0:00 - 1:45: How to Open the Case
1:45 - 4:03: How to Assemble the Trombone
4:03 - 7:48: How to Hold the Trombone
7:48 - 8:20: How to Take Apart the Trombone
8:20 - 8:50:How to Put the Trombone Away
8:50 - 10:34: Review
Hold the Bell in your Left Hand and Slide in your Right Hand
Once assembled, the Bell and Slide should make an “L” with the Bell on the left side, and the Slide on the bottom
Set the mouthpiece shank (small end) into your mouthpiece receiver (leadpipe)
Give the mouthpiece a TINY bit of pressure and a quarter twist - that’s it!
Remove it the opposite way with a quarter twist backwards & lift
Free practice studio that comes with the book you purchased (click on the "watch the video" button for instructions):
Trombone silent practice mute:
Use your tongue to "Too" the notes while you buzz. Memorize D, Eb, F. C, Bb, G, A and Ab. Use the Green box at the top of the page for fingerings.
Use the Slide position/Notes Flash Cards to help you memorize: