pBone Music pBone Trombone - Black (2024)

FAQs

Is trombone a string instrument? ›

The trombone is a member of the brass family of instruments.

The trombone is unique! Instead of having valves like the rest of the brass instruments, the trombone uses a metal slide to change the sounds. A standard trombone is made of long, slender metal tubing.

Piccolo trombone

Highest instrument of the trombone family. Effect instrument for German Brass arrangements. Bore: 11.00 mm / 0.433 in.

The trombone is a unique instrument in that it is a brass instrument that uses a slide instead of valves to change the pitch. This means that players must develop a strong sense of pitch and intonation, as well as good breath control and embouchure.

Is trombone easy to learn? The answer depends on your dedication and commitment. While it may not be the easiest instrument to master, it's achievable with consistent practice and guidance.

That's because they are some of the loudest instruments in decibels. For reference, here is a list of the loudest musical instruments and their decibel levels: Trombone: 85 – 114 dB. Clarinet: 85 – 114 dB.

Whether it's in the form of a symphony, marching band, brass ensemble, concert band, or jazz band, the trombone always is always heard and enjoyed. It's not an easy instrument to play, but with some practice and passion, you'll be on your way to being a formidable player!

Those who know how to play both instruments tend to think that the trumpet is easier to learn, but enjoy playing the trombone because of the sheer amount of playing opportunities available to them. From ska bands to professional marching bands, trombonists are almost always in demand.

Instrument Specific Care and Maintenance Tips

Never use Vaseline for anything on your brass instrument because Vaseline will mix with the water and oil and congeal, eventually sludging up the valves. You can clean the tuning slides with a snake brush and the valve casings with a valve casing brush.

There are some pedagogical solutions to problems that will help your trombones sound better. The most common problems are: improper use of the air, poor embouchure and tension in the body, followed by improper articulation, poor coordination between the tongue and the slide, and damaged and/or poor equipment.

Antique trombones usually continue to have great sound quality. It's like you're playing history when you hold an antique or vintage trombone in your hands and mouth.

What is a trombone classified as? ›

The trombone is a brass horn musical instrument. It is similar to a large trumpet, except the player pushes and pulls on its slide to change the length of the tube.

Some string instruments are mainly plucked, such as the harp and the electric bass. Other examples include the sitar, rebab, banjo, mandolin, ukulele, and bouzouki. In the Hornbostel–Sachs scheme of musical instrument classification, used in organology, string instruments are called chordophones.

Trombone. The trombone is the only instrument in the brass family that uses a slide instead of valves to change pitch. A standard trombone is made of long thin brass pipes.