An interesting combination of textbook and exercise book to help both aspiring players and teachers, by veteran Diva trombonist Linda Landis.
"After over 50 years of private teaching of hundreds of students, professional playing in big bands, combos, numerous pit orchestras, recording sessions, tours with the DIVA Jazz Orchestra, backing many artists on lead and bass trombone such as Frank Sinatra, Jr., and 18 years with the Columbus Jazz Orchestra, this book is a result of finding an easier way to do things, a better way to address the issues of aging chops regarding warm ups and flexibility, and most importantly, the improvement of air flow in a very easy, simple, non-stressful, yet effective way. Improving high range along with the original focus of air flow became an unexpected pleasure of the air flow exercises. The exercises have been designed for any level of trombone player with a few challenges for more advanced trombonists, especially bass trombonists. Along with the exercises, I hope you enjoy the tips I’ve provided throughout the text of the book that I’ve learned over my career of 50+ years of teaching and performance that will help with your overall musicianship and care of your best friend."
I found the exercises very useful in improving smooth and even toned lip and natural slurs through all registers. Breath control improved along with teaching how to alleviate tension. Bass and beginner trombonists are catered for too. (Great for doublers.)
The challenges for more experienced players and warm-up exercises are an added bonus.
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Philip Kelley
Useful studies.
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Jason Potts
By far the most freeblowing mute I've ever played on
By far the most freeblowing mute I've ever played on. The 2nd movement of Tomasi doesn't suck to play anymore.
Morningstar TENOR Trombone Cup Mute
Ton van Bemmel
My first impression of the book Trombone21 is great
My first impression of the book is great. The music included makes the book complete.
However, the book is a huge challenge for me. I have learned the tenor clef in the past, but not having used it at all since, so that is the first challenge.
I started practicing last week, July and August is the holiday period.
Furthermore, I love challenges; I am an amateur, and I have no other instrument available besides my tenor trombone. But that shouldn't be a problem.
I am happy with this book; I am going to use it with other practice material.
Van Hof/Jarvis: Trombone21
Anonymous
The composition is great
The composition is great. However, the engraving is sloppy. More attention to detail is necessary. Dynamics are not vertically aligned, some measures are too wide while others are to small making the notation hard to read. Also, multi-measure rests should be used more often. There were none in this piece and it could have used some. I had an issue with the file and I contacted customer service. The issue was resolved quickly, so the customer service was great!
Susan Mutter: Ages for French Horn or Trombone and Piano
Ole Herman Larsen
As always I simply like the text in her books
As always I simply like the text in her books. Tons of experience shared with great insight. Prescriptions on how to execute the exercises is a game changer and I would recommend both her books to all my trombone friends. These books are important for getting the basics in order, sound, air-flow, breathing, relaxation and endurance just to mention a few great tips for taking your playing to next level. Dimply great books
Linda Landis: Flying High With Flow Studies and More
Stephen Haynes, MSW
The Arrival of Something Truly Unique in Bucket Mutes
I have been following the design process of this entry into the bucket mute family for some time. Love the fact that is driven by active professional performers. My feeling is that is is a NEW take on the 'traditional' bucket. Rather than filling the mute chamber with dampening material, the design team developed a SONIC DIFUSER that, along with the overall design components, makes this a completely unique interpretation that remains rooted in tradition.
Superior, design and build/materials. EASE OF USE -easy on/off. And the maker worked with me to ensure a proper bell fit with my large bell - and communication throughout the order process was nimble, responsive and efficient. Not for nothing, affordably priced.
The arrangement is great, but the website states that the PDF comes in both mixed-clef and bass-clef versions. Only the mixed-clef version (alto and tenor clefs) was included.
