SOLO D
Once you feel confident with the skills outlined in sessions 1-3, you will begin to work on the four (4) solo requirements: list A, B, C, and performer's choice (solo D) for the ABRSM Performance Grade Certification (Level 1). You are not required to audition for this certification - but we encourage you to do so if you wish!
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More information about ABRSM Performance Grade Certification.
At Level 1, we recommend at least two (2) practice sessions a week of comprehensive warm-ups and techniques in addition to your work on your level repertoire.
Note: The focus of these sessions is on building technique, rather than studying repertoire for level quiz-out.
00:02:31
Level 1-8
Associate Principal Trombone of the Queensland Symphony Orchestra, Ashley Carter, discusses how not to complicate breathing when playing the trombone.
00:05:22
Level 1-4
Buzzing on the mouthpiece can improve tone. A fun buzzing play-along featuring 3 simple exercises for beginners from concert F to low Bb.
00:06:29
Level 1-4
Trombonist Chris Washburne guides you through the warm-up techniques for playing the trombone. If you properly warm up each time, you'll find you develop stronger facial muscles, you'll enjoy greater endurance, and your tone will improve!
00:12:00
Level 3-8
This video discusses basic warm-up techniques with trombonist, Dr. Dyne Eifertsen, focusing on breathing and embouchure.
00:06:39
Level 1-4
In this video, trombonist Shawn Bell discusses the basics of tonguing and articulation on the trombone.
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