Trombone How-To Videos

Watch the videos below and follow along to learn how to assemble your trombone, hold it properly with your left and right hands, and create a clear sound.

Trombone1Assembly.mp4

1. Trombone Assembly

Trombone2Care.mp4

2. Trombone Care

Trombone3MPPlacement.mp4

3. Mouthpiece Placement

Trombone4MPSounds.mp4

4. Mouthpiece Sounds

Trombone5MPSirens.mp4

5. Mouthpiece Sirens

Trombone6PostureHands.mp4

6. Posture and Hand Positions

Trombone7FullInstrument.mp4

7. Full Instrument Sound

Trombone Embouchure

Trombone Embouchure- Student Reference Sheet.pdf

Trombone Embouchure Student Reference Guide

Use the checklist on the left to work on your trombone embouchure.

Always start practicing your embouchure with the mouthpiece first before assembling your entire trombone.

Remember, it will take lots of practice and patience before you get a clear sound on your trombone!

Use the pictures below to guide you in creating proper trombone embouchure! Remember, embouchure means the way in which a player applies the mouth to the mouthpiece.

Trombone Slide Positions

B-flat

C

D

E-flat

F

Trombone Band Resource Book

*Trombone Quick Guide Book + Daily Warm-Ups

Trombone Play-Along Tracks

Famous Trombone Players

Melba Liston

A famous trombonist and composer who helped change jazz music. She was one of the first women to play the trombone in a big way, working with musicians like Dizzy Gillespie and Count Basie.

Trombone Shorty

A contemporary musician who blends jazz, funk, and rock, Trombone Shorty is known for his energetic performances and innovative style.

Carl Fontana

Renowned for his smooth tone and incredible technique, Fontana was a highly influential jazz trombonist who played with many big bands and jazz ensembles.

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