Demystify the Slide: Playing & Teaching Trombone
Date
February 12-May 3, 2024
Course Code
7204a
Credits
3 Graduate Credits*
Tuition
$1,125 is due in full with registration. A $15 Early Bird Discount will be applied until January 14.
Course Description
Don’t let your trombone skills SLIDE away! This course covers essential skills and knowledge including legato tonguing, lip slurs, airflow, slide technique, and maintenance. You’ll become more proficient on the instrument, as well as gain valuable teaching tips and strategies for teaching the trombonists in your band. Designed for the practicing band director, students will participate in a weekly group lesson via Zoom. All handouts & resources are provided. Students will need a trombone, laptop, and webcam. Zoom sessions are Thursday evenings – 7:00PM Central.
*Students enrolled in the MMEd degree program at VanderCook may register for this course at the 500-level through the student portal. Please contact Dean Sinclair at [email protected] if academic advising is needed.