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Does a bass trombone always come with two valves?
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No, some bass trombones have a single valve.
Describe the difference between independent and dependent double valve bass trombones.
Independent: Both valves can be used independently. Dependent: Second valve is within the first valve’s tubing and can only be used with the first valve.
What is a general characteristic of bass trombone mouthpieces compared to tenor trombone mouthpieces?
Bass trombone mouthpieces are generally larger.
What key are both the bass trombone and tenor trombone pitched in?
B-flat
How does the bell and bore size of a bass trombone compare to a tenor trombone?
The bass trombone has a larger bell and bore size.
Why would a tenor trombone mouthpiece fit but not perform ideally on a bass trombone?
Because bass trombone mouthpieces are generally larger to match the larger bore size.
What aspects should be considered when transitioning a student to a bass trombone?
Music complexity and the need to play some high notes like tenor trombones.
What is one of the most common tunings for the second valve on a modern bass trombone?
G flat (combined with the first valve to produce D) or G (combined with the first valve to produce E-flat).
What are the two types of double valve bass trombones?
Independent and dependent.
How far can the range of a bass trombone extend with the addition of a second valve?
Fully chromatic down to the lowest B-flat on the piano.
Compare the operating mechanisms of a single valve bass trombone and a tenor trombone with an F attachment.
Both operate the same way.
When might it become necessary for a student to switch from tenor trombone to bass trombone?
As music complexity increases.
Is the tuning of the second valve standardized across all bass trombone makes and models?
No, the tuning of the second valve is not standardized.
Why might there be no strict rule for bass trombone mouthpiece sizes?
Tenor mouthpieces may fit but are not ideal.
Can advanced bass trombone literature go as high as tenor trombone literature?
Yes, advanced literature can go as high as tenor trombone literature.
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