is basically the same book. A method for bass trombone with single valve in f, double valve in b e. The fattachment and bass trombone unknown binding january 1, 1956 by allen ostrander author 5. Trombone bass clef book 1 teachers book this teaching resource has been designed for both small group and whole class teaching. I highly recommend both books, as well as the arban method. Trombone basics use the online videos listed with each topic to help you at home. We have instructors available for your area that will guide students from beginner levels through seasoned professional.
Standard of excellence trombone lesson book 1 bass clef. Volume 111 jj johnson v111ds maiden voyage solos for trombone bookcd mvtb big band christmas favorites playalong for trombone bbcftb big band jazz classics playalong. I am in the making of a new trombone book with patterns for jazz improvising. The title represents the fact in the year of the first editions publication, very few books were available for players who specialized on bass trombone. See all 3 formats and editions hide other formats and editions. Trombonetools tools to help you achieve peak performance. The university of arizona ua school of musics trombone studio and choir page under the direction of assistant professor moises paiewonsky website managed by moises paiewonsky.
This resource is applicable for all types of trombones including also, tenor and bass trombones. Video lessons trombone low brass playing tips sheet music. I just started playing bass trombone this year as my primary instrument at the university. The book contains 57 pages of basic fundamental exercises to prepare the young trombone student for more advanced texts. In 1839, christian friedrich sattler, a german instrument maker, recognized that tubing could be added within the bell section of a bb tenor trombone to achieve the range produced by an f bass trombone, essentially combining the two into one more. Most are technical, some are expressive, all are well written. I have been playing trombone, and more specifically, bass trombone, for over 20 years. We offer classes on guitar, piano, bass, percussion, sat,act, math, science and more. This book was originally written as a private lesson book for beginning students and a daily warmup book for more advanced students. Outside of trombone, i also play trumpetcornet, tuba, vocals, guitar, bass, and. Easy winners is a great book that is full of popular tunes from stage, film and tv shows.
High note positions the positions from 9th harmonic series h to 12th harmonic series f are shown to the right. How to practice the chromatic scale on trombone youtube. The range of a good bass trombone player may go from c1 to c5 often referred to as high c on any trombone. Use the book and cd sets for private lessons, for selfstudy, or in any. The result is the most complete band method available. The university arizona trombone studio handbooksyllabus. It is intended for players switching from straight. This free how to play trombone ebook is suitable for students, parents and teachers who would like to understand the essential skills needed to play a trombone with good technique.
Apr 20, 2017 originally published in 1948 after teaching a bass trombone student at julliard, this is one of the first study books aimed specifically at the bass trombone. It will take an outrageous amount of air to play it properly, i have personally equated. Free trombone sound guide trombone exercises that will make you a great player trombone secrets bass clef play along book. From orchestras and marching bands to jazz ensembles and even ska outfits, the trombones versatility spans countless musical genres. Jul 04, 2015 free trombone sound guide trombone exercises that will make you a great player trombone secrets bass clef play along book. This segment will supply the student with a definition and short explanation on what a trombone is.
A tenorbass trombone has only a single valve f attachment, so b. See all formats and editions hide other formats and editions. In 2000, trombonist and scholar benny sluchin published an edition of the 60 etudes, opus 5, and 60 etudes, opus 6, by georg kopprasch, adapted for trombone. Bollinger, blair valve technique for bass trombone for. Pitched in bb with one or two valves extending to f and d, they have some characteristics of the large bore tenor trombones, but the agility and extended low range make them a solo instrument in.
The videos below are the first of what i intend to be a more comprehensive portfolio of videos to compliment the playing and performance tips i have in my regular website see trombone tips videos. After viewing the video the student will be able to. Information regarding trombone studies, area, department, and tenor trombone and bass trombone students studying performance andor music education. Yana weaver was born in tula, russia the place where leo tolstoy is from. The range of a good bass trombone player may go from c1 to c5 often referred to as. The videos below are the first of what i intend to be a more comprehensive portfolio of videos to compliment the playing and performance tips i have in my regular website see trombone tips. Default best selling lowest price highest price newest items. You will also find a selection of unique trombone books, only available on this site. Open quick view dialog for carl fischer melodious etudes for trombone bookonline audio joannes rochut, book 1 carl fischer melodious etudes for trombone bookonline. Part of the belwin master solos series and prepared under the direction of keith snell, each of these folios contains a collection of graded solos that should prove to be a useful source for both student and teacher. Each folio contains works from the renaissance, baroque, and classical periods, folk songs and.