A River Runs Through It
by Mike Becker Playing with a smooth legato is a challenging style for trombonists, but it’s not as hard to achieve with a little help from some creative metaphors. When Continue Reading →
Game of Opposites
I was thinking the other day about how playing an instrument, the trombone in particular, is remarkably similar to the golf swing in the fact that both obey the rules Continue Reading →
J and K Talk More Trombone History
The following is a continuation of a discussion started last month between Ken Shifrin and Jay Friedman on the history of orchestral trombone writing and use of the alto trombone. Continue Reading →
J and K Talk Trombone History
The following article is a discussion between Jay Friedman and Ken Shifrin which was initiated as a follow up to last month’s article on the alto trombone. Thanks to Ken for Continue Reading →
To Alt or Not To Alt?
Occasionally I get a question about the use of the alto trombone in symphonic repertoire. There are many questions regarding the original intent of the composer as to the use Continue Reading →