Trombone Reading Quiz

In what concert pitch is the tenor trombone pitched?

• D

• F

• C

• Eb

When placing the mouthpiece in the trombone lead pipe, it is a good idea to have the students think

• In then twist.

• Twist as you place the mouthpiece in.

• In then pop.

• Just put it in the lead pipe.

When removing the mouthpiece from the trombone lead pipe, students should think

• Straight out.

• Twist then out.

• Just leave it in for the next time you play.

• Twist and shout.

In general, how often should slide lubricant be applied to the trombone slide?

• Once a month.

• Twice a month.

• Twice a week,

• Once a week.

Other than the thumb, how many fingers in the right hand should be holding the slide brace?

• 4

• 3

• 2

• 1

Where is the weight of the trombone supported?

• The left hand.

• The right hand.

• The left shoulder.

• The right shoulder.

When holding the trombone,

• The student should lean down and greet the mouthpiece while lifting the instrument into position.

• The student should sit in the proper posture and bring the instrument up to his/her face.

• The student should start with the bell of the trombone on his/her left knee, then bend down to place the embouchure on the mouthpiece, then lift the instrument up to playing position.

In general, the angle of the trombone should be

• Straight out in front of the student.

• Lowered to a 45 degree angle to the body of the student.

• Raised slightly above level.

• Lowered slightly below level,

When holding the trombone properly, the elbows should be

• Straight out and level with the instrument.

• Snugged up against the students body.

• Relaxed and away from the body.

• The right elbow higher than the left elbow.

In general, what should the ratio of top to bottom lip be in the mouthpiece?

• 50/50

• 60/40

• 20/80

• 40/60