Trombone

Practice these steps 5 days a week, for at least 15 minutes each time. 

• Mouthpiece work: 

  • Buzz on the mouthpiece. Do low notes (slow air, relaxed lips) and high notes (fast air, tighter lip corners)

  • Attach the mouthpiece using a gentle twist and use the picture above to remind you how to hold the trombone.

• Lip Slurs: Play three notes Low-High-Low. 

  • In first position (slide all in). 

  • In second position (halfway to the bell).

  • In third position (slide at the bell).

  • In fourth position (slide out a bit more).