Maybe you're a parent who's child has just chosen trombone or euphonium. Maybe you're an adult beginner. With all the trombone and euphonium options out there today it can be hard to make sense of what is a good instrument and a good deal and what's not. I've written a few articles aimed at beginners and will continue writing these periodically. Hopefully these can guide your choices and research. If you have any questions about anything trombone or euphonium related please feel free to contact me, even if you think it's a "stupid" question.
Buying your first trombone is probably one of the biggest choices you'll make in your life. In making a purchase you a choosing to branch out in your life and learn music. However, its important that you purchase a quality trombone. Here is an article I wrote which explains basic trombone terminology and recommends some student models.
Looking to buy a euphonium? Not sure whether to get 3 or 4 valves? Compensating or non-compensating? Not even sure what these terms mean? In this article I explain what the different valve systems do with particular attention to the compensating system.
Mouthpieces are an integral part of the instrument. But there is a huge selection of mouthpiece sizes and materials. Not to mention all the terms and measurements. Here is an article I wrote that explains mouthpiece terminology and gives descriptions of standard mouthpiece sizes.
