Hold onto the thick shaft of the bell tube while you negotiate your grip. This will keep the trombone from tipping over or coming out of alignment.
A standard trombone is designed with a right-handed player in mind. The majority of left-handed players also use their left hand to grip the instrument and their right hand to work the slide.
This brace will form a 90-degree angle with the one you have your thumb on.
If it’s more comfortable for you, you can also use just your thumb, index, and middle fingers to move the slide.
If you need to make adjustments to any part of the instrument, do it with your right hand so you won’t have to release your grip. Try to hold your trombone up at face level for several minutes at a time to get used to playing longer pieces of music.
Trombones are made up of only two main parts—the bell tube and the slide. This simple design makes them pretty easy to put together. If possible, assemble your trombone on a flat, raised surface. That way, you won’t have to worry about damaging either piece if you accidentally drop one.
With enough practice, you’ll be able to assemble and disassemble your trombone in no time. When you’re ready to disassemble your trombone, just unscrew the lock nut and slide the two pieces apart.
Leave the mouthpiece in your case until you’re ready to begin playing to keep it from getting dirty.
