Trombone Reading Quiz 2

In what concert pitch is the tenor trombone pitched?

• Bb - non-transposing.

• C

• F

• Eb

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

• In, then twist.

• In, then pop.

• Twist as you place the mouthpiece in.

• Just put it in the lead pipe.

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

• Once a month.

• Twice a week.

• Twice a month.

• Once a week.

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

• 4

• 2

• 3

• 1

Where is the weight of the trombone supported?

• The left hand.

• The left shoulder.

• The right hand.

• 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 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.

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

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

• 50/50

• 60/40

• 25/75/

• 20/80

What should create the vibrations when playing the trombone?

• Lips.

• Sound.

• Air.

• Voice.

A good trombone embouchure should look...

• Very firm with a flat, pointed chin.

• Like all facial muscles are engaged.

• Natural and relaxed.

• Relaxed so that air can inflate the cheeks.

When first producing a sound on the mouthpiece/instrument, one good syllable to use would be...

• "WHO"

• "DEW"

• "POOH"

• "DUH"