Thus, the copland fanfare shown above is for 3 trumpets, 4 horns, 3 trombones, no euphonium, 1 tuba and tympani. Get the guaranteed lowest prices, largest selection and free shipping on most soprano trombones at musicians friend. Remember that slide trumpet is just a smaller tenor trombone, so all the scales will be in the same positions as a tenor just up an octave. The key difference between these two instruments is that the slide trumpet possesses only a single slide joint, rather than the double slide joint of the sackbut trombone. If anyone knows whether these two instruments are indeed identical, please visit talk. Jan 05, 20 slide trumpetsoprano trombone slide position chart. Please note that the soprano trombone, or slide trumpet. The jp039 bb slide trumpet is a well engineered and lightweight bb slide trumpet, sometimes known as a mini or soprano trombone. Since this instrument is kind of a trombone trumpet hybrid, i got books for trumpet and trombone by arban.
The deg soprano trombone shown in the pictures above has a very narrow distance from one slide tube to the next. While it isnt often used in orchestras because the sound is less open than that of a standard slide trombone, a valve trombone is useful for tackling fast passages, which can prove challenging with a slide. This answer was conceived with an air of irreverence and aimed at an asker who is unfamiliar with the subject matter, one who had perhaps seen the youtube video of the peanut vendor and thought about writing something in the same. This elegant trombone also comes complete with a lightweight foambody. Trumpet vs cornet, and why its important trumpet planet.
Trombone is a brass instrument containing a long cylindrical metal tube with two turns and a movable slide. Brand new eb alto trombone w case and mouthpiece gold lacquer finish. Either player can make it work though, and the slide vs valves makes for a very interesting voice in the trumpet register. The new model 150 soprano trombone from kanstul will be on display at itg in minneapolis this month. Soprano trombone sometimes confusingly called a slide trumpet because it has a trumpet mouthpiece and playes in the trumpets range an octave higher than a tenor trombone. The alto trombone, usually pitched in eb, is having a renaissance, and can be found in many symphony and chamber orchestras and trombone choirs. The only places were i can see a slide trumpet soprano trombone used are in. The doubleslide contrabass trombone has less resistance than a tuba, but takes more air to produce a. Purchasing a slide trumpetsoprano trombone view topic. There is no separate number for bass trombone, but it can generally be assumed that if there are multiple trombone parts, the lowest part canshould be performed on bass trombone. So, youll need to use the tenore tbone method books to learn to play the thing.
Torbjorn soprano trombone project home torbjorn hultmark. It uses a standard trumpet mouthpiece, and aside from the technique of the slide over valves, the sound is almost indistinguishable from that of. Mendini by cecilio bb tenor slide trombone, gold with 1 year warranty, tuner, pocketbook and. Of all the videos ive seen, ive only seen one guy that could make this instrument sound good. Another plus is that although very little music is written for it, you can play trumpet music, and trombone music so thats really cool. Eventually, the slide trumpet evolved into the sackbut, which evolved into the modernday trombone. Now what music book would i use to learn the notes. There are several types of slide trumpet of different places and eras. First impressions of jinbao soprano trombone slide trumpet. Miraphone 63 soprano trombone slide trumpet woodwind. Is there any difference between a soprano trombone and a. Here is the difference between the soprano trombone and the slide trumpet. Rather than a slide, the valve trombone features keys similar to those on a trumpet. Valves are best for agility and righton intonation, while the slide can be used more expressively, creating effects that take years to develop on trumpet.
A regular trombone mouthpiece on the left and the hybrid crossover trombone to trumpet piece on the right. Mostly we use the tenor or bass trombone, but other sizes are used on occasion. Trumpet is a valved brass instrument having a cylindrical tube with two turns. Many people will incorrectly refer to a soprano trombone as a slide trumpet because. A true slide trumpet is a baroque instrument, very different from a soprano trombone which is essentially a slide trumpet or slide cornet, in range and general sound although all three have a different sound, theyre very close. I recieved a jupiter slide trumpet or soprano trombone as a gift also in bb. There is the bass trombone, tenor trombone, alto trombone, soprano trombone slide trumpet, and piccolo trombone. Brand new bb mini trombone wcase and mouthpiece gold lacquer finish. Those who wish to pick nits are thus technically correct in doing so, but its largely a pedantic distinction. Either player can make it work though, and the slide vs valves makes for a very interesting voice in the trumpet. The trombone family, like other instrument families, includes all the voices of the vocal choir.
Sometimes confusingly called a slide trumpet because it has a trumpet mouthpiece and playes in the trumpets range an octave higher than a tenor trombone. The intonation problems on the soprano tbone are going to kick your butt for a little while, so have patience. It is the only wind instrument written in the alto clef. The alto trombone is one of the smaller members of the brass family. Our soprano trombone sings beautifully across its register. Jupiter 314l soprano trombone slide trumpet woodwind. The soprano trombone s high pitch and narrow, tight embouchure usually prompt bandleaders to assign its playing to a trumpeter, albeit at the risk. To have an understanding of what was happening here, you first have to know what a slide trumpet is. Slide trumpetsoprano trombone slide position chart. Need advice on purchasing a slide trumpetsoprano trombone.
John packer bb slide trumpetsoprano trombone gold lacquer. The soprano trombone is a curious little instrument. Other similar instruments trombones were long ago used for soprano and alto parts it seems that trombones were been made in a variety of ranges approximating the ranges of the human voice, and at one time there were soprano, alto, tenor, and bass trombones. Soprano trombone slide trumpet outfit the jp039 bb slide trumpet is a well engineered and lightweight bb slide trumpet, sometimes known as a mini or soprano trombone. Dec 21, 2014 after reading a rather amusing online forum debating in gentlemanly fashion whether the instrument discussed in this video is a trombone or a trumpet, i was motivated to create this video to help. Apparently the limitations and abilities of both instruments prevented the two players from being able to compete by playing the same music, which in itself demonstrates the point that im trying to make.
You do realize that the soprano trombone slide trumpet is one full octave higher than the tenor trombone, right. Oct, 2007 the trombone also has a slide, which makes tons of things possible that you cant do on a trumpet, the only disadvantage is when you want to try to play in tune you need to be more careful. The model 63 soprano trombone slide trumpet features a. The slide trumpet is a type of trumpet that is fitted with a slide much like a trombone. In his book trumpet crispian steeleperkins tells a story of a slide trumpet vs cornet battle that took place in new york in 1834. The modern bass trombone is the same length as a tenor trombone, but typically has two valves, one pitched in f and one in g when combined, these valves put the instrument into d. John packer jp039 bb slide trumpet jp musical instruments. I discuss some of the aspects of doubling or tripling on trumpet and trombone, the. As a trumpet player you are used to playing a concert bb scale and know that is the key of c on the trumpet.
Trying to sell a slide trumpet yes, actually soprano. The jp039 b b slide trumpet is a well engineered and lightweight b b slide trumpet, sometimes known as a mini or soprano trombone owing to its small size, this versatile instrument is sometimes used as an introduction to playing the trombone as it. Like the trumpet, the trombone is considered a cylindrical bore instrument since it has extensive sections of tubing, principally in the slide section, that are of unchanging diameter. A slide trumpet is a different instrument altogether. Definitely more useful and fun than it is given credit for. I started playing slide trumpet on a few tunes, and people would always. The soprano trombone in particular has been historically referred to as a slide trumpet in certain cases, it was a novelty of louis armstrongs however, the name slide trumpet more accurately refers to certain natural trumpets in the medieval through baroque periods that had slide elements to their construction. The most frequently encountered trombones today are the tenor and bass.
It has a tone almost identical to a standard bb valve trumpet. It is pitched at the exact same range as a standard bflat trumpet and one octave above the tenor trombone, and therefore is often called a slide trumpet. What is the correct way to notate a soprano trombone part. Owing to its small size, this versatile instrument is sometimes used as an introduction to playing the trombone as it. Quality silver nickel slide trumpet bb key soprano trombone horn with case product description this is a brand new great looking and sounding slide trumpet, have a good sound,key of bb suitable for the student to the professional musical player.
A slide trumpet is a baroque instrument that comes with a. Armstrong and keppard would have used the soprano trombone to play big, slow, balladlike passages, because this is what the instrument is suited for, and because the cornet and early fake trumpet the modern trumpet is really a cornet designed to imitate the sound of a real trumpet which emerged at this time were smallbore horns with small. Some sort of gimmick with a dixieland band or a similar ensemble part of a trombone choir as the soprano trombone. These soprano bones slide trumpets are a challenge, trumpet players will find slide work foreign and bone players will find range difficult initially. The similarities between the soprano trombone and the trumpet result in some people referring to the soprano trombone as a slide trumpet. I am a pianist and have studied acoustics so i think i can find my way on the instrument.
Alto trombones are somewhat common, but i dont know how often they use sopranos. Modern contrabass trombones are constructed in f and b. This instrument is really a soprano trombone but sold as a slide trumpet by the manufacturer. Fill out the trombone choir in style with kanstuls model 150 bb soprano trombone. Owing to its small size, this versatile instrument is sometimes used as an introduction to playing the trombone as it can be held by those with small hands. Jinbao gold bb slide trumpet bb soprano trombone horn leather case free shipping. The quality german construction makes this the perfect instrument for moravian trombone music. The facts of the case are that it is a valveless brass instrument in bb that is equipped with a slide and that uses a trumpet mouthpiece.
In fact, it is trumpet players, rather than trombonists, who will be playing this instrument. The soprano trombone has the exact same pitch as the the bflat trumpet, and it can be played by those who play trumpets as well. Does any one know of any good instruction or music books for this instrument. Quality silver nickel slide trumpet bb key soprano trombone. Soprano trombone article about soprano trombone by the free.
Circa 1450, the first trombone posaune, sackbut got made. Is it the same as a tenor trombone, because if so, would it be on the same spot on the treble clef as it is for bass clef, for example, would an e on trombone be e on slide. This horn was generally unsatisfactory with players, being unwieldy and incredibly taxing to play. First off, just to clarify, you have a soprano trombone, not an alto. Unfollow soprano trombone to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. Getzen bflat slide trumpet national museum of american. Modern soprano trombone slides are short and often have only six positions rather than seven and built with a bore size of between 0.
It will be a fun and entertaining stunt instrument for either a trumpeter or a trombonist. After reading a rather amusing online forum debating in gentlemanly fashion whether the instrument discussed in this video is a trombone or a. This elegant trombone also comes complete with a lightweight foambody case for safe, secure, and easy handling whilst traveling. The soprano trombone is also called a slide trumpet, although the latter term also applies to a historical instrument with a threeposition slide used primarily in england in the 19th century. The true slide trumpet was a historical instrument common in england in the 19th century, having only three positions instead of the seven positions the soprano trombone has. The name trombone is derived from the words big trumpet, and that description holds true for the soprano trombone. It is a bflat slide trumpet made of brass and nickel plate. Itty bitty bone soprano tromboneslide trumpet youtube. Difference between trumpet and trombone compare the. I had at least two bach brass instrument catalogs, ranging from the late 70s to the mid 80s, that listed it.
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