Trombones play an important role in orchestras, brass bands, jazz ensembles, and concert bands. It is used to balance the high tones of the trumpet with the rest of the other instruments. As a member of the brass family, trombones are made different from other wind instruments with the slide. It's a chromatic instrument and has no button. Thus, playing the trombone instrument demands much accuracy and control.
The basic trombone is the standard Bb tenor trombone. It can be pitched in Bb which is common in many styles of music. Straight trombones enjoy great popularity among beginners due to their light weight and great value for money. Besides, some people love its open sounding. The performer also likes the freedom to blow with only 2 bends on the trombone.
The tenor trombone with valve attachment has a similar size as the standard one. However, it has a larger bore and bell which can produce a louder sound. To make sure it sounds full, more air is needed when playing it. An extra tubing and a valve aid extend the range with lower keys and support fast playing. Although the extra tubing is heavier in weight, performers who cannot reach the end of the slide would choose it due to the efficiency in performing.
The bass trombone is bigger in size, with the diameter of the bell ranging from 9.5 to 11 inches. Some bass trombones have 1 valve, and more common ones have 2 valves. They produce a lower and mellower tone.
The alto trombone is becoming more popular. It is shorter, smaller, and lighter than the normal one.
Many youngsters and parents bought for their kids to get the fun in blowing the trombone. There are various trombone instrument types, including valve trombone, piccolo trombone, soprano trombone, contrabass trombone, jazz trombone, and plastic trombone. They vary in functions, uses, playing style, quality, and price. Feel free to explore on Alibaba.com for more choices.
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