[Trombone-l] 11 challenging 2nd trombone orchestral excerpts

[Michael Sanders]

Second and third parts are essential parts of the music in all orchestras and symphonic bands.  I went 47 years without playing until the opportunity presented itself here in Utah.  I found that playing third was too difficult for me and have been playing second trombone since then.  I remember in high school everyone wanted to play the first part and there was a lot of jealousy so I switched instruments and played baritone my last year.  I find nothing wrong with playing the second part.  It is challenging and I enjoy it. 

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11 challenging 2nd trombone orchestral excerpts

I want to dispel this common misconception that if you play 2nd trombone in an orchestra, you don’t need strong high or low chops and that somehow, playing 2nd, is not that demanding. Think again!

In addition to having a keen radar for blend, balance and intonation, you need to be able to effectively bridge the sound of the section between the bass and principal trombones. In other words, you have to be able to do it all! Otherwise, you’re just hiding behind your colleagues.

In this video, I have collected and recorded 11 challenging 2nd and 3rd trombone orchestral excerpts. I’ve played all of these on auditions, in concert, or both.

DISCLAIMER: THIS IS HOW I PLAY THESE EXCERPTS! There are many opinions about how to play little snippets from these masterpieces. This is my take.

I encourage you to visit and sign up for the schoolofbrass.com if you want to see my educational video on how I developed and maintain the techniques that I use to play second trombone in a major symphony orchestra.

Enjoy!

https://youtu.be/ZSL6wghp5VQ


James Nova
Trombone - Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra
Brass Coordinator and Adjunct Trombone Faculty - Duquesne University
Brass Coach - Three Rivers Young Peoples Orchestras
jimnova.com
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