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Trombone Mutes: The Basics (For Composers)
This is intended as a resource for anyone considering writing music that utilizes trombone mutes. In future posts I will go through each type of trombone mute individually and talk about its quirks and uses, here I will explore the…
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Trombone Mutes: What Not To Do
I like the sound of muted brass. Adding mutes gives brass players a broader range of colors and makes the instrument more flexible. I have, however, met plenty of trombonists who think otherwise: “I’ve worked for years perfecting my tone,…
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Practice Makes…
I’ve recently been giving a great deal of thought to practicing and the things that I’ve heard from other musicians through the years regarding it. I figured it might be useful to collect them together here. Comment below with your…