Generated by All in One SEO v5.0.0.1, this is an llms.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site. # Digitaltrombone The site about trombone playing ## Sitemaps - [XML Sitemap](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website. ## Posts - [Trombone articles - improve your playing](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/trombone-articles-improve-your-playing) - [How to practice trombone without driving everyone crazy](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/how-to-practice-trombone-without-driving-everyone-crazy.html) - Neighbours. Thin walls. A partner with a Zoom call. Sleeping kids. Every trombone player eventually faces the exact same problem: you need to practice, but the world is simply not ready for it. We all know the feeling. You are warmed up, you have your coffee, you are ready to tackle that new jazz etude - [Welcome to the good chops factory](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/brand-new-members-area-for-digitalttombone.html) - Brand new members area for DigitaltTombone Anders here, trombone player / educator and founder of Digitaltrombone. I’ve been working on a better way to present the member content, and the result is a brand new members web app. Rebuilt and redesigned members area It’s not in the App Store or Google Play (yet), but it - [Free ChordChaser Practice Books: Trombone Warmup + Arpeggios](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/free-chordchaser-practice-books-trombone-warmup-arpeggios.html) - I’m always trying to find ways to practice smarter instead of just harder. That idea led to the creation of my ChordChaser app, a practice tool that plays chords so you can train your ears, intonation and harmonic awareness while playing. I use it even more than I had expected to, both for my own - [Trombone lesson: Flexibility "against the grain"](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/flexibility-against-the-grain.html) - A common trombone flexibility exercise turned into a strange sounding toung wrecking adventure! Sort of... - [Trombone lesson: Natural legato - take a big breath!](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/natural-legato-take-a-big-breath.html) - Improve your natural legato with these trombone exercises: play major triad patterns smoothly without tonguing, practise alternate positions and get sheet music - [Trombone lesson: Flexibility - large intervals](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/trombone-lesson-flexibility-large-intervals.html) - Improve your trombone flexibility with large-interval exercises. Learn how to avoid notes in between, choose the right tempo, and try optional advanced etudes. - [Elektrojazz "Cars" the album - a tribute to classic cars](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/new-jazz-trombone-cd-elektrojazz.html) - Elektrojazz - rare grooves with funky latin and soulful trombone jazz A few years ago, I decided to start up a new musical project, and cover new musical grounds. This was the beginning of Elektrojazz, a groove jazz band where I try to capture the sound and feel of the seventies soul/funk/jazz/latin music. I spent - [Great live mic for trombone - Audix i5](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/great-live-mic-for-trombone-audix-i5.html) - Great dynamic mic for trombone and trumpet - Audix i5. Can a mic make you not have to clean your horn?! Throw out that old SM57 now! - [Pro Trombone Tip: Think LOUD – Play Soft](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/pro-trombone-tip-think-loud-play-soft.html) - Trombone Tip: Think LOUD – Play Soft Do you want to be able to play softly with a full, confident sound—without worrying if the note will start cleanly? Then thinking loud – playing soft is for you. Let’s dive in. Open Up to Play Loud To play loud, you need to open up your throat - [My 2025 trombone resolutions](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/my-2025-trombone-resolutions.html) - Trombone playing should feel easy, yet for many of us, it often doesn’t. Make it effortless! We’re a month into 2025, so it’s about time I share my 2025 trombone-playing resolutions. My aim for this (and the next 300 years) is to focus on relaxed playing. Full sound with minimum effort. Responsive chops. This is - [New Series of Trombone Jazz Etudes Added](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/new-series-of-trombone-jazz-etudes-added.html) - I’m happy to announce a brand new series of jazz etudes that I’ve just added to the member’s section, bringing the total to over 60 jazz etudes for trombone on the site! These etudes are designed for trombone players ranging from easy to intermediate levels, and they’re all written to fit perfectly with Jamie Aebersold’s - [RIP Finale by MakeMusic (1988-2024)](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/rip-finale-by-makemusic-1988-2024.html) - Finale is shutting down! Read about the consequences of the upcoming death of the music notation software after 35 years. If you are a Finale user, it’s bad! - [Bach Cello suites in all keys](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/bach-cello-suites-in-all-keys.html) - A unique opportunity to download Bach´s Cello Suite 1 & 2 in all keys! Written in treble and bass clef, edited for wind instruments (brass and woodwind), PDF - [18 trombone accessories you really shouldn't buy (but they're funny)](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/18-trombone-accessories-you-really-shouldnt-buy-but-theyre-funny.html) - 18 trombone accessories you really shouldn't buy (But they're funny) I have taken a deep dive into AliExpress and its trombone accessories. It has been an interesting and amusing experience that I want to share with you. Let's dig in! 1. The Trombone Clip On Mustache I am amazed I’ve made it this far in - [Trombone lesson: slow air](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/trombone-lesson-slow-air.html) - This brass breathing tip is almost self explanatory. It is about the sensation of letting the air pass tour lips as slowly as possible while playing with a rich, full sound. I will not claim to be the first to use the expression slow air, since that would be clearly on the wrong side of the - [How to use major 7 and major 7#5 patterns in trombone improvising](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/how-to-use-major-7-and-major-75-patterns-in-trombone-improvising.html) - Using major 7 and major 7#5 patterns in jazz standards when improvising These arpeggios are useful for an array of chords. Many of them are also quite comfortable to play on a trombone and will define a chord very well when used in jazz solos. Since trombone players by nature are single note players, being - [Trombone lesson: major7 patterns in jazz improvisation](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/how-to-use-maj7-and-maj75-patterns-in-jazz-improvisation.html) - Learn how to use the major7-pattern in an improvised jazz solo! Free sheet music exercise for trombone, trumpet and other brass in bass and treble clef. - [Transcribed jazz trombone solos](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/transcribed-jazz-trombone-solos.html) - Links to free transcriptions of trombone solos by famous jazz players like J.J. Johnson, Carl Fontana, Frank Rosolino and Curtis Fuller. - [Famous Trombone Players](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/famous-trombone-players.html) - This is a comprehensive list of famous trombone players, both jazz and classical. They have all made important contributions to the trombone world - listen to them play. - [Videos with famous jazz trombone players](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/videos-with-famous-jazz-trombone-players.html) - [blank_spacer height="15px" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="no" pb_border_bottom="no" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] These are some of the most influental jazz trombone players of all time. Listen and enjoy! Kid Ory (1886–1973) Miff Mole (1897–1961) Jack Teagarden (1905–1964) Tommy Dorsey (1905–1956) Glenn Miller (1904–1944) J.C. Higginbotham (1906–1973) Vic Dickenson (1906–1984) Benny Morton (1907–1985) Quentin Jackson (1909–1976) - [Videos with contemporary jazz trombone players](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/videos-with-contemporary-jazz-trombone-players.html) - [blank_spacer height="15px" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="no" pb_border_bottom="no" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] Take a listen to some of the most noticeable contemporary jazz trombone players. Michael Dease (born 1982) John Fedchock (born 1957) Bruce Fowler (born 1947) Vincent Gardner (born 1972) Nils Landgren (born 1956) Tom "Bones" Malone (born 1947) Andy Martin Elliot Mason (born - [Videos with famous classical trombone players](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/videos-with-famous-classical-trombone-players.html) - [blank_spacer height="15px" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="no" pb_border_bottom="no" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] Enjoy this selection of videos with some of the most influential classical trombone players in the world. Joseph Alessi (1959) Christian Lindberg (1958) Jörgen van Rijen (1975) Alain Trudel (1966) Stefan Schulz (1966) Ian Bousfield (1964) Michel Becquet (1954) Zoltan Kiss Jay Friedman (1943) - [Videos with famous female trombone players](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/videos-with-famous-female-trombone-players.html) - A list of videos with famous female trombone players you should know of, including Melba Liston, Rita Payés, and Aubrey Logan. - [Trombone lesson: Trombone slide chart](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/trombone-slide-chart.html) - The trombone has 7 slide positions, and you can play several of notes on each slide position. Use this ultimate trombone slide chart to learn all the notes and their positions. - [How much does a trombone cost? All you need to know!](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/how-much-does-a-trombone-cost-all-you-need-to-know.html) - Trombone Prices Breakdown: New vs Used, Small Bore vs Large Bore vs Bass - All You Need to Know and then some! Here's an overview: Introduction to Trombone Prices Factors Affecting Trombone Prices New vs. Used Trombones New Trombones: Used Trombones: Student Model Trombone Prices Professional Model Trombone Prices Understanding Different Bore Types Price Range - [Exploring Standard Repertoire Trombone Excerpts by Skill Level](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/exploring-standard-repertoire-trombone-excerpts-by-skill-level.html) - Standard repertoire trombone excerpts play a crucial role in the development and assessment of trombonists across all skill levels. These excerpts are commonly featured in auditions for orchestras, bands, and other musical ensembles, serving as a benchmark for evaluating technical proficiency, musicality, and interpretive skills. - [World’s first trombone half plunger](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/half-plunger-for-trombone.html) - World’s first trombone half plunger This remarkable tool has been sought after by composers and arrangers for decades and is finally available exclusively at digitaltrombone.com. It is an ergonomic disaster designed for musical masterpieces. (Trumpet version in development, expected to arrive for sale April 1st, 2025.) Are you tired of trying to achieve the full - [Perfect Posture and Breathing for Trombone](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/perfect-posture-and-breathing-for-trombone.html) - This video is about what to do before you pick up the trombone. A warmup warmup so to speak. https://youtu.be/Vi1xpZC-w5M 35% off on Lifetime Membership PLUS two free trombone books - only valid in February. You save $92! Use the discount code FREEBOOKS during checkout. Select your free trombone books – Lifetime Membership will be added - [Question: How can I make my trombone sound good when playing through a microphone and PA system?](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/question-how-can-i-make-my-trombone-sound-good-when-playing-through-a-microphone-and-pa-system.html) - I got this question regarding playing trombone through a PA. This is relevant not only for trombone players but for all horn section players - anyone blowing into their instrument using a mic on stage or at band rehearsals. Question "I am a trombone player and recently joined a rock band, and I love the - [Play Mood Indigo with Ella Fitzgerald](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/play-mood-indigo-with-ella-fitzgerald.html) - There are a few things to consider when starting a new day of trombone playing. Before challenging yourself with new music, it's a good idea to ensure all aspects of your playing are up and running. I would recommend covering these areas: Breathing and posture (without the instrument) Sound Flexibility Articulation Ballad (playing some actual - [New trombone book: Flexibility for Trombone Players](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/new-trombone-book-flexibility-for-trombone-players.html) - Trombone flexibility, or the ability to effortlessly play both large and small intervals without tonguing is one of the fundamentals of trombone playing. It's the essence that sets apart great trombone players from the good ones. Now, I'm thrilled to unveil the thoroughly revamped edition of Flexibility for Trombone Players – a method that's more - [The Importance of Trombone Warm-ups: An In-Depth Analysis](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/the-importance-of-trombone-warm-ups-an-in-depth-analysis.html) - Every trombone player should recognize the importance of a thorough warm-up. Yet, many reduce the concept to a few lip slurs before the 'real' practice. - [How much does a trombone cost?](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/how-much-does-a-trombone-cost.html) - The trombone - a budget-friendly instrument choice If the trombone has caught your interest, you're in for a pleasant surprise. Not only is the trombone a versatile instrument, but it's also quite budget-friendly. A used professional quality model can often cost $1,000 or less. Paying more doesn't automatically mean that you get a better instrument. You - [New release: The Ultimate Trombone High Range Book](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/new-release-the-ultimate-trombone-high-range-book.html) - NEW RELEASE: THE ULTIMATE TROMBONE HIGH RANGE BOOK Can you play high notes on the trombone effortlessly? Does each note soar out, clear, resonant, and without a hint of strain? No? You're not alone! The challenge of producing flawless high notes is one that many trombonists grapple with, regardless of their experience level. I'm thrilled - [Trombone lesson: Scales without tongueing](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/scales-without-tongueing.html) - Work on your high range and intonation with this unusual way to play a major scale on the trombone. - [Trombone lesson: High-range glissando](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/trombone-high-range-glissando.html) - This high range glissando exercise for trombone helps you expand your range with full control of the embouchure. - [S.E. Shires trombone review](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/s-e-shires-trombone-test.html) - Visiting the Shires factory During a recent visit to the S.E. Shires factory, I was fortunate enough to experience firsthand the range of trombones they offer. Nestled in the unassuming industrial area of Hopedale, Massachusetts, the factory's location is conveniently about an hour's drive from Boston and a four-hour journey from New York. The unassuming - [Free trombone blues duet for beginners and intermediate trombone players](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/free-trombone-blues-duet-for-beginners-and-intermediate-trombone-players.html) - Free trombone blues duet Download the sheet music and practice with the play-along tracks. Suitable for beginners and intermediate trombone players (and trombone teachers). 👇Scroll down for sheet music. This is a piece of music I wrote a couple of years back. It is excellent for trombone teachers - I have used it a lot - [Trombone lesson: Altered scale in all keys](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/the-altered-scale-in-all-keys.html) - Experience the altered scale and discover how to use it when you improvise - exercises for trombone and other bass clef instruments - [How to aim your airflow correctly and large intervals target practicing](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/how-to-aim-your-airflow-correctly-and-large-intervals-target-practicing.html) - How to aim your airflow correctly and large intervals target practicing 92,6% of trombone playing is about effortlessly hitting the desired note. You should be able to do this with a soft but still responsive and precise attack. Sounds easy, and some players just do it right without ever speculating on how they do it. - [Trombone slide chart alternate positions](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/trombone-slide-chart-alternate-positions.html) - "The Trombone is the only instrument that in theory can play in perfect tune, but in practice never does." - Sokrates March 17, 421 B.C. A trombone lesson about intonation! - [Trombone lesson: Improve your playing in five minutes](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/improve-your-playing-in-five-minutes.html) - Getting the airflow up and running in a relaxed manner helps you get a good response on the horn. This trombone exercise improves your sound in 5 minutes. - [Ambient drone pads in all keys for practicing your instrument](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/ambient-drone-pads-in-all-keys-for-practicing-your-instrument.html) - [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="no" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] Ambient drone pads for practicing your instrument ? In all major and minor keys A drone in the major or minor key you are working on is a great way to get more out of your instrument practice. There - [Trombone lesson: Doodle Tonguing - Part 1](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/trombone-doodle-tonguing-part-1.html) - What is doodle tonguing, and why is it so useful for a jazz trombone player? Seven steps to getting started with the fastest and smoothest legato tonguing in the world! Part 1 - [Trombone lesson: large intervals](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/trombone-lesson-bouncing-bone-and-large-intervals.html) - Bouncing 'bone and large leaps Being able to switch registers rapidly and with ease, is a key to a relaxed trombone technique. In this trombone lesson, I give you some advice on how to achieve this, combined with five pages of exercises. Before you download and print the free trombone sheet music, please read the - [Trombone lesson: Flexibility with pedal tones](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/trombone-flexibility-with-pedal-tones.html) - A great exercise to work on the leaps from pedal tone range to middle range on trombone. Free trombone sheet music gallery, try it out yourself. - [Scales in all twelve keys for trombone](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/scales-in-all-twelve-keys.html) - Lesson for trombone players: exercises for playing the seven modes of the major scale in all keys. - [Trombone lesson: Pentatonic scale flexibility](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/trombone-lesson-pentatonic-scale-flexibility.html) - Trombone lesson: Pentatonic scale flexibility I like pentatonic scales. They tend to fit the trombone quite well and are useful for many things such as bass lines, blues themes, and funky horn section phrases. And of course in improvisation. This is probably the best scale to start with if you are new to improvising since - [Bach Cello Suite 2 Edited for Brass - free download](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/bach-cello-suites-edited-for-brass.html) - Download sheet music with Bach Cello Suite no II for free! Edited for trombone and other brass instruments - in all clefs. 36 pages in PDF format, enjoy! - [Trombone lesson: Kickstarting lips and airflow](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/kick-starting-lips-and-air-flow.html) - In this exercise, I focus on the range from F on the first slide position down to the B on 7th.* Many trombone players have a hard time getting this register to sound as good as the rest of the middle range. - [My best triads ear-training trick](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/my-best-triads-ear-training-trick.html) - Music for flute on the trombone? Sure! Admittedly, I started with transposing them down an octave. That took the original versions from unplayable to just really challenging. - [Telemann's Fantasias for flute - edited for trombone](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/telemanns-fantasias-for-flute-edited-for-trombone.html) - Music for flute on the trombone? Sure! Admittedly, I started with transposing them down an octave. That took the original versions from unplayable to just really challenging. - [Set your trombone bebop chops on fire!](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/set-your-trombone-bebop-chops-on-fire.html) - There are only a handful of players that has really changed the course of jazz, and Bird was one of them. With sprawling melodic lines and intricate yet logical chord progressions, his music has become part of the foundation of jazz. And rightfully so! Take a look at the selection of Charlie Parker trombone jazz etudes here. - [Trombone embouchure trade secret](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/trombone-embouchure-trade-secret.html) - Don't blow at your trombone (it doesn't like that) This is the trombone embouchure article I wish I had read many years ago. It would literally have saved me from years of struggles. I hope that you will benefit from it now instead, potentially saving you from a lot of trombone agony and brass pains. - [Flow and pitch on mouthpiece](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/flow-and-pitch-on-mouthpiece.html) - Don't hold back on air Many brass players have problems playing smooth legato lines and keeping the airflow constant. This simple exercise will help you overcome such issues. It is also a comfortable mouthpiece warm-up. The goal is to let the air flow freely and without interruptions when you change notes, regardless of whether you - [I was wrong about how to lip buzz for many years](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/how-to-buzz-right-on-trombone.html) - I was wrong about how to lip buzz for many years! Do you buzz right? This is why you should buzz. And how to buzz. And how not to. - [Hands-on jazz exercise: Basic patterns with free sheet music and audio](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/hands-on-jazz-exercise-basic-patterns-with-free-sheet-music-and-audio.html) - Basic patterns with free sheet music and audio This is a free trombone lesson about improvising over basic tonic chords in all keys. It features sheet music and audio files. When I decided to turn DigitalTrombone into a membership site, this jazz pattern was among the first to be created. In the member's section, you - [Trombone lesson: Lip trills](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/lip-trills-for-trombone-and-brass-instruments.html) - Master lip trills on your trombone by starting slowly and expanding your range. Build embouchure strength and fluidity with this focused flexibility exercise. - [Trombone lesson: Pedal tones](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/pedal-tones-for-brass-players.html) - Open up your trombone sound with this pedal tone exercise. Practice tips for airflow, sheet music in C/B♭ and start pedaling today. - [Trombone lesson: The key to improvising](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/the-key-to-improvising.html) - You need to be able to hear what you are about to play in order to become a good improviser. There´s NO way around that! This is my best shot to help you get there. - [Trombone lesson: Extend your range on mouthpiece](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/trombone-lesson-extend-range-mouthpiece.html) - Recently I had one of those days where embouchure felt a bit off. I played this mouthpiece exercise and was impressed with the result after just a few minutes. - [Trombone lesson: Pentatonic scales - how and why](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/pentatonic-scales-how-and-why.html) - Learn how to use a minor pentatonic scale when improvising - also in ways, you didn't know of. Free trombone sheet music samples. - [Guide to small-bore vs. large-bore trombone](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/small-bore-trombone-vs-large-bore-trombone.html) - The complete guide to large-bore and small-bore trombones, and all the available trombone sizes ranging from contrabass to soprano trombone. - [Trombone lesson: Mike Stern lick in all keys](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/mike-stern-lick-in-all-keys.html) - A technical jazz exercise for trombone players, based on a phrase from a Mike Stern-solo. Hard, high and healthy! - [Anders Larson Quintet feat. Gerard Presencer - Live recording](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/concert-with-gerard-presencer-audio-samples.html) - Listen to a recording with Anders Larson Quintet feat. Gerard Presencer live in Copenhagen, June 2010 - [Trombone lesson: Doodle Tonguing - Part 4](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/trombone-doodle-tonguing-part-4.html) - How to use and practice doodle tonguing on trombone in jazz with sheet music examples. - [Trombone lesson: Doodle Tonguing - Part 3](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/trombone-doodle-tonguing-part-3.html) - These trombone doodle tongue exercises are designed to make you improve speed, control, and strength. - [Trombone lesson: Doodle Tonguing - Part 2](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/trombone-doodle-tonguing-part-2.html) - This is the second part of a series of articles about doodle tonguing on trombone. Use these basic exercises to improve your doodle tongue playing, free sheet music gallery. - [Trombone lesson: Groove Merchant sax chorus for trombone](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/groove-merchant-sax-chorus-on-trombone.html) - Thad Jones is known for his brilliant music for big band, and Groove Merchant is one of my favorites. Especially the sax chorus is amazing, and it is actually quite suited for trombone. Download this free PDf sheet music with the sax chorus, transcribed for trombone or other bass clef instruments. Enjoy! - [Trombone lesson: Tip Toe Trombone Solo](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/tip-toe-trombone-solo.html) - Free download of the trombone solo chorus from Thad Jones' amazing big band chart Tip Toe in PDF format. Read the story behind the tune that includes trombones, snacks, and a fridge! - [Trombone lesson: Commute by car and buzz - 10 tips](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/trombone-lesson-commute-by-car-and-buzz-10-tips.html) - Do you have a car? Do you drive? Do you play trombone? Do you have a spare mouthpiece? If you can answer YES to these questions, please continue reading. - [Trombone lesson: flexibility with staccato and doodle tongue](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/trombone-lesson-flexibility-with-staccato-and-doodle-tongue.html) - There are a few fundamentals in trombone playing that need constant attention. You need to be aware of your sound, airflow, embouchure, flexibility, attack, slurring, legato playing...as well as making music, a purpose the trombone is more suited for than most other musical instruments! - [List Of All Time Top 7 Trombone Positions](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/list-of-all-time-top-7-trombone-positions.html) - After years of playing, I have finally achieved insight enough to make a Top 7 List of my favorite trombone positions. - [How to use a toe to play trombone](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/how-to-use-a-toe-to-play-trombone.html) - Do you know the one word that could change the way you play forever? Clue: it has something to do with your feet... - [Trombone stand review: Hercules TraveLite](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/trombone-stand-review-hercules-travelite.html) - Here is my review of the Hercules TraveLite Trombone Stand. Spoiler: I no longer use it, but here is my solution. - [Trombone Volume Control](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/trombone-volume-control.html) - Always be heard - get your own customTrombone Volume Control today! April sale: $500 $499 This unique product is finally available for the masses (not sure if the breed of trombone players can ever be defined as masses) and will allow you to gain control over the volume of your instrument. Years of product development has - [Elektrojazz live](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/trombone-jazz-elektrojazz-live.html) - The worlds biggest jazz festival, Copenhagen Jazz Festival, begins july 4th, and there are plenty of opportunities to hear Elektrojazz live! July 4, 19.00: Bernstorff Slot July 7, 21.00: Nørrebro Bryghus July 8, 22.30: Cafe Bopa July 11, 18.30: Scandic Front July 12, 21.00: Kvarterhuset I am eager to get my band Elektrojazz on stage - [What happens if you mix a square-headed scandinavian, trombone, jazz, soul and New York?](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/elektrojazz-new-york-tribute.html) - Elektrojazz New York Tribute - a album as an app featuring NYC artists The best answer to the question in the headline, is to watch this video about four Scandinavians quest to capture the sound and feel of NYC. One of them is a trombone guy (me). And the four of us together make up Elektrojazz. If you are - [Trombone Lesson: Focused Practicing - Part 2](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/trombone-lesson-focused-practicing-part-2.html) - The 30 minute session I have written about getting the most out of your trombone practicing sessions in a previous post - FOCUSED PRACTICING IN 7 STEPS. This time, I will give you some advice on how to stay focused while practicing. Personally, I tend to be very unfocused in general, letting my mind wander - [Web shop is launched!](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/web-shop-is-launched.html) - After hours of tweaking and fine tuning, the digitaltrombone web shop is now launched! Opening hours are Monday-Sunday 9.00am-9.00am CET. All year. Always! The shop will offer books and sheet music in PDF format, covering a wide variety of subjects such as: methods for trombone and other brass instruments jazz etudes exercises big band arrangements - [Questionnaire: The Sound of Airflow and its Use in Wind Instrument Playing](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/questionnaire-sound-airflow-use-wind-instrument-playing.html) - This is the second guest article, written by PhD student Matthias Heyne from University of Canterbury, Christchurch, New Zealand. 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First of all I would like to thank Anders Larson for sharing my link - [Farewell to two dear brass colleagues](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/farewell-to-two-dear-brass-colleagues.html) - With only few weeks in between, two of the most remarkable Danish jazz musicians has passed away, trumpeter/composer Jens Winther and trombone player Erling Kroner. - [Farewell to two dear brass colleagues](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/farewell-to-two-dear-brass-colleagues.html) - With only few weeks in between, two of the most remarkable Danish jazz musicians has passed away, trumpeter/composer Jens Winther and trombone player Erling Kroner. - [Premiere: new series of books with solos over famous jazz standards - Jazzld.com](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/premiere-new-series-of-books-with-solos-over-famous-jazz-standards-jazzld-com.html) - Do you like to play jazz solos, but need new inspiration? Or are you not yet a skilled improviser, but want to get started with jazz soloing right away? 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It is all about finding the most relaxed way to move a lot of air through your instrument, while keeping your (correct) embouchure in - [I don´t agree with Christian Lindberg on this one](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/i-dont-agree-with-christian-lindberg.html) - A modest reply to Christian Lindberg´s statement about why not to buzz. I stumbled over this short video with Christian Lindberg talking about why you should not buzz. Christian, I truly respect you as one of the worlds very finest trombone players ever, but I have to disagree with you on this one. [fbvideo link="http://www.facebook.com/newzealandsymphonyorchestra/videos/vb.6548913590/10152993730928591/" width="500" height="500" onlyvideo="1"] - [Trombone lesson: warm up and play music (sort of) at the same time](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/trombone-lesson-warm-up-and-play-music-sort-of-at-the-same-time.html) - Playing scale patterns in all keys as a trombone warm up will make you think while playing. Why not improve your chops and get smarter at the same time? (I will cover how to get prettier in a future post...) You could put your trombone out in the sun for a quick warm up, but I still recommend the old fashioned - [Phrasing essentials and sight-reading](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/phrasing-essentials-and-sight-reading.html) - Making music is about much more than hitting the right note. Actually, hitting the right note is the least of it. After years of teaching and conducting musicians on all levels, this is the formula I have come up with in order to make music happen as soon as possible. This is of course not only a - [10 More Jazz Etudes For Trombone](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/10-jazz-etudes-trombone.html) - I am a bit ashamed. Despite the good response I got on the book '10 Jazz Etudes For Trombone', it has taken me four years to complete the second edition. But finally, here it is, the brand new trombone book 10 More Jazz Etudes For Trombone written by Anders Larson (that´s me). The structure of the - [Trombone Cowboy - practical use of a trombone](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/trombone-cowboy.html) - I knew there was a practical use for trombones, but I am still amazed that it turned out to be so valuable in real life. Due to the size of these animals, the cowboy has wisely chosen a large bore trombone. Mouthpiece size and rim shape remains unknown. This is also proving that there is - [Trombone mouthpiece holiday exercise](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/trombone-mouthpiece-holiday-exercise.html) - Holiday season is here, and in my case that means a healthy break from my dear friend mr. Small Bore Shires. I have no trouble leaving for vacation without bringing my trombone. I don´t know if that is a good or bad thing...probably good. At least I use to bring my mouthpiece, and plan to - [Trombone lesson: Doodle Pentatonics](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/trombone-lesson-doodle-pentatonics.html) - Pentatonic April - part II This is the second pentatonic exercise in a series of two, read the first part here New to doodle tonguing? Here is a series of articles to get you started. Doodle tonguing part I Doodle tonguing part II Doodle tonguing part III Doodle tonguing part IV Doodle Pentatonics Pentatonic scales are - [10 Jazz Etudes for Trombone](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/10-jazz-etudes-for-trombone.html) - Do you want to play great jazz solos, written especially for trombone? Now you can, without having to learn how to improvise! I don´t like to practise. It´s lonely and can be quite boring. That is why I wrote this book - to make trombone practising fun! The concept of the book is simple: Every - [Brass breathing: simple air exercise](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/brass-breathing-simple-air-exercise.html) - Forget about embouchure, strength, flexibility and scales, if you don't get the breathing in place, nothing else does´t matter. You probably know about a good-lip-day. I would say that 9,3 out of 10 times, it is actually a good-breathing-day. If you make sure airflow is relaxed and controlled, your lips will have perfect working conditions. - [The Influence of First Language on Playing Brass Instruments](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/influence-first-language-playing-brass-instruments.html) - This is a guest article, written by PhD student Matthias Heyne from University of Canterbury, Christchurch, New Zealand. I find his thoughts very interesting, and would recommend that you answer his questionnaire and help him getting started with the project! Anders The Influence of First Language on Playing Brass Instruments by Matthias Heyne - University - [Trombone lesson: Brass embouchure with vowels](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/trombone-embouchure-using-vowels.html) - Using vowels to improve and optimize your trombone embouchure I have written a lot about about air flow and keeping the throat wide open while playing trombone (and other brass instruments). Here is a really cool trick to improve your embouchure and make sure that you get the most out of your efforts. When you - [Trombone lesson: Pentatonic licks for 2013](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/trombone-lesson-pentatonic-licks-for-2013.html) - Christmas is over, and we have now entered 2013. For me that mean picking up the trombone again and get back in the practice room. To get back in shape, I tried to come up with something to challenge myself with, and the result are these pentatonic trombone licks. It is basically just a three - [Elephanfare for 6 trombones and 2 tubas](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/elephanfare-for-6-trombones-and-2-tubas.html) - The world famous architect Norman Foster was hired to design the new elephant house at the Copenhagen Zoo a few years ago. Living close to the Zoo I could see the project evolve, and it struck me that they couldn´t possibly have a grand opening without an Elephanfare! I contacted the Zoo and tried to - [Worlds greatest trombone plunger mute?](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/worlds-greatest-trombone-plunger-mute.html) - Yes, we all know the fancy red&white music store trombone plunger, and it does sound really good. But I never liked the handling of it, it is too clumsy and hard to hold comfortably. Might be that my mid-sized scandinavian hands that are fitted backwards... A few years ago, Erling Kroner (R.I.P. dear colleague) had - [Trombone lesson: focused practicing in 7 steps](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/trombone-lesson-focused-practicing-in-7-steps.html) - Practicing with a wandering mind I don´t know about you, but my mind tends to take a stroll during my trombone practicing. I have surrendered to the fact that I will walk around the room while playing, that´s ok, but not being focused on the task mentally is worse. This post is not about cleaning - [Trombone Lesson: Great mouthpiece embouchure](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/trombone-lesson-great-mouthpiece-embouchure.html) - Buzzing for great trombone chops This is a simple little buzzing exercise that will help you improve airflow and get rid of bad habits related to attack or tonguing. I often use it as a warmup exercise, making it the first thing I play that day. The important thing here is flow. Make sure that - [14 tips for trombone flexibility](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/14-tips-for-trombone-flexibility.html) - What to think about when working on your flexibility Don´t play too fast! Speed is nice, but always make sure to play the exercise well rather than fast. Are all notes in tune? Is your sound good? In a hurry? Play exercises on 1st, 3dr, 5th and 7th position (or 2nd, 4th and 6th). I do - [Trombone lesson: Mouthpiece warmup](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/mouthpiece-warmup.html) - Increase your range on the mouthpiece, from pedal tones growles to double high squeeks. Check out this exercise for brass players! - [Trombone lesson: Flexibility with rhythm](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/trombone-flexibility-with-rhythm.html) - These trombone flexibility exercises includes rhythmical patterns, adding a new challenge. - [Flexibility on trombone and mouthpiece - Part 1](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/flexibility-on-trombone-and-mouthpiece-part-1.html) - Flexibility exercises for brass and trombone players are one of the keys to great chops! This exercise is great both for building up strength and more control. - [Trombone lesson: Flexibility - moving around](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/flexibility-moving-around.html) - This trombone lesson contains of some simple flexibility patterns, combined in new ways to make them sound more interesting. Healthy bone-improving stuff! - [Trombone lesson: Flexibility - large intervals](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/flexibility-avoiding-notes.html) - A flexibility exercise for trombone and other brass instruments with focus on large intervals and avoid notes. - [Trombone lesson: Flexibility - working on speed](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/flexibility-working-on-speed.html) - Use a metronome to work on speed and precision on these small interval flexibility exercises for trombone. Free sheet music gallery - [Trombone lesson: Crescendo with full control](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/trombone-crescendo-with-full-control.html) - Can you play a crescendo on your brass instrument from pianissimo to fortissimo in one breath with full control, and still be totally relaxed? This exercise can help you! - [Trombone lesson: Flexibility on trombone and mouthpiece - Part 2](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/flexibility-on-trombone-and-mouthpiece-part-2.html) - Flexibility exercises for trombone and other brass players focusing on octaves, both on the instrument and mouthpiece alone. Why is this useful? - [Trombone lesson: Triads and inversions part 1](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/triads-and-inversions-part-1.html) - Can you sing a triad in any inversion from a given note? Or play it on your instrument? Check this out and find out now. - [Trombone lesson: Triads and inversions part 2](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/triads-and-inversions-part-2.html) - Can you sing a triad in any inversion from a given note? Or play it on your instrument? Check this out and find out now! Part 2 of 2 - [Trombone lesson: Triad inversions work out](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/triad-inversions-trombone-work-out.html) - Ear training, building up chops, working on legato and staccato phrasing and expanding your range, all in one exercise for trombone players and other brass players. Get used to all the different inversions of triads. - [Trombone lesson: Save chops!](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/save-chops-how-to-maximize-brass-exercises.html) - To easy tips how to avoid busting the lips and chops when you practise, especially when you use the upper or lower range. For all brass players! - [Trombone lesson: Practice with the "wrong" mouthpiece!](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/practice-with-the-wrong-mouthpiece.html) - Why you should try playing low range exercises on a small mouthpiece - and reverse! Free tip for trombone and other brass instruments - [Trombone lesson: Dynamic versus static practicing](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/dynamic-versus-static-practicing-for-brass-players.html) - Have you thought about the difference between dynamic and static practising for trombone and other brass instruments? Read more about it here! - [Trombone lesson: Tongueing - Tuh or Tut?](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/tonguing-tuh-or-tut.html) - This post is about attack and tonguing for trombone players and all other brass players. It is about how to discover one of the most common bad habits among brass players - and how to get rid of it! - [trombone lesson: Improvisation as a daily routine](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/free-improvisation-as-a-daily-routine.html) - It does´t matter if you are a jazz or classical player, you still want to make music. And you should still make music in your practice room. A really good way to get some music into your daily routine at an early stage, is to play some free improvisation. - [Trombone lesson: 5 minutes breathing exercise](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/5-minutes-breathing-exercise-for-brass-players.html) - My best shot at getting a relaxed breasthing for brass players. Try it for 2-5 minutes and feel the difference. - [(Un)necessary Trombone Christmas Music ](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/unnecessary-trombone-christmas-music.html) - Trombone Chrismas video parade. Digitaltrombone.com wishes everone a Merry Chrismas and a Happy New Year - [Trombones in cartoons](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/trombones-in-cartoons.html) - Here is a selection of cartoons featuring trombones - starting with some great Disney classics. 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Fun sound to play with, but really hard to - [February starter](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/february) - Ballad: Mood Indigo As performed beautifully by Ella Fitzgerald https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jaq9Gx9GT5E - [December starter](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/december) - 'Jul, jul, strålande jul' Here's a choir of angels to back you up, playing the traditional Swedish Christmas sensation. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CNf42AF03UQ Now, take a listen to Thad Jones' 'A Child Is Born' and enjoy both the music and the resemblance. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-M2ADUgffFE - [June starter](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/june) - Body And Soul backing tracks Regardless of the style, you can still experiment switching between even and swing 8ths. 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You can play it with the play-along track below, or play it on your own. - [Free trombone course - part 4 replaced](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/free-trombone-course-part-4-replaced) - Doxy jazz etude for trombone This is a very bluesy, trombonish solo based on Sonny Rollins’ Doxy in Bb. Enjoy! If you don’t know the melody, I suggest learning it by ear from Frank Rosolino. Also, notice his brilliant phrasing, articulation, and timing on muted trombone. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3SfVDm_KRIM Play-along track Use this track as a backing - [Free trombone course - part 4](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/free-trombone-course-part-4) - Bach Cello Suites in all keys edited for trombone Have you played Bach’s Cello Suites on trombone? Besides being beautiful music, they are a great workout on the trombone. I have taken it a step further and transposed the complete suites 1 and 2 to all keys. Some keys give you a tremendous high-range workout - [Free trombone course - part 3](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/free-trombone-course-part-3) - HIGH and LOW - can these two words change your playing forever? Trombone playing is all about making things as easy and effortless as possible. If your playing sound good, it is good. If your playing sound good and feels easy, it is better. That goes for airflow as well: make it easy for the - [Transposing pentatonic licks ADVANCED](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/transposing-pentatonic-licks-advanced) - [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] Transposing pentatonic licks - advanced Did you spend some time with this pentatonic exercise? Then it might be time to move on to something a bit more challenging. There are plenty of hours of practicing on these pages if - [Alto Trombone Concerto in E-flat Major (Wagenseil)](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/alto-trombone-concerto-in-e-flat-major-wagenseil) - Georg Christoph Wagenseil’s Alto Trombone Concerto in E-flat Major Composed in the mid-18th century, this is one of the oldest and most important solo works for the instrument. It was written for the alto trombone, though it is frequently performed today on both alto and tenor trombones. - [Blazhevich Sequences for Trombone](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/blazhevich-sequences-for-trombone) - [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] Blazhevich Sequences for Trombone If you want to know more about these etudes, I recommend that you read the foreword in Russian. If you, like me, have a hard time making sense of written Russian, go straight ahead and - [Blazhevich Trombone School](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/blazhevich-trombone-school) - [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] Blazhevich Trombone School An old-school trombone school in Russian and German. I have not spent time with this book myself yet, but I am sure you can find valuable content in it. Go play some Cyrillic trombone! Note: This - [Orchester-Studien für Posaune (Robert Müller)](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/orchester-studien-für-posaune-robert-müller) - [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] Orchester-Studien für Posaune (Robert Müller) A selection of older orchestral studies for trombone. Released late 19th or early 20th century. Note: This file is public domain and not original digitaltrombone.com content. That means that it can be found - [Daily Drills and Technical Studies (Max Schlossberg)](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/daily-drills-and-technical-studies-max-schlossberg) - [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] Daily Drills and Technical Studies (Max Schlossberg) Note: This file is public domain and not original digitaltrombone.com content. That means that it can be found elsewhere online too. Digitaltrombone.com does not take any credit or responsibility for this - [Sixty studies for trombone by Koprash](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/sixty-studies-for-trombone-by-koprash) - [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] Sixty studies for trombone by Koprash An old trombone school and a new acquaintance for me. I have not personally worked with this material yet. Note: This file is public domain and not original digitaltrombone.com content. That means that it - [Blazhevich 70 Tuba Studies](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/blazhevich-70-tuba-studies) - [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] Blazhevich 70 Tuba Studies What!? Tuba material on a trombone site? Grab a tuba or take up the challenges on your (bass) trombone! Disclaimer: I have not personally worked with this material, but that does not prevent it from - [Concertino in E-flat Major, Op. 4 (Ferdinand David)](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/concertino-in-e-flat-major-op-4-ferdinand-david) - Ferdinand David’s Concertino in E-flat Major, Op. 4 (1837) This is probably the most famous and frequently performed work in the trombone repertoire. Dedicated to the virtuoso Karl Traugott Queisser, it was the first major concerto written for the modern slide trombone and remains a mandatory piece for almost every professional orchestral audition worldwide. - [Trombone Concertino, Op. 35 (Otto Fleischmann)](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/trombone-concertino-op-35-otto-fleischmann) - Otto Fleischmann’s Trombone Concertino, Op. 35 This is a characteristic piece of the Romantic brass tradition, likely composed in the late 19th or early 20th century. - [Trombone Concerto No. 2 in A Major by Eugen Reiche](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/trombone-concerto-no-2-in-a-major-by-eugen-reiche) - Trombone Concerto No. 2 (Eugen Reiche) Eugen Reiche’s Trombone Concerto No. 2 in A Major (1905) is a highly regarded work in the Russian trombone school. Reiche, a German-born trombonist who spent much of his career in St. Petersburg, composed this concerto to showcase a soloist's range, flexibility, and technical mastery. I. Allegro maestoso: A grand and technically demanding - [Grøndahl Trombone Concerto](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/grondahl-trombone-concerto) - Grøndahl Trombone Concerto (born 1886, died 1960.Concerto composed 1924) Launy Grøndahl’s Trombone Concerto (1924) is arguably the most important work in the classical trombone repertoire. Composed while Grøndahl was in Italy, it is celebrated for its rich, late-Romantic orchestration and its perfect understanding of the trombone’s dramatic and lyrical capabilities. The concerto follows the traditional - [Warnecke Concertpiece Trombone Op. 28](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/warnecke-concertpiece-trombone-op-28) - Warnecke Concertpiece Trombone Op. 28 (born 1878, died 1940. Concerto published 1901 or earlier) Max Warnecke’s Concert Piece, Op. 28 (also known as Konzertstück) is a significant work in the 19th-century solo trombone tradition. Composed by the Hamburg-based trombone virtuoso Max Warnecke (1878–1940), it is characterized by its dramatic melodies and technical demands. Opening: Features free cadences and a - [Wichtl Trombone Concertino](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/wichtl-trombone-concertino-2) - Wichtl Trombone Concertino Georg Wichtl (1805-1877). Trombone Concertino (published 1902 or earlier). Georg Wichtl’s Trombone Concertino (often simply titled Concertino) is a classic pedagogical and performance work from the Romantic era. The concertino follows a traditional three-movement form, focusing on technical agility and lyrical phrasing: I. Allegro con spirito: A spirited and rhythmic opening that tests your trombone - [Lars Erikson Larsson Trombone Concertino](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/lars-erikson-larsson-trombone-concertino) - [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] Lars Erikson Larsson Trombone Concertino A Swedish trombone classic. I really like the harmonic material in this concerto, and it is a joy to work on. Part I and III are fairly challenging while part II is great as - [Gräfe Trombone Concerto](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/grafe-trombone-concerto) - Gräfe Trombone Concerto Friedebald Gräfe’s Trombone Concerto in B-flat Major (often called the Grand Concerto) is a cornerstone of the Romantic trombone repertoire. Published around 1897, but likely composed as early as 1872, it is famous for its grand, heroic style and demanding technical passages. Tempo di Marcia moderato: A bold, march-like opening with an - [Portfolio template](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/portfolio-template) - Portfolio title description about this portfolio. Not too long and keep it relevant. Not all portfolios need descriptions. optional headline Opt. more description about this portfolio Opt. insert youtube url - [High Range Doodle Monster](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/high-range-doodle-monster) - This is one of my go-to exercises for both high-range and endurance. - [Basic triad workout](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/basic-triad-workout) - [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] Basic triad workout Are you familiar with all triads on the trombone? Being able to play all major and minor triads in all keys is a fundamental skill that is very useful for both classical and jazz players. You - [Flexibility on trombone and mouthpiece](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/8-9-flexibility-on-trombone-and-mouthpiece) - [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] Flexibility on trombone and mouthpiece By now, it's no secret: practicing flexibility is one of the keys togood technique and healthy bone chops. Playing the same exercise on both the mouthpiece and the instrument is great for both strength - [Warmup staccato and legato](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/warmup-staccato-and-legato) - [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] Warmup staccato and legato This one will get you all the way down as deep as you can play. When you play the scales legato, make sure to have a steady and relaxed airflow. Think of it as one - [Sweet Trombone Workout](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/sweet-trombone-workout) - Sweet trombone is a style of trombone playing characterized by its smooth, soft legato approach, often executed in a medium to high range, with an abundance of slide vibrato as the finishing touch. - [Scales Without Tonguing](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/scales-without-tonguing) - One reason many jazz trombonists frequently use the higher range is because the notes are positioned closer together, allowing for greater agility. These scale exercises take this concept to the extreme - in a good way. - [Natural legato introduction (easy to intermediate)](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/natural-legato-introduction-easy-to-intermediate) - Major and Minor scales in thirds (easy to intermediate) - [Flexibility: Natural legato and flexibility](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/natural-legato-and-flexibility) - [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] Natural legato challenge Take your natural legato to a new level - take a big breath! This one is quite chops-heavy, but it's a fun challenge. Playing all of the notes in tune while using the myriad alternate positions - [Trombone Concerto No.2 (Vladislav Blazhevich)](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/trombone-concerto-no-2-vladislav-blazhevich) - [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] Trombone Concerto No.2 Vladislav Blazhevich (1881-1942) [/spb_text_block] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="1/4" el_position="last"] My personal notes [/spb_text_block] [blank_spacer height="30px" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="no" pb_border_bottom="no" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] Download sheet music [/spb_text_block] [spb_raw_html width="1/1" el_position="first last"]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[/spb_raw_html] - [Trombone Concerto (Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov)](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/trombone-concerto-nikolai-rimsky-korsakov) - [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] Trombone Concerto Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov (1844-1908) ? Take a listen Christian Lindberg arranged and performed this version for trombone and string orchestra. Originally composed for trombone and military band in 1877. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PYjmt4XDVl4 This version is performed in 2013 by Gabriele - [Flexibility overview](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/flexibility) - [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] Flexibility exercises Ready for your daily chops yoga? Flexibility is one of the fundamentals of trombone (and brass) playing. Since we don’t have valves, we need to be really good at using the embouchure for pitch changes pitch. And - [Etudes](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/etudes) - [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] Etudes This section with etudes for trombone also includes famous concerts and concertinos, technical exercises, and trombone schools. A lot of the content here originates from the public domain, and a lot of it has been edited especially for - [All topics - overview](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/all-topics) - [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="no" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] Topics [/spb_text_block] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="no" pb_border_bottom="no" width="1/4" el_position="last"] [/spb_text_block] [spb_single_image image="4890" image_size="full" frame="glowframe" intro_animation="none" full_width="no" lightbox="yes" image_link="/portfolio/warmup" link_target="_self" width="1/2" el_position="first"] [spb_single_image image="4902" image_size="full" frame="glowframe" intro_animation="none" full_width="no" lightbox="yes" image_link="/portfolio/flexibility" link_target="_self" width="1/2" el_position="last"] [spb_single_image image="16873" image_size="full" frame="glowframe" intro_animation="none" full_width="no" lightbox="yes" image_link="/portfolio/high-range-overview" link_target="_self" - [High-range overview](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/high-range-overview) - [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] Trombone high-range exercises Want to improve your trombone high-range? Looking to overcome range anxiety? Then this is the section for you. But let me be clear upfront. ⛔ I won't advocate for any special high-note mouthpieces or gimmicks. ⛔ - [Bach Cello Suite II C minor](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/bach-cello-suite-ii-c-minor) - [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] Bach Cello Suite II in C minor In both high- and low-range versions. ⬅️ Back to Cello Suites overview [/spb_text_block] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="1/4" el_position="last"] My personal notes [/spb_text_block] [blank_spacer height="30px" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_raw_html width="1/1" el_position="first - [Chromatic scales expanding range](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/chromatic-scales-expanding-range) - [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] Chromatic scales - expanding range Here are a few pages of lip contorting and chops killing chromatic patterns. You will dream chromatic dreams tonight. (Chromatic dreams are never nightmares though.) When you need a lip break, go find a - [Bach Cello Suite I in D major](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/bach-cello-suite-i-in-d-major) - [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] Bach Cello Suite I in D major This is the first suite transposed to D major. It is written out in both tenor and alto clefs – choose whatever you like best (I bet the alto clef version will - [Telemann Fantasia 2 in F minor BASS TROMBONE](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/telemann-fantasia-2-in-f-minor-bass-trombone) - [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] Telemann Fantasia 2 in F minor BASS TROMBONE Transposed to the key of F minor to suit the range of the mighty bass trombone. Written in bass clef to avoid upsetting any low brass players. ⬅️ Back to Fantasia - [Bach Cello Suite II Bb minor](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/bach-cello-suite-ii-bb-minor) - [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] Bach Cello Suite II in Bb minor In high and low versions. ⬅️ Back to Cello Suites overview [/spb_text_block] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="1/4" el_position="last"] My personal notes [/spb_text_block] [blank_spacer height="30px" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [boxed_content type="coloured" custom_bg_colour="#fffeed" pb_margin_bottom="no" - [Bach Cello Suite I](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/bach-cello-suite-1) - [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] Bach Cello Suite I Bach's Cello Suite I in all keys. G major is the original key. Some keys calls for an F attachment and are best suited for bass trombone. Some calls for lips of steel and will - [Bach Cello Suite I in E major](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/bach-cello-suite-i-in-e-major) - [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] Bach Cello Suite I in E major Written in high and low versions for tenor and bass trombone notated in bass, tenor, and alto clef. ⬅️ Back to Cello Suites overview [/spb_text_block] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="1/4" el_position="last"] My - [Telemann Fantasia 1 in Ab major BASS TROMBONE EASY](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/telemann-fantasia-1-in-ab-major-bass-trombone-easy) - [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] Telemann Fantasia 1 in Ab major - EASY For bass trombone Transposed and simplified version for bass trombone players with a suiting amount of triggers and valves attached to their beautiful instrument. ⬅️ Back to Fantasia overview [/spb_text_block] [spb_text_block - [Telemann Fantasia 2 in F minor BASS TROMBONE EASY](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/telemann-fantasia-2-in-f-minor-bass-trombone-easy) - [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] Telemann Fantasia 2 in F minor BASS TROMBONE Easy version Transposed to the key of F minor to suit the range of the mighty bass trombone. This easy version is edited to make it a bit more playable for - [Bach Cello Suite I in Eb major](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/bach-cello-suite-i-in-eb-major) - [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] Bach Cello Suite I in Eb major Written in high and low versions for tenor and bass trombone notated in bass and tenor clef. Back to Cello Suites overview [/spb_text_block] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="1/4" el_position="last"] My personal notes - [Telemann Fantasia 1 in Ab major BASS TROMBONE](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/telemann-fantasia-1-in-ab-major-bass-trombone) - [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] Telemann Fantasia 1 in Ab major FOR BASS TROMBONE Transposed for BASS trombone, get that trigger finger moving. ⬅️ Back to Fantasia overview [/spb_text_block] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="1/4" el_position="last"] My personal notes [/spb_text_block] [blank_spacer height="30px" width="1/1" el_position="first - [Flexibility with rhythm](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/7-flexibility-with-rhythm) - [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] Flexibility with rhythm Is your rhythm flexible? Or is your flexibility rhythmical? Aim for the latter. Many trombone flexibility exercises tend to have a somewhat uninspiring rhythm, focusing primarily on the changing notes part. Here, I've added some rhythmical - [Pedal tone flexibility](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/6-flexibility-with-pedal-tones) - [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] Pedal tone flexibility Can you pedal at speed? In these exercises, the focus is on incorporating pedal tones while working on trombone flexibility, and being able to access them effortlessly without changing the embouchure too much compared to the - [Pedal Tone Exercise](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/pedal-tone-exercise) - Wait, what? A pedal tone exercise in a high-range sextion?! Stick with me on this - it’s one of the most important if you want to develop a good high range. - [Buzzing on lips and mouthpiece](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/buzzing-on-lips-and-mouthpiece) - [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] Buzzing on lips and mouthpiece I was wrong about how to lip buzz for many years. Now I believe I figured out how to approach it. This is really helping my trombone playing, hope it will help yours too! - [Free trombone course - part 2](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/free-trombone-course-part-2) - Trombone breathing exercise Airflow (and not air force) will make your trombone sing Breathing is the key to becoming a great brass player. Read and memorize this, and try the exercises in the sheet music below. Do this for a few days - or even better - the rest of your life! Good posture - - [Free trombone course - part 1](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/free-trombone-course-part-1) - Setting the correct distance between the corners of your lips - my second-best trombone tip This lesson is about the distance between the corners of your lips. This is fundamental for you to become a good (or even decent) trombone player. And it is a quick fix that you can benefit from long term! Here's what to - [Bach Cello Suite I in Db major](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/bach-cello-suite-i-in-db-major) - [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] Bach Cello Suite I in Db major ⬅️ Back to Cello Suites overview [/spb_text_block] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="1/4" el_position="last"] My personal notes [/spb_text_block] [blank_spacer height="30px" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="no" pb_border_bottom="no" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] Download sheet music - [Body And Soul jazz etude](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/body-and-soul-jazz-etude) - [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] Body And Soul jazz etude A trombone solo written over Johnny Green's Body And Soul, one of the most beloved and famous jazz ballads - well deserved. Here is a clip with Frank Rosolino playing the tune. Sadly this - [Milestones Miles Davis solo](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/milestones-miles-davis-solo) - Transcription of Miles' solo on Milestones from the album with the same title from in 1958. - [Chromatic scale workout](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/chromatic-scale-workout) - [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] Chromatic scale workout There is basically only one chromatic scale, and it consists of every note you know. It starts on the lowest note you can play and goes on until you run out of chops. The chromatic scale - [Easy duet: Bone Jam](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/bone-jam) - [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] TO THE BONE DUETS 9 Bone Jam Full book available here as pdf - free download for lifetime members. [/spb_text_block] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="1/4" el_position="last"] My personal notes Metronome  Metronome Stopwatch [/spb_text_block] [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [blank_spacer height="60px" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [portfolio_carousel - [Easy duet: Bone Appetit](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/bone-appetit) - [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] TO THE BONE DUETS 8 Bone Appetit Full book available here as pdf - free download for lifetime members. [/spb_text_block] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="1/4" el_position="last"] My personal notes Metronome  Metronome Stopwatch [/spb_text_block] [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [blank_spacer height="60px" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [portfolio_carousel - [Easy duet: Bonana Blues](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/bonana-blues) - [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] TO THE BONE DUETS 7 Bonana Blues Full book available here as pdf - free download for lifetime members. [/spb_text_block] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="1/4" el_position="last"] My personal notes Metronome  Metronome Stopwatch [/spb_text_block] [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [blank_spacer height="60px" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [portfolio_carousel - [Sixth Blues jazz etude in all keys](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/6th-blues-jazz-etude-in-all-keys) - Dig in and play this jazz blues etude in all keys! The focus is on playing phrases with 6ths in them. It is kind of a monster, and the play-along track (video above) is 16 minutes long. - [Easy duet: Soul Bone](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/soul-bone) - [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] TO THE BONE DUETS 6 Soul Bone Full book available here as pdf - free download for lifetime members. [/spb_text_block] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="1/4" el_position="last"] My personal notes Metronome  Metronome Stopwatch [/spb_text_block] [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [blank_spacer height="60px" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [portfolio_carousel - [Easy duet: SlowBone](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/slowbone) - [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] TO THE BONE DUETS 5 SlowBone Full book available here as pdf - free download for lifetime members. [/spb_text_block] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="1/4" el_position="last"] My personal notes Metronome  Metronome Stopwatch [/spb_text_block] [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [blank_spacer height="60px" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [portfolio_carousel title="TO - [Easy duet: Bonefire Jazz](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/bonefire-jazz) - [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] TO THE BONE DUETS 4 Bonefire Jazz Full book available here as pdf - free download for lifetime members. [/spb_text_block] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="1/4" el_position="last"] My personal notes Metronome  Metronome Stopwatch [/spb_text_block] [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [blank_spacer height="60px" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [portfolio_carousel - [Easy duet: Brass Bones](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/brass-bones) - [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] TO THE BONE DUETS 3 Brass Bones Full book available here as pdf - free download for lifetime members. [/spb_text_block] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="1/4" el_position="last"] My personal notes Metronome  Metronome Stopwatch [/spb_text_block] [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [blank_spacer height="60px" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [portfolio_carousel - [Easy duet: Bone To The Bone](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/bone-to-the-bone) - [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] TO THE BONE DUETS 2 Bone To The Bone Full book available here as pdf - free download for lifetime members. [/spb_text_block] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="1/4" el_position="last"] My personal notes Metronome  Metronome Stopwatch [/spb_text_block] [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [blank_spacer height="60px" width="1/1" el_position="first - [Easy duet: Bone Yard Boogie](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/bone-yard-boogie) - [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] TO THE BONE DUETS 1 Bone Yard Boogie Full book available here as pdf - free download for lifetime members. [/spb_text_block] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="1/4" el_position="last"] My personal notes Metronome  Metronome Stopwatch [/spb_text_block] [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [blank_spacer height="60px" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] - [Trombone starter APRIL](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/trombone-starter-april) - [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] Trombone starter APRIL Enjoy this month's starter. Please read this foreword before digging in if you are new to the Trombone Starters series. [/spb_text_block] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="1/4" el_position="last"] My personal notes Metronome  Metronome Stopwatch [/spb_text_block] [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [blank_spacer height="60px" - [Pentatonic scales in use](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/pentatonic-scales-in-use) - [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] Pentatonic scales in use Knowing 700 pentatonic scales inside out is pretty useless if you don't know when and how to use them. Here is an overview of how I use the pentatonic scale. There is the obvious solution: - [Bach Cello Suite I in A major](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/bach-cello-suite-i-in-a-major) - [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] Bach Cello Suite I in A major ⬅️ Back to Cello Suites overview [/spb_text_block] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="1/4" el_position="last"] My personal notes [/spb_text_block] [blank_spacer height="30px" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="no" pb_border_bottom="no" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] Download sheet music - [Telemann Fantasia 1 in A major (original key)](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/telemann-fantasia-1-in-a-major-original-key) - [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] Telemann Fantasia 1 in A major (original key) ⬅️ Back to Fantasia overview [/spb_text_block] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="1/4" el_position="last"] My personal notes [/spb_text_block] [blank_spacer height="30px" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="no" pb_border_bottom="no" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] Download sheet music - [Major scales jazzy patterns](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/major-scales-jazzy-patterns) - [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] Major scales jazzy patterns Scale exercises don't have to be boring. Here are 9 patterns with a jazzy feel. They are intended to be played with swing eights but can of course also be played with even eights if - [Major scales in sixths - F# (Gb) and B major](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/major-scales-in-sixths-f-and-b-major) - A variety of scale patterns in 6ths. - [Eight-tone scale patterns](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/eight-tone-scale-patterns) - [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] 8-tone scale patterns The 8-tone scale (or diminished scale) is a symmetrical scale, meaning it is built up around a specific interval pattern. In this case, it is half-whole seconds (or whole-half, depending on where you start the scale). - [Doodle Tonguing – Part 4](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/doodle-tonguing-part-4) - [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] Doodle Tonguing - Part 4 Scale workouts About the patterns Patterns 1-4 are about making your doodle tonguing fast and smooth without repeating notes. Patterns 5-10 are all about 8-tone scales. With repeating notes, you have time to hear and - [Doodle Tonguing – Part 3](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/doodle-tonguing-part-3) - [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] Doodle Tonguing - Part 3 Building up speed and strength Doodle tonguing is the perfect weapon for jazz trombone players who want to play fast and smooth melody lines. It is a technique for legato playing with built-in swing - [All The Things You Are jazz etude](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/all-the-things-you-are-jazz-etude) - [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] All The Things You Are jazz etude A trombone solo written over Jerome Kern's All The Things You Are. I love the way the chords flow in this tune, combined with some surprising but pleasant modal changes. Play-along Try - [Tune up - Miles Davis solo](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/tune-up-miles-davis-solo) - Miles Davis solo transcription of Tune up with the Miles Davis Quartet. - [II-V-I Patterns overview](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/2-5-1-patterns-overview) - [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] II-V-I Patterns overview II-V-I (such as Gm7 - C7 - Fmaj7)is one of the fundamental chord progressions in jazz. You will really benefit from knowing II-V-I progressions in all keys, both leading to a major and minor tonic. And - [BLUES in F: Now’s The Time and Billies Bounce](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/blues-in-f-nows-the-time-and-billies-bounce) - [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] BLUES in F: Now’s The Time and Billie's Bounce A trombone jazz etude This jazz etude explores the world of blues in the trombone-friendly key of F. This solo is written to fit the track Now’s The Time and - [Blues in Bb jazz etude duet](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/blues-in-bb-jazz-etude) - [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] Blues in Bb jazz etude duet Being familiar with the blues is essential for a jazz improviser. In the most basic blues (in this case Bb blues), the 12-bar period can be divided into three sections of four bars. - [Basic arpeggios and 2-bar patterns](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/basic-arpeggio-patterns-and-2-bar-patterns) - [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] II-V-I patterns 5, 6 & 7: Basic II-V-I arpeggios and 2-bar patterns Arpeggios are a very good way to get familiar with chord progression – especially on an instrument such as trombone since we are (almost) restricted to one - [Bach Cello Suite II G minor](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/bach-cello-suite-ii-g-minor) - [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] Bach Cello Suite II in G minor ⬅️ Back to Cello Suites overview [/spb_text_block] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="1/4" el_position="last"] My personal notes [/spb_text_block] [blank_spacer height="30px" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="no" pb_border_bottom="no" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] Download sheet music - [Night And Day jazz etude C major](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/night-and-day-jazz-etude) - [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] Night And Day jazz etude in C major This jazz etude is based on the chords from the elegant jazz standard Night And Day. Like the song, part of the jazz etude is latin and part is swing. Play - [Major scales in sixths - E and A major](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/major-scales-in-sixths-e-and-a-major) - A variety of scale patterns in 6ths. - [Major scales in sixths - D and G major](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/major-scales-in-sixths-d-and-g-major) - A variety of scale patterns in 6ths. - [Major scales in sixths - C and F major](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/major-scales-in-sixths-c-and-f-major) - Scale patterns in 6ths. - [Major scales in sixths - Bb and Eb major](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/major-scales-in-sixths-bb-and-eb-major) - Scale patterns in 6ths. - [Major scales in sixths - Ab and Db major](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/major-scales-in-sixths-ab-and-db-major) - A variety of scale patterns in 6ths. - [Bach Cello Suite I in Gb major](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/bach-cello-suite-i-in-gb-major) - [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] Bach Cello Suite I in Gb major ⬅️ Back to Cello Suites overview [/spb_text_block] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="1/4" el_position="last"] My personal notes [/spb_text_block] [blank_spacer height="30px" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="no" pb_border_bottom="no" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] Download sheet music [/spb_text_block] - [Bach Cello Suite I in F major](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/bach-cello-suite-i-in-f-major) - [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] Bach Cello Suite I in F major Written in alto and tenor clef. ⬅️ Back to Cello Suites overview [/spb_text_block] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="1/4" el_position="last"] My personal notes [/spb_text_block] [blank_spacer height="30px" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [boxed_content type="coloured" custom_bg_colour="#fffeed" - [Bach Cello Suite I in C major](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/bach-cello-suite-i-in-c-major) - [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] Bach Cello Suite I in C major ⬅️ Back to Cello Suites overview [/spb_text_block] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="1/4" el_position="last"] My personal notes [/spb_text_block] [blank_spacer height="30px" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="no" pb_border_bottom="no" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] Download sheet music - [Bach Cello Suite I in Bb major](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/bach-cello-suite-i-in-bb-major) - [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] Bach Cello Suite I in Bb major ⬅️ Back to Cello Suites overview [/spb_text_block] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="1/4" el_position="last"] My personal notes [/spb_text_block] [blank_spacer height="30px" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="no" pb_border_bottom="no" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] Download sheet music - [Bach Cello Suite I in B major](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/bach-cello-suite-i-in-b-major) - [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] Bach Cello Suite I in B major ⬅️ Back to Cello Suites overview [/spb_text_block] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="1/4" el_position="last"] My personal notes [/spb_text_block] [blank_spacer height="30px" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="no" pb_border_bottom="no" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] Download sheet music - [Bach Cello Suite I in Ab major](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/bach-cello-suite-i-in-ab-major) - [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] Bach Cello Suite I in Ab major ⬅️ Back to Cello Suites overview [/spb_text_block] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="1/4" el_position="last"] My personal notes [/spb_text_block] [blank_spacer height="30px" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="no" pb_border_bottom="no" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] Download sheet music - [Bach Cello Suite II A minor](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/bach-cello-suite-ii-a-minor) - [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] Bach Cello Suite II in A minor In high and low versions. ⬅️ Back to Cello Suites overview [/spb_text_block] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="1/4" el_position="last"] My personal notes [/spb_text_block] [blank_spacer height="30px" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="no" pb_border_bottom="no" width="1/1" - [12-minute warmup](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/12-minute-warmup) - [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block title="Warmup the thorough one" pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] 12-minute warmup Yes, you got me! This is basically a carbon copy of the first part of Warmup the thorough one. But that means that it is just as relevant. And I made you click - [Trombone Starter February](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/trombone-starter-february) - This is your daily warmup routine for the month of February. - [Trombone starter May](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/trombone-starter-may) - [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] 5 Trombone starter MAY Enjoy this month's starter. Please read this foreword before digging in if you are new to the Trombone Starters series. [/spb_text_block] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="1/4" el_position="last"] My personal notes Metronome  Metronome Stopwatch [/spb_text_block] [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [blank_spacer - [Trombone starter June](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/trombone-starter-june) - Recently I had one of those days where embouchure felt a bit off. I played this mouthpiece exercise and was impressed with the result after just a few minutes. - [Trombone starter July](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/trombone-starter-july) - Recently I had one of those days where embouchure felt a bit off. I played this mouthpiece exercise and was impressed with the result after just a few minutes. - [Trombone starter August](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/trombone-starter-august) - Recently I had one of those days where embouchure felt a bit off. I played this mouthpiece exercise and was impressed with the result after just a few minutes. - [Trombone starter September](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/trombone-starter-september) - Recently I had one of those days where embouchure felt a bit off. I played this mouthpiece exercise and was impressed with the result after just a few minutes. - [Trombone starter October](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/trombone-starter-october) - Recently I had one of those days where embouchure felt a bit off. I played this mouthpiece exercise and was impressed with the result after just a few minutes. - [Trombone starter November](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/trombone-starter-november) - Recently I had one of those days where embouchure felt a bit off. I played this mouthpiece exercise and was impressed with the result after just a few minutes. - [Trombone starter December](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/trombone-starter-december) - Recently I had one of those days where embouchure felt a bit off. I played this mouthpiece exercise and was impressed with the result after just a few minutes. - [Trombone starter January](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/trombone-starter-january) - [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] 1 Trombone starter JANUARY Trombone Starters - a new approach to trombone warmup. Well, it’s neither new nor entirely my concept. But focusing on certain key areas during warmup is a great idea. Read the foreword below before you choose your trombone starter. Remember to leave some room for the - [Trombone starter MARCH](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/trombone-starter-march) - [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] 3 Trombone starter MARCH Enjoy this month's starter. Please read this foreword before digging in if you are new to the Trombone Starters series. [/spb_text_block] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="1/4" el_position="last"] My personal notes Metronome  Metronome Stopwatch [/spb_text_block] [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [blank_spacer - [Bach Cello Suites overview](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/bach-cello-suites-overview) - [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] Bach Cello Suite 1 & 2 in all keys Have you played Bach's Cello Suites on trombone? Besides being beautiful music, they are a great workout on the trombone. Here I have taken it a step further and transposed - [The Trombone Virtuoso (Simone Mantia)](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/the-trombone-virtuoso-simone-mantia) - [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] The Trombone Virtuoso (Simone Mantia) A trombone school written by Simone Mantia in 1919. Note: This file is public domain and not original digitaltrombone.com content. That means that it can be found elsewhere online too. Digitaltrombone.com does not - [Warmup](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/warmup) - [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] Warmup exercises Pick one of several warmups that suits you to make sure to start the day by making your chops are well-behaved. Chops do not always behave well out-of-the-box... Change warmup regularly... It is a good idea to - [Jazz etudes](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/jazz-etudes) - [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] Jazz etudes These jazz etudes are written for both jazz players and non-improvising trombone players. If you are a jazz player, these etudes will help you develop your skills and give you inspiration. Please DO steal licks and make - [Blazhevich Concert Duets for Trombone](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/blazhevich-concert-duets-for-trombone) - [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] Blazhevich Concert Duets for Trombone A selection of trombone duets by Blazhevich. I have not looked into this material, feel free to let me know how you like it. In case you were in doubt it is clearly stated - [Technische Übungen (Robert Müller-Hartmann)](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/technische-übungen-robert-müller-hartmann) - [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] Technische Übungen (Robert Müller-Hartmann) A selection of 36 trombone etudes by Robert Müller (1849-1909). Note: This file is public domain and not original digitaltrombone.com content. That means that it can be found elsewhere online too. Digitaltrombone.com does not - [Solostücke, Arien, Lieder und Konzerte für Posaune (Robert Muller)](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/solostücke-arien-lieder-und-konzerte-für-posaune-robert-muller) - [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] Solostücke, Arien, Lieder und Konzerte für Posaune Heft 1 (Robert Muller) A selection of short pieces for trombone compiled by Robert Müller (1849-1909). Music by Mozart, Beethowen, Schubert and many others. Note: This file is public domain and - [Triads](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/triads) - [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] Triads Triads are fundamental in most western music, regardless of genre. You should know all triads by heart in all inversions. And by knowing them, I mean both being able to play them without having to think, as well - [Pentatonic scales](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/pentatonic-scales) - [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] Pentatonic scales One could argue that pentatonic scales could sort under the general topic Scales, but I think they deserve their own space. They have a distinct yet familiar sound, are extremely versatile, and almost regardless of the key, - [Doodle Tonguing – Part 2](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/doodle-tonguing-part-2) - [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] Doodle Tonguing – Part 2 Basic exercises This is the second part in a series about doodle tonguing, and this time I want to share a few basic exercises to improve both speed and precision when using doodle tongue. - [Articulation](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/articulation) - [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] Articulation introduction Articulation is important for all wind players, but maybe especially for us trombone players. When both the other brass players and woodwind players press something to switch a note, we pull something. All those non-pulling wind players - [Telemann Fantasia overview](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/telemann-fantasia-overview) - [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] Telemanns Fantasia for Flute Edited for trombone In 1732-1733, Telemann wrote 12 beautiful pieces for solo flute, Fantasia 1-12. Music for flute on the trombone? Sure! Admittedly, I have transposed them down an octave. That took the original versions - [Breathing exercises](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/breathing-exercises) - [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] Breathing exercises Some claim that you need to breathe to stay alive. That might be, but more importantly: you need to breathe to play the trombone. And since you are using this site, one could probably argue that you - [Triad adventures](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/triad-adventures) - [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] Triad adventures These exercises will really help you hear every turnaround of the triad and will enable you to quickly shift focus from one triad to another. Start slow, use a metronome and play each pattern through a few - [Warmup the thorough one](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/warmup-the-thorough-one) - [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] Warmup the thorough one Warmup is like breakfast - the most important meal of the day. With this exercise, I will teach you how to eat a healthy breakfast. With this exercise, you get a really thorough warmup. I - [Creative warmup](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/creative-warmup) - [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] Creative warmup This one will force you to think a bit, hope that's ok. And make sure that your thinking doesn't come in the way of an overtone-rich sound and intonation. 1. Choose two intervals 2. Play the first - [Midrange Kickoff](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/midrange-kickoff) - [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] Midrange Kickoff This is a warmup beast that I have used a lot over the years. It takes some time and can be a bit boring, but it is time and boredom well spent. Focus on a smooth yet - [17-minute kickstart](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/basic-daily-warmup) - [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block title="Basic daily warmup" icon="or the 17-minute kickstart" pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] 17-minute kickstart - a basic daily warmup Let's face it. We don't always have time to spend 4 hours on warmup (hopefully never...!). This one takes exactly 17:32 minutes if you happen - [Doxy jazz etude](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/doxy-jazz-etude) - [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] Doxy jazz etude A very bluesy and tromboney solo written over Sonny Rollin's Doxy in Bb. Enjoy! Use the backing track below, and continue improvising when you run out of sheet music. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yDfDuo0JKog I highly recommend that you check - [Summertime jazz etude](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/summertime-jazz-etude) - [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] Summertime jazz etude A trombone solo written over Gershwin's Summertime in Dm. What I particularly love about Summertime, is that the chords are easy to get into your head so you can focus on great storytelling while improvising. [/spb_text_block] - [Rhythm Changes jazz etude](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/rhythm-changes-jazz-etude) - [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] Rhythm Changes jazz etude A trombone solo written over the classic chord progression from Take The Rhythm. About Rhythm Changes There are many ways to approach the chord progression when you improvise over rhythm changes. Here are some tips. - [Third Dilemma jazz etude](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/third-dilemma-jazz-etude) - [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] Third Dilemma jazz etude Here you have both the melody and a written out trombone solo written over the tune Third Dilemma from my first solo album Unborn. It is a plunger feast. In the intro, I play a - [Cherokee jazz etude](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/cherokee-jazz-etude) - [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] Cherokee jazz etude One of my personal up-tempo favorites to solo over is Ray Noble's Cherokee. I suggest you start at a medium tempo and work your way up. Rember that trombones are not allowed to play tempi over - [Triad adventures freestyling](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/triad-adventures-freestyling) - [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] Triad adventures freestyling This exercise is closely related to Triad Adventures. But in this one, you create your own adventure on the fly. Mix major and minor as you wish and follow the instructions in the sheet music below! - [Have You Met Miss Jones jazz etude](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/have-you-met-miss-jones-jazz-etude) - [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] Have You Met Miss Jones jazz etude A trombone solo written over the chords from Richard Rodger's Have You Met Miss Jones. I like the flow of this tune that lets you play long melodic lines over the A-sections - [On Green Dolphin Street jazz etude](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/on-green-dolphin-street-jazz-etude) - [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] On Green Dolphin Street jazz etude A solo written over the chords from On Green Dolphin Street by Bronisław Kaper. Before you get going, here is some inspiration. Sound quality is the opposite of the musical quality in this - [How Insensitiv jazz etude](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/how-insensitiv-jazz-etude) - [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] How Insensitiv jazz etude Jobim's How Insensitiv is one of my favorite bossa novas. Try to play this etude as smooth and legato as possible. Use the track below if you don't have a live rhythm section setup in - [Donna Lee jazz etude](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/donna-lee-jazz-etude) - [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] Donna Lee jazz etude Charlie Parker's Donna Lee as base for a jazz etude. Use the backing track below if you dare - it might be a bit fast, but it's a nice challenge. If you haven't heard Jaco - [Misty jazz etude](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/misty-jazz-etude) - [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] Misty jazz etude This jazz etude is based on the chords from the ballad Misty. Play it as a not-too-slow jazz ballad. [/spb_text_block] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="1/4" el_position="last"] My personal notes Metronome  Metronome [/spb_text_block] [blank_spacer height="30px" - [There Will Never Be Another You jazz etude](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/there-will-never-be-another-you-jazz-etude) - [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] There Will Never Be Another You jazz etude This jazz etude is based on the chords from the classic jazz standard There Will Never Be Another by Harry Warren. Play it on your own or use this backing track. - [Killer Joe jazz etude](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/killer-joe-jazz-etude) - [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] Killer Joe jazz etude This jazz etude is based on the chords from the classic jazz standard Killer Joe by Benny Golson. Use the backing track below to get that heavy swing feel. There is a 4-bar bass intro - [Take Five jazz etude](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/take-five-jazz-etude) - [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] Take Five jazz etude Despite having one beat too many in each bar, Paul Desmond's Take Five is a very cool jazz standard. This jazz etude is written over the same harmonies as Take Five. The backing track below - [Yardbird Suite](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/yardbird-suite) - [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] Yardbird Suite A trombone jazz etude This jazz etude is written over the chords from Yardbird Suite. This solo is written to fit the Yardbird Suite play-along track in the video below from Jamey Aebersold's album Vol. 6 Charlie - [Confirmation](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/confirmation) - [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] Confirmation A trombone jazz etude This jazz etude is written over chords from Bird's Confirmation. This solo is written to fit the Confirmation play-along track in the video below from Jamey Aebersold's album Vol. 6 Charlie Parker All Bird. - [Groove Merchant sax chorus for trombone](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/groove-merchant-sax-chorus-for-trombone) - [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] Groove Merchant sax chorus for trombone How come the saxes always get to play all the fun parts in big bands? Cool, beautiful, and hip melody lines, accompanied by an occasional “bap” or “do-bauw” from the brass section. Ok, - [Tip Toe trombone solo](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/tip-toe-trombone-solo) - [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] Tip Toe trombone solo If you are into big band music, you probably know Thad Jones. He is one of the all-time greatest arrangers and composers in that genre if you ask me. His work includes great tunes as - [My Little Suede Shoes](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/my-little-suede-shoes) - [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] My Little Suede Shoes A trombone jazz etude This jazz etude is written over chords from Bird's My Little Suede Shoes. This solo is written to fit the My Little Suede Shoes play-along track from Jamey Aebersold's album Vol. - [Thriving From a Riff (rhythm changes in Bb)](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/thriving-from-a-riff-rhythm-changes-in-bb) - [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] Thriving From a Riff A trombone jazz etude over rhythm changes in Bb This jazz etude is written over chords from Bird's Thriving From a Riff. This solo is written to fit the Thriving From a Riff play-along track from - [Dewey Square](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/dewey-square) - [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] Dewey Square A trombone jazz etude This jazz etude is written over chords from Charlie Parker's Dewey Square. This solo is written to fit the track Dewey Square found on Jamey Aebersold's album Vol. 6 Charlie Parker All Bird. Listen - [Ornithology](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/ornithology) - [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] Ornithology A trombone jazz etude This jazz etude is written over chords from Bird's Ornithology. This solo is written to fit the Ornithology play-along track from Jamey Aebersold's album Vol. 6 Charlie Parker All Bird. The jazz etude also sounds - [Donna Lee long version](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/donna-lee-long-version) - [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] Donna Lee A trombone jazz etude (long version) This jazz etude is written over chords from Bird's Donna Lee. This solo is written to fit the Donna Lee play-along track in the video below from Jamey Aebersold's album Vol. - [Scrapple from the Apple](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/scrapple-from-the-apple) - [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] Scrapple from the Apple A trombone jazz etude This jazz etude is written over chords from Bird's Scrapple from the Apple. This solo is written to fit the Scrapple from the Apple play-along track from Jamey Aebersold's album Vol. 6 - [Working on large intervals](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/working-on-large-intervals) - [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] Working on large intervals This exercise combines flexibility and articulation when working on playing large intervals with ease. Just a few millimeters... The distance between high notes and low notes is only a few millimeters. Moving the cheek a - [Major scales workout](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/major-scales-workout) - [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] Major scales workout Yihaa, 40 pages dedicated to major scales workout! At first glance, scale practicing might seem comparable to minimum wage work, but it pays off - way above minimum. Put the time needed into this, and you - [Major scales overview](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/major-scales-overview) - [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] Major scales overview Here is a simple cheat sheet with all the major major scales (I guess major major scales can be a thing...). You should know these major scales by heart in all keys: Ionian mode (standard major - [Minor scales overview](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/minor-scales-overview) - [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] Minor scales overview Here is a clear overview of all the major minor scales (that is major as in important...). You should know these minor scales by heart in all keys: Natural minor scale (Aeolian) Dorian minor scale - - [Minor scales: patterns with thirds and triads](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/minor-scales-patterns-with-thirds-and-triads) - [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] Minor scales: patterns with thirds and triads These minor scale patterns are adapted from the exercise Major scales workout. Here they are made a bit sadder. Still curious to find out why everybody agrees upon that minor scales and - [Chromatic scale patterns 1](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/chromatic-scale-patterns-1) - [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] Chromatic scale patterns 1 These patterns let you work on chromatic scales in groups of 3 and 4 notes. Playing all the exercises in a row will either kill you or give you chromatic chops of steel. I find - [Chromatic scale patterns 2](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/chromatic-scale-patterns-2) - [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] Chromatic scale patterns 2 These patterns combine triads and chromatic lines. They are seriously close to belonging to the category Jazz Patterns - if you like this exercise then check those out as well. Can you come up with - [Pentatonic scales in all keys](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/pentatonic-scales-in-all-keys) - [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] Pentatonic scales in all keys Pentatonic scales are very useful in lots of genres and on lots of different chords and chord progressions. Here you get a thorough pentatonic workout in all keys. Have you noticed that almost all - [Transposing pentatonic licks](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/transposing-pentatonic-licks) - [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] Transposing pentatonic licks A selection of useful pentatonic licks transposed in the circle of fourth. That way there is a logical harmonic development (more than with the circle of fifths). Also, the circle of fourth secures that range varies - [Transposing pentatonic licks with chromatic elements](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/transposing-pentatonic-licks-with-chromatic-elements) - [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] Transposing pentatonic licks with chromatic elements This exercise is a development of some of the patterns from the exercise Transposing pentatonic licks. The patterns have a chromatic element to them, making them both more challenging to play and potentially - [Bach Cello Suite II D minor (original key)](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/bach-cello-suite-ii-d-minor-original-key) - [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] Bach Cello Suite II in D minor (original) Bach's Cello Suite II in the original key of D minor in both high and low versions. ⬅️ Back to Cello Suites overview [/spb_text_block] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="1/4" el_position="last"] My - [Bach Cello Suite II C# minor](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/bach-cello-suite-ii-c-sharp-minor) - [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] Bach Cello Suite II in C# minor ⬅️ Back to Cello Suites overview [/spb_text_block] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="1/4" el_position="last"] My personal notes [/spb_text_block] [blank_spacer height="30px" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="no" pb_border_bottom="no" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] Download sheet music - [Bach Cello Suite II B minor](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/bach-cello-suite-ii-b-minor) - [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] Bach Cello Suite II in B minor ⬅️ Back to Cello Suites overview [/spb_text_block] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="1/4" el_position="last"] My personal notes [/spb_text_block] [blank_spacer height="30px" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="no" pb_border_bottom="no" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] Download sheet music - [Major tonic basic jazz patterns](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/major-tonic-basic-jazz-patterns) - [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] Major tonic basic jazz patterns These patterns are a useful inspiration when improvising over a major tonic chord or a major tonic 7 chord. The patterns are written out in all keys. Start by reading them in each key, - [Patterns without key](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/patterns-without-key) - [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] Patterns without a key - moving in seconds Transposing a pattern around on your instrument is a great challenge and a classic approach to creating interesting melodic material when improvising. Transposing patterns on the fly is not easy on - [Bach Cello Suite II F minor](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/bach-cello-suite-ii-f-minor) - [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] Bach Cello Suite II in F minor ⬅️ Back to Cello Suites overview [/spb_text_block] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="1/4" el_position="last"] My personal notes [/spb_text_block] [blank_spacer height="30px" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="no" pb_border_bottom="no" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] Download sheet music - [Bach Cello Suite II Eb minor](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/bach-cello-suite-ii-eb-minor) - [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] Bach Cello Suite II in Eb minor ⬅️ Back to Cello Suites overview [/spb_text_block] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="1/4" el_position="last"] My personal notes [/spb_text_block] [blank_spacer height="30px" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="no" pb_border_bottom="no" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] Download sheet music - [Bach Cello Suite II G# minor](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/bach-cello-suite-ii-g-sharp-minor) - [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] Bach Cello Suite II in G# minor ⬅️ Back to Cello Suites overview [/spb_text_block] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="1/4" el_position="last"] My personal notes [/spb_text_block] [blank_spacer height="30px" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="no" pb_border_bottom="no" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] Download sheet music - [Bach Cello Suite II F# minor](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/bach-cello-suite-ii-f-sharp-minor) - [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] Bach Cello Suite II in F# minor ⬅️ Back to Cello Suites overview [/spb_text_block] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="1/4" el_position="last"] My personal notes [/spb_text_block] [blank_spacer height="30px" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="no" pb_border_bottom="no" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] Download sheet music - [Bach Cello Suite II E minor](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/bach-cello-suite-ii-e-minor) - [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] Bach Cello Suite II in E minor ⬅️ Back to Cello Suites overview [/spb_text_block] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="1/4" el_position="last"] My personal notes [/spb_text_block] [blank_spacer height="30px" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="no" pb_border_bottom="no" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] Download sheet music - [Mike Stern lick in all keys](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/mike-stern-lick-in-all-keys) - [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block title="Warmup the thorough one" pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] Mike Stern lick in all keys Mike Stern is, despite not being a trombone player, is an amazing jazz musician. I stole this phrase from one of Mike's solos on a recording a few years - [Wichtl Trombone Concertino](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/wichtl-trombone-concertino) - [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] Wichtl Trombone Concertino [/spb_text_block] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="1/4" el_position="last"] My personal notes [/spb_text_block] [blank_spacer height="30px" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="no" pb_border_bottom="no" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] Download sheet music [/spb_text_block] [spb_raw_html width="1/1" el_position="first last"]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[/spb_raw_html] [blank_spacer height="30px" width="1/1" - [Blue Bells of Scotland](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/blue-bells-of-scotland) - [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] Blue Bells of Scotland A trombone classic. Is it your turn now? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YH6lcElZr-k [/spb_text_block] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="1/4" el_position="last"] My personal notes [/spb_text_block] [blank_spacer height="30px" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="no" pb_border_bottom="no" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] Download - [Trombone Vocalise No. 1 & 2 (Edgar Girtain IV)](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/trombone-vocalise-no-1-and-2-edgar-girtain-iv) - [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] Trombone Vocalise No. 1 & 2 (Edgar Girtain IV) [/spb_text_block] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="1/4" el_position="last"] My personal notes [/spb_text_block] [blank_spacer height="30px" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="no" pb_border_bottom="no" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] Download sheet music [/spb_text_block] [spb_raw_html - [Ferdinand David's Concertino for Trombone](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/ferdinand-davids-concertino-for-trombone) - [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] Concertino for Trombone Ferdinand David (1810-1873) One of the milestones in the classical trombone repertoire. Take a listen to Joe Alessi's performance. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CNlM598hkeg [/spb_text_block] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="1/4" el_position="last"] My personal notes [/spb_text_block] [blank_spacer - [Pentatonic scale patterns in all keys](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/pentatonic-scale-patterns-in-all-keys) - [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] Pentatonic scale patterns - in all keys This is the Big Bad Wolf of pentatonic scale patterns. You will find that a surprisingly large amount of them are actually very playable on the trombone. This must be a sign... - [All Of Me jazz etude](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/all-of-me-jazz-etude) - [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] All Of Me jazz etude A solo written over the chords from All Of Me. It is a classic song with an easily recognizable chord progression. This etude starts off easy, but don't let it fool you, the advanced - [Telemann Fantasia 1 in Eb major EASY](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/telemann-fantasia-1-in-eb-major-easy) - [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] Telemann Fantasia 1 in Eb major - EASY Transposed for trombone and simplified to be more playable by mortal trombone players. Some of the largest interval leaps have been removed and some of the phrases are simplified. ⬅️ Back - [Telemann Fantasia 1 in Eb major](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/telemann-fantasia-1-in-eb-major) - [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] Telemann Fantasia 1 in Eb major Transposed for trombone, keeps the range a bit more humane than the original key... ⬅️ Back to Fantasia overview [/spb_text_block] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="1/4" el_position="last"] My personal notes [/spb_text_block] [blank_spacer height="30px" - [Telemann Fantasia 2 in A minor EASY](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/telemann-fantasia-2-in-a-minor-easy) - [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] Telemann Fantasia 2 in A minor - easy version Original key edited for trombone and transposed an octave down. Written in bass clef. Take a listen - Fantasia 1 This is the original version, so it won't match the - [Telemann Fantasia 2 in A minor (original key)](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/telemann-fantasia-2-in-a-minor-original-key) - [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] Telemann Fantasia 2 in A minor (original key) The original key and version transposed an octave down. Written in bass clef. Click here for a simplified version edited especially for trombone. Take a listen - Fantasia 1 If you - [Telemann Fantasia 2 in D minor](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/telemann-fantasia-2-in-d-minor) - [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] Telemann Fantasia 2 in D minor Transposed to the key of D minor to better suit the range of the trombone. Written in bass clef. ⬅️ Back to Fantasia overview [/spb_text_block] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="1/4" el_position="last"] My personal notes - [Telemann Fantasia 2 in D minor EASY](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/telemann-fantasia-2-in-d-minor-easy) - [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] Telemann Fantasia 2 in D minor EASY Transposed to the key of D minor to better suit the range of the trombone. This edited version is somewhat easier than the original that was written for flute. ? Bass clef. - [Exploring major and minor triads](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/exploring-major-and-minor-triads) - [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] Exploring major and minor triads - starting on a given note There are 6 different major and minor triads you can play starting on any given note. Familiar yourself with the sound and feel of all the variations. First, - [Articulation basics](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/articulation-basics) - [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] Articulation basics Time to make sure your articulation is in place with good and uniform attacks. There is no rocket science involved in this exercise (either), just keep your focus on the one thing, ar-ti-cu-la-tion, and you'll be fine. - [If I Were A Bell Miles Davis solo](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/if-i-were-a-bell-miles-davis-solo) - [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] If I Were A Bell Miles Davis solo transcription From the album Relaxin' With The Miles Davis Quintet from 1956, Prestige Records. Miles Davis - trumpet John Coltrane - tenor saxophone Red Garland - piano Paul Chambers - bass - [Four Miles Davis solo transcription](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/four-miles-davis-solo-transcription) - [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] Four Miles Davis solo transcription Miles recorded several versions of this song. This take is with Miles Davis Quartet featuring Horace Silver on the piano, Percy Heath on bass and Art Blakey on drums. Can be heard on The - [Freddie Freeloader Wynton Kelly solo](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/freddie-freeloader-wynton-kelly-solo) - [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] Freddie Freeloader Wynton Kelly piano solo transcription As played on the album Kind Of Blue - still, maybe the best jazz album ever recorded. All other tracks on the album had Bill Evans on the piano. Wynton Kelly played - [Straight No Chaser Miles Davis solo](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/straight-no-chaser-miles-davis-solo) - [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] Straight, No Chaser Miles Davis solo transcription From the album Milestones from 1958 (Columbia Records). Miles Davis - trumpet Cannonball Adderley - alto saxophone John Coltrane - tenor saxophone Red Garland - piano Paul Chambers - bass Philly Joe - [Solar Miles Davis solo](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/solar-miles-davis-solo) - [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] Solar Miles Davis solo transcription From the album simply called Miles Davis Quintet from 1954 (Prestige Records). Solo (and sheet music) starts at 0:35 right after Miles played the theme. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UBrKSKME3Zc [/spb_text_block] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="1/4" el_position="last"] - [Bach Cello Suite I in G major (original key)](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/bach-cello-suite-i-in-g-major-original) - [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] Bach Cello Suite I in G major (original) Back to Cello Suites overview [/spb_text_block] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="1/4" el_position="last"] My personal notes [/spb_text_block] [blank_spacer height="30px" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="no" pb_border_bottom="no" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] Download sheet music - [Transcribed solos](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/transcribed-solos) - One of the best ways to become a great improviser is to play transcribed solos. Here are a variety of solos, either played by trombone players or edited for trombone. The list of solos is growing, so keep an eye on this category. - [Blues solo in all keys](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/blues-solo-in-all-keys) - [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] Blues solo in all keys Blues is an essential part of jazz soloing. Here you have a few choruses with jazz blues written especially for trombone. It starts in Bb and then gets transposed to Eb, Ab, Db, etc. - [Eight-tone scale triad patterns in Ab](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/eight-tone-scale-triad-patterns-in-ab) - [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] 8-tone scale triad patterns (in Ab) This exercise is also available in the (kind of) keys A and G. Click here to view the same patterns in A (and read the full description of the exercise) Click here to - [Eight-tone scale triad patterns in G](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/eight-tone-scale-triad-patterns-in-g) - [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] 8-tone scale triad patterns (in G) This exercise is also available in the (kind of) keys A and Ab. Click here to view the same patterns in A (and read the full description of the exercise) Click here to - [Nature Boy - Miles Davis Solo](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/nature-boy-miles-davis-solo) - Miles Davis's solo transcription from the album Blue Moods released back in 1955 by Debut Records. - [Freddie Freeloader Miles Davis solo](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/freddie-freeloader-miles-davis-solo) - Miles Davis's solo transcription as played on the album Kind Of Blue. Maybe the best jazz album ever recorded. - [Warmup: Getting back in business](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/warmup-getting-back-in-business) - Dig in and play this jazz blues etude in all keys! The focus is on playing phrases with 6ths in them. It is kind of a monster, and the play-along track (video above) is 16 minutes long. - [Basic II-V-I patterns using the major scale](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/basic-2-5-1-patterns-using-the-major-scale) - [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] II-V-I pattern 1: Basic II-V-I patterns using the major scale These 8-bar patterns land somewhere in between a jazz exercise and a jazz etude. First, play the patterns while looking at the sheet music. Then try to memorize them - [Flexibility: Maintaining a centered sound](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/maintaining-a-centered-sound) - [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] Flexibility: Maintaining a centered sound I spent quite some time with this exercise since I came up with it. I try to get into a zen-like state, letting the tones pour effortlessly out of my trombone. The key to - [So What Miles Davis solo](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/so-what-miles-davis-solo) - [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] So What Miles Davis and John Coltrane solo transcriptions From the album Kind Of Blue - heard of that one? This transcription consists of both Miles Davis' and John Coltrane's solo. That one is a beast on the trombone, - [Articulation endurance race](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/articulation-endurance-race) - This exercise will help you increase both speed and precision in articulation and attack. It is pretty substantial, you are forgiven if you play only a part of it. - [Articulation expanding range](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/articulation-expanding-range) - This one goes from friendly warmup to all-in chops-busting high-range large-interval monster. But as long as you don't exceed your limits, you will be just fine. I have divided the exercise into standard range and extended range. - [8-tone scales major triads a tritone apart PART 1](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/8-tone-scales-simple-kind-of-triad-patterns) - Here I want you to explore the relationship between two triads a tritone apart, for example, A and Eb. They work great together, especially when used in combination with a dominant chord. - [Take The A Train jazz etude](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/take-the-a-train-jazz-etude) - [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] Take The A Train jazz etude in C major A trombone solo written over Ellington’s Take The A Train. This etude is also available in Eb major. Play-along track 140 bpm https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=msjD-ZivCEM Play-along track 160 bpm with intro This - [II-V-I patterns using the bebop scale](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/2-5-1-patterns-using-the-bebop-scale) - [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] II-V-I patterns 3 & 4: II-V-I patterns using the bebop-scale Do not underestimate the power of the bebop scale. Here are some patterns with the quite useful and recognizable bebop-scale used on the dominant. The bebop scale is mostly - [Ear training with II-V-I progressions](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/ear-training-with-2-5-1-progressions) - [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] II-V-I patterns 9 & 10: Ear training with II-V-I progressions Can you hear the scent of the sharp eleven in a dominant chord? Having the theoretical knowledge that a F# is the sharp eleven in a C7 chord is - [Adding the VI dominant (II-V-I progressions)](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/adding-the-vi-dominant-ii-v-i-progressions) - [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] II-V-I pattern 2: Adding the VI dominant The basic II-V-I progression consists of G-7, C7, and Fmaj7 (in the key of F). A very common variation is to add the VI dominant, thus playing a II-V-I-VI progression: ||: G-7, C7, Fmaj7, D7 :|| This - [Articulation endurance race ALTERED SCALE](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/articulation-endurance-race-altered-scale) - This one is basically the same as the regular Articulation endurance race exercise. But using the altered scale will activate both your chops and ears! - [Articulation - Large intervals target practicing](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/articulation-large-intervals-target-practicing) - This one goes from friendly warmup to all-in chops-busting high-range large-interval monster. But as long as you don't exceed your limits, you will be just fine. I have divided the exercise into standard range and extended range. - [Night And Day jazz etude Eb major](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/night-and-day-jazz-etude-eb-major) - [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] Night And Day jazz etude in Eb major This jazz etude is based on the chords from the elegant jazz standard Night And Day. Like the song, part of the jazz etude is latin and part is swing. Play - [Take The A Train jazz etude Eb major](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/take-the-a-train-jazz-etude-eb-major) - [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] Take The A Train jazz etude in Eb major A trombone solo written over Ellington’s Take The A Train. This tune is mostly played in the key of C major, but Eb is quite common as well. Here is - [Jazz patterns](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/jazz-patterns) - [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] Jazz patterns for trombone Expanding your melodic vocabulary for improvising is a neverending task. Here you will find tons of patterns and exercises that will keep you busy for a long time. All patterns are written to fit the - [Scales overview](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/scales) - [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] Major & minor scales and beyond Knowing a C major scale is not about being able to play it up and down from C to C. Rather, consider it as a bunch of carefully selected notes that someone put - [Altered scale jazz licks](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/altered-scale-jazz-licks) - [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] Altered scale jazz licks Have you been working with the Altered scale patterns recently? As always with jazz licks, I recommend that you try them on first. Get to know them well. Then you adjust them to make them - [Eight-tone scale triad patterns in A](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/eight-tone-scale-triad-patterns-in-a) - [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] 8-tone scale triad patterns (in A) I like the 8-tone scale. Its symmetric structure gives it a special character, a character that is even more pronounced when you play patterns using this scale. If you dig into the 8-tone - [8-tone scales major triads a tritone apart PART 2](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/8-tone-scales-major-triads-a-tritone-apart-part-2) - This is the second part in the series of triads a tritone apart for dominant 7 chords using the 8-tone scale. - [Trigger that jazz](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/trigger-that-jazz) - Dig in and play this jazz blues etude in all keys! The focus is on playing phrases with 6ths in them. It is kind of a monster, and the play-along track (video above) is 16 minutes long. - [II-V-I patterns with chromatic elements](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/2-5-1-patterns-with-chromatic-elements) - [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] II-V-I pattern 8: II-V-I patterns with chromatic elements Playing chromatic from one note to another is the long scenic musical route – why take shortcuts? In this exercise, you find a bunch of examples on how to use chromatic - [Four bars II-V-I phrases](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/four-bars-2-5-1-phrases) - [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] II-V-I patterns 11-16: Four bars II-V-I phrases Time to play some music! These patterns will help develop your jazz vocabulary in all keys. When playing this exercise, you will find that some unfamiliar keys aren’t as challenging as they - [Extend your range on mouthpiece](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/extend-your-range-on-mouthpiece) - Recently I had one of those days where embouchure felt a bit off. I played this mouthpiece exercise and was impressed with the result after just a few minutes. - [Developing a rich sound with F attachment](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/developing-a-rich-sound-with-f-attachment) - Dig in and play this jazz blues etude in all keys! The focus is on playing phrases with 6ths in them. It is kind of a monster, and the play-along track (video above) is 16 minutes long. - [Repeating notes with trigger](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/repeating-notes-with-trigger) - Dig in and play this jazz blues etude in all keys! The focus is on playing phrases with 6ths in them. It is kind of a monster, and the play-along track (video above) is 16 minutes long. - [Playing high is easy (when you do it right)](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/playing-high-is-easy-when-you-do-it-right) - This is an important introduction to high-range trombone playing. Read it thoroughly, and then read it again soon. - [Extending Your Range With Mouthpiece](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/extending-your-range-with-mouthpiece) - Have you ever experienced a day when both your breathing and embouchure feel somewhat constrained and rigid? I have made this straightforward mouthpiece exercise as a starting point in such scenarios and was impressed with the results a!er just a few minutes. - [Flexibility: Annoyingly large intervals](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/3-large-intervals) - [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] Annoyingly large intervals These exercises are specifically designed to let you work on large intervals while avoiding the notes in between. Aim for perfection, not speed, when working on these exercises. Find a tempo that allows you to play - [Flexibility: Getting started](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/1-getting-started) - [spb_row wrap_type="content-width" row_bg_type="image" color_row_height="content-height" bg_type="cover" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" row_padding_vertical="0" row_padding_horizontal="0" row_margin_vertical="0" remove_element_spacing="no" inner_column_height="col-natural" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] Getting started These exercises might appear simple, but they are here for a good reason. Before moving on to the more technically challenging exercises in this book, it is essential to - [F-attachement and flexibility](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/f-attachement-and-flexibility) - Mastering flexibility and seamlessly incorporating the F attachment is both a challenge and a rewarding pursuit for trombone players. This exercise combines the two areas. - [High Range Endurance](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/high-range-endurance) - This is my take on Carmine Caruso's classic high-range endurance exercise. It's effective! - [Expanding High Range Using Good Articulation](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/expanding-high-range-using-good-articulation) - [spb_column width="2/3" el_position="first"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="no" pb_border_bottom="no" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] Expanding High Range Using Good Articulation This articulation and high-range exercise is designed to help you transition between ranges swiftly and effortlessly. The goal of this exercise is to minimize the changes needed when shifting from a high to a low range, and vice versa. Once you master playing high notes without using your body as a giant compressor, you'll be astonished at how minimal the adjustments truly are. Can you go from a pedal tone, or at least a note in the lowest row of fundamentals and one or two octaves up effortlessly? Mastering Multiple Ranges There is no point in having good high-note skills if you can only play in that range. Most of the trombone playing you do calls for a low or medium range, so it's important to be skilled in all ranges, and maintain a full and good sound throughout. Essential Techniques To master the trombone's full range, it's essential to maintain a consistent, rich sound across all ranges. Here are some key components that hint at the techniques required, without unveiling the full process: The role of the air column and its dynamics. The importance of positioning within the mouthpiece. The quality and speed of the airflow. Benefits Mastering the full range of the trombone, from the deepest lows to the piercing highs, is a journey that requires dedication, technique, and the right guidance. By understanding and implementing the core principles mentioned above, you are taking significant steps towards achieving a consistent and rich tone, irrespective of the note you're playing. This not only enhances your versatility as a player but also ensures that your performances are more dynamic and engaging. A trombonist who can seamlessly transition between ranges is in high demand in various music settings, from orchestras to jazz bands. Moreover, by focusing on the quality of sound across all ranges, you're also ensuring the longevity of your playing career, reducing strain, and promoting healthy playing habits. ➡️ See the rest of this trombone exercise and the sheet music [/spb_text_block] [/spb_column] [spb_column width="1/3" el_position="last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="no" pb_border_bottom="no" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] Want to access this trombone exercise? Start your 14-day trial [/spb_text_block] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="no" pb_border_bottom="no" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] Anders Larson Trombone player and founder of digitaltrombone.com Sign up for my newsletter and get a free 10-day trombone course. [/spb_text_block] [/spb_column] - [Flexibility: Working on speed](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/4-working-on-speed) - [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] Flexibility - working on speed https://youtu.be/1XW6wFjCavY Having good flexibility on your brass instrument is fundamental, and speed matters! In nearly every piece of music you perform, the flexibility skills honed in the practice room will come into play. It - [Flexibility: Lip trills](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/5-lip-trills) - [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] Lip trills More trilling than thrilling. Let's be honest: this exercise might not be the most fun you'll ever have with a trombone. But if you want to be top-notch bone player, some heavy lifting is required. Remember, footballers - [Flexibility: Moving around](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/10-moving-around) - [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] Moving around Time for some fun flexibility! I created these patterns to provide an alternative to the numerous play-on-every-position patterns. This approach also makes your flexibility practice sound somewhat like real music, albeit rather weird music. Many trombonists do - [High Range Flexibility](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/high-range-flexibility) - Combining trombone flexibility with high-range is a great combo. Aim for light and effortless phrasing. - [Flexibility skipping notes](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/flexibility-skipping-notes) - Flexibility skipping notes - avoiding the notes in between when playing larger intervals. - [Triad lip gymnastics](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/triad-lip-gymnastics) - Triads are fundamental regardless of genre. Get to know them well with this triad flexibility exercise. - [Stella By Starlight jazz etude](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/stella-by-starlight-jazz-etude) - [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] Stella By Starlight jazz etude A trombone solo based on the chords from Victor Young's Stella By Starlight. Great tune that can be played in almost any tempo from ballad to uptempo swing or latin. Enjoy! You can use - [Flexibility: Against the grain](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/against-the-grain) - [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] Flexibility against the grain When boredom fosters creativity — a strange sounding & tongue wrecking set of flexibility patterns! This exercise emerged from a moment of boredom I experienced while playing a basic flexibility pattern. The concept involves changing - [Major 7 and major 7#5 arpeggios on the trombone](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/major-7-arpeggios-on-the-trombone) - [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] Major 7 and major 7#5 arpeggios on the trombone These arpeggios are useful for an array of chords. Many of them are also quite comfortable to play on a trombone and will define a chord very well when used - [High Range Glissando](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/high-range-glissando) - This exercise doubles as a diagnostic tool. It will help you develop your high range while giving you a clear status on both your progress and today’s chops. - [To You Trombone Mashup (Thad Jones)](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/to-you-trombone-mashup-thad-jones) - [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] To You Trombone Mashup a big band ballad by Thad Jones Do you know the tune To You? It is a beautiful ballad composed by Thad Jones. But it is hard! Suggest playing this tune late in the second - [Using major 7 and major 7#5 patterns in jazz standards when improvising](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/using-major-7-and-major-75-patterns-in-jazz-standards-when-improvising) - [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] Using major 7 and major 7#5 patterns in jazz standards when improvising Take a look at this exercise to get a thorough introduction to how and why to use maj7 and maj7#5 patterns when you improvise. These patterns are - [Stella By Starlight jazz etude in A, D and G](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/stella-by-starlight-jazz-etude-in-a-d-and-g) - [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] Stella By Starlight jazz etude in A, D, and G Those are some violin-friendly keys. Are you ready to challenge yourself with these keys on your trombone? Luckily, A, D, and G are quite comfortable keys for the trombone. - [Stella By Starlight jazz etude in C, F and Bb](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/stella-by-starlight-jazz-etude-in-c-f-and-bb) - [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] Stella By Starlight jazz etude in C, F, and Bb Practice your Stella-skills in multiple keys! Stella By Starlight in Bb (orig) Stella By Starlight in Eb, Ab, and Db Stella By Starlight in F#, B, and E Stella - [Stella By Starlight jazz etude in Gb, B and E](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/stella-by-starlight-jazz-etude-in-gb-b-and-e) - [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] Stella By Starlight jazz etude in Gb, B and E These are the least Stella-friendly keys. And the most trombone-hostile keys as well - a great reason to go to work! Stella By Starlight in Bb (orig) Stella By - [Stella By Starlight jazz etude in Eb, Ab and Db](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/stella-by-starlight-jazz-etude-in-eb-ab-and-db) - [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] Stella By Starlight jazz etude in Eb, Ab, and Db Here you have the Stella By Starlight jazz etude with a combined total of 12 flats. Luckily no more than 5 flats at once... Stella By Starlight in Bb - [Largo from the Opera 'Xerxes' by Georg Friedrich Händel](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/largo-from-the-opera-xerxes-by-georg-friedrich-handel) - [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] Largo from the Opera 'Xerxes' by Georg Friedrich Händel Edited for trombone. Play it in G with string orchestra (video) or play it in Bb with piano. Both keys are in the sheet music below. https://youtu.be/uMlxM69ZJFA [/spb_text_block] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" - [10 Bone Voyage](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/10-bone-voyage) - [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] TO THE BONE DUETS 10 Bone Voyage Full book available here as pdf - free download for lifetime members. [/spb_text_block] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="1/4" el_position="last"] My personal notes Metronome  Metronome Stopwatch [/spb_text_block] [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [blank_spacer height="60px" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [portfolio_carousel - [Trombone starters foreword](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/trombone-starters-foreword) - Recently I had one of those days where embouchure felt a bit off. I played this mouthpiece exercise and was impressed with the result after just a few minutes. - [Major and Minor scales in thirds (easy to intermediate)](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/major-and-minor-scales-in-thirds-easy-to-intermediate) - Major and Minor scales in thirds (easy to intermediate) - [Ode To Joy (easy to intermediate)](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/ode-to-joy-easy-to-intermediate) - Ode To Joy (easy to intermediate). Composed by Ludwig van Beethoven - [Pomp And Circumstance](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/pomp-and-circumstance) - Ode To Joy (easy to intermediate). Composed by Ludwig van Beethoven - [Flexibility: Crescendo with control](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/2-crescendo-with-control) - [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] Crescendo with control Can you play a perfect crescendo in the middle and low range stretching from ppp to fff in one breath? This exercise should be considered as much a breathing exercise as it is a flexibility exercise. - [Maiden Voyage jazz etude](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/maiden-voyage-jazz-etude) - This jazz etude, written for trombones, is based on the chords of a beloved jazz standard. The difficulty ranges from easy to intermediate, gradually increasing throughout the etude. - [Footprints jazz etude](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/footprints-jazz-etude) - This jazz etude, written for trombones, is based on the chords of a beloved jazz standard. The difficulty ranges from easy to intermediate, gradually increasing throughout the etude. - [Autumn Leaves jazz etude](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/autumn-leaves-jazz-etude) - This jazz etude, written for trombones, is based on the chords of a beloved jazz standard. The difficulty ranges from easy to intermediate, gradually increasing throughout the etude. - [Trombone lesson: Let your chops do the work](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/trombone-lesson-let-your-chops-do-the-work) - [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] Trombone lesson: Let your chops do the work (not your body) The goal of this lesson is simple: to help you avoid unnecessary muscle force and instead focus on using correct air support for great sound and effortless playing. - [Impressions jazz etude](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/impressions-jazz-etude) - This jazz etude, written for trombones, is based on the chords of a beloved jazz standard. The difficulty ranges from easy to intermediate, gradually increasing throughout the etude. - [Blue Bossa jazz etude](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/blue-bossa-jazz-etude) - This jazz etude, written for trombones, is based on the chords of a beloved jazz standard. The difficulty ranges from easy to intermediate, gradually increasing throughout the etude. - [Summertime jazz etude](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/summertime-jazz-etude-2) - This jazz etude, written for trombones, is based on the chords of a beloved jazz standard. The difficulty ranges from easy to intermediate, gradually increasing throughout the etude. - [Watermelon Man jazz etude](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/watermelon-man-jazz-etude) - This jazz etude, written for trombones, is based on the chords of a beloved jazz standard. The difficulty ranges from easy to intermediate, gradually increasing throughout the etude. - [Song For My Father jazz etude](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/song-for-my-father-jazz-etude) - This jazz etude, written for trombones, is based on the chords of a beloved jazz standard. The difficulty ranges from easy to intermediate, gradually increasing throughout the etude. - [Satin Doll jazz etude](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/satin-doll-jazz-etude) - This jazz etude, written for trombones, is based on the chords of a beloved jazz standard. The difficulty ranges from easy to intermediate, gradually increasing throughout the etude. - [Blues in F jazz etude](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/blues-in-f-jazz-etude) - This jazz etude, written for trombones, is based on the chords of a beloved jazz standard. The difficulty ranges from easy to intermediate, gradually increasing throughout the etude. - [Cantaloupe Island jazz etude](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/cantaloupe-island-jazz-etude) - This jazz etude, written for trombones, is based on the chords of a beloved jazz standard. The difficulty ranges from easy to intermediate, gradually increasing throughout the etude. - [Doodle tonguing - introduction](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/doodle-tonguing-introduction) - [spb_row row_bg_type="image" parallax_image_height="content-height" parallax_image_movement="fixed" parallax_image_speed="0.5" parallax_video_height="window-height" parallax_video_overlay="none" row_overlay_opacity="0" width="1/1" el_position="first last"] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom="yes" pb_border_bottom="no" width="3/4" el_position="first"] Introduction to trombone doodle tonguing Seven steps crash course getting started with the fastest and smoothest legato tonguing in the world If you are a trombone player with some interest in jazz, chances are that you heard about doodle - [Bb blues jazz etude](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/bb-blues-jazz-etude) - This jazz etude, written for trombones, is based on the chords of a beloved jazz standard. The difficulty ranges from easy to intermediate, gradually increasing throughout the etude. - [Drones in all major and minor keys](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/portfolio/drones-in-all-major-and-minor-keys) - Ambient drone pads in all major and minor keys - these help you play in tune and relate to the key or mode you are working on. ## Course Notes - [Warmup](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/lds-course-notes/warmup-5) - My personal notes: - [Ode To Joy (easy to intermediate)](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/lds-course-notes/ode-to-joy-easy-to-intermediate) - My personal notes: - [Pentatonic scales in use](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/lds-course-notes/pentatonic-scales-in-use-2) - My personal notes:focus on the spelling chords, and which pentatonic scale to use in a 1-2-5- progression. - [Articulation endurance race ALTERED SCALE](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/lds-course-notes/articulation-endurance-race-altered-scale) - My personal notes: - [Expanding High Range Using Good Articulation](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/lds-course-notes/expanding-high-range-using-good-articulation) - Everything you do to ensure a good sound in the low and medium range should also be applied to the high range.All you need is (love):1. A slightly narrower air column exiting your lips (keep throat open)2. Aiming slightly downward in the mouthpiece3. Thinking faster (but still warm) air personal notes: - [Articulation expanding range](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/lds-course-notes/articulation-expanding-range) - My personal notes: - [Transposing pentatonic licks](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/lds-course-notes/transposing-pentatonic-licks) - My personal notes: - [Pentatonic scale patterns in all keys](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/lds-course-notes/pentatonic-scale-patterns-in-all-keys-3) - My personal notes: - [Warmup](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/lds-course-notes/warmup-4) - My personal notes: - [Scrapple from the Apple](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/lds-course-notes/scrapple-from-the-apple) - 1 Scrapple from the Apple - [Flexibility: Lip trills](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/lds-course-notes/flexibility-lip-trills) - My personal notes:100 BPM on 02/01/2023120 BPM on 02/03/2023 for D-F and aboveSame on 02/09/232302/19/2023 Bb to F at 84 F to Bb at 90 Bb to D at 110 D to F at 120 Eb to F# at 120 F# to Ab at 120 Ab to Bb - [Working on large intervals](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/lds-course-notes/working-on-large-intervals-2) - My personal notes:just to see if my notes are remembered. - [Articulation basics](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/lds-course-notes/articulation-basics) - Let the Air flow!!!!!!! - [Buzzing on lips and mouthpiece](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/lds-course-notes/buzzing-on-lips-and-mouthpiece) - My personal notes:Buzz right or go to bedYears ago, I occasionally did some lip buzzing trying to expand my high range. I once did this before a gig in the same dressing room as a really (as in really) good trumpet player, and he noted that I was able to lip buzz much higher than him. - [Doodle tonguing – introduction](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/lds-course-notes/doodle-tonguing-introduction) - Luft is Key for dobbel og trippel tunge. Jobb med å det til å låte likt du og gu - [Working on large intervals](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/lds-course-notes/working-on-large-intervals) - Bruk så lite muskler du kan mellom regitsterene. Hev kinnene når du spiller høyere - [Doodle Tonguing – Part 2](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/lds-course-notes/doodle-tonguing-part-2) - My personal notes:Of ookdu ul du uldeu eul deu eul - [Pentatonic scale patterns in all keys](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/lds-course-notes/pentatonic-scale-patterns-in-all-keys-2) - Mijn persoonlijke notities:pentatonische toonladders paterns !!!! pg 5 Fmzeer goederen - [Transposing pentatonic licks with chromatic elements](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/lds-course-notes/transposing-pentatonic-licks-with-chromatic-elements-2) - My personal notes: p 2 - [Basic triad workout Ga verder p 4/5](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/lds-course-notes/basic-triad-workout) - My personal notes: - [Exploring major and minor triads](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/lds-course-notes/exploring-major-and-minor-triads-3) - My personal notes: triad = drieklankzeer interessant !!ga verder p. 4 - [Summertime jazz etude](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/lds-course-notes/summertime-jazz-etude) - My personal notes: - [17-minute kickstart](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/lds-course-notes/17-minute-kickstart) - My personal notes: - [Midrange Kickoff](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/lds-course-notes/midrange-kickoff) - My personal notes:This is my favorite warm-up. Great for my stamina and tone center. - [Flexibility: Skipping notes](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/lds-course-notes/flexibility-skipping-notes) - My personal notes: test notities maken mfr!! - [Stella By Starlight jazz etude](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/lds-course-notes/stella-by-starlight-jazz-etude) - My personal notes: Stella by Starlight. 1st time but I like the licks. need to work reading the triplet figures more accurately without rushing. - [Exploring major and minor triads](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/lds-course-notes/exploring-major-and-minor-triads-2) - My personal notes: Exploring Major & Minor triads. Good for ear training and pitch especially in the low register. - [Transposing pentatonic licks with chromatic elements](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/lds-course-notes/transposing-pentatonic-licks-with-chromatic-elements) - My personal notes: Pentatonic scales patterns 1-5 backward and forwards legato. Next time staccato and faster. - [12-minute warmup](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/lds-course-notes/12-minute-warmup-2) - My personal notes:Mid range= wtf - [Pentatonic scale patterns in all keys](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/lds-course-notes/pentatonic-scale-patterns-in-all-keys) - metronomen påverkas av "scrolling" och kan inte användas. verkar gälla genomgående, vid olika övningar - [Pentatonic scales in use](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/lds-course-notes/pentatonic-scales-in-use) - or use the track below – vaddå? funkar inte personal notes: - [There Will Never Be Another You jazz etude](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/lds-course-notes/there-will-never-be-another-you-jazz-etude) - My personal notes: - [12-minute warmup](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/lds-course-notes/12-minute-warmup) - TEST NOTE BY ANDERS - [Exploring major and minor triads](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/lds-course-notes/exploring-major-and-minor-triads) - March 2, 2022: 20 min. triad workout - [Warmup](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/lds-course-notes/warmup-3) - My personal notes: - [Extend your range on mouthpiece](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/lds-course-notes/extend-your-range-on-mouthpiece) - My personal notes: Testing the personal notes. - [Flexibility: Against the grain](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/lds-course-notes/flexibility-against-the-grain) - My personal notes:These are a great way to warm up and to center on the pitch in each position as well as create more flexibility. - [Major scales workout](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/lds-course-notes/major-scales-workout) - Page 5 done - - [Warmup](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/lds-course-notes/warmup-2) - My personal notes: - [All topics – overview](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/lds-course-notes/all-topics-overview-2) - So this is the same notes for all exercises? - [All topics – overview](https://www.digitaltrombone.com/lds-course-notes/all-topics-overview) - My personal notes:1st time to try the exercises. Worked on Mouthpiece warm-up, a little flexibility, and some etudes (DOXY, A-Train, BLUES). 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