Trombone/Baritone Lesson 3

What is the purpose of "tonguing" when playing an instrument?

• To make the instrument louder.

• To change the pitch of a note.

• To start a note clearly.

• To sustain a note longer.

When saying the word "too" to practice tonguing, where should your tongue touch in your mouth?

• The bottom of your mouth.

• The very tip behind your top teeth.

• The back of your throat.

• The roof of your mouth in the middle.

What is the primary characteristic of playing "connected" notes?

• Each note is played with a distinct pause in air.

• The air stream does not stop between notes.

• The notes are played very softly.

• The notes are played at a very fast tempo.

What common mistake do young players often make when trying to play connected notes?

• They use too much air, making the sound too loud.

• They stop the air stream between notes, making them sound separated.

• They don't move their tongue enough.

• They play too slowly, losing the connection.