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Top rated trombone songbooks
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Best overall Rubank PublicationsRubank Advanced Method for Trombone, Vol. 2
A classic method book for advancing trombonists, highly regarded for its comprehensive exercises and solos that build technique and musicianship.
- Comprehensive exercises
- Builds technique efficiently
- Trusted by educators
- May be too advanced for beginners
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Best for technique
Melodious Etudes for Trombone (Selected from the Vocalises of Giuseppe Concone)
Transcribed lyrical vocalises that develop legato playing, phrasing, and flexibility; a staple for trombone students.
- Improves legato and phrasing
- Beautiful melodies
- Excellent for tone development
- Less focus on technical exercises
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Best for solo repertoire
Standard of Excellence: Festival Solos for Trombone/Baritone B.C., Book 1
A collection of solo pieces with piano accompaniment, ideal for contests and recitals; well-edited for young musicians.
- Great solo selections
- Includes piano parts
- Appropriate difficulty progression
- Limited to one book
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Best for beginnersThe Complete Trombone Player
A comprehensive beginner method covering fundamentals, with clear explanations and progressive exercises.
- Easy to follow
- Covers all basics
- Good supplementary material
- Not for advanced players
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Best for duet playing Rubank PublicationsSelected Duets for Trombone: Volume 1
A compilation of duets from various periods, perfect for developing ensemble skills and intonation.
- Varied musical styles
- Fun to play with a partner
- Improves listening skills
- Requires another player
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Best comprehensive method CREATESPACEArban's Complete Method for Trombone and Euphonium
The definitive method for brass players, adapted for trombone; covers all aspects from basics to advanced techniques.
- Extensive and thorough
- Improves all aspects of playing
- Lifetime resource
- Can be overwhelming
- Heavy and expensive
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Best budget pick Carl Fischer40 Progressive Etudes for Trombone
A set of etudes that gradually increase in difficulty, ideal for building endurance and reading skills.
- Affordable
- Gradual progression
- Good sight-reading practice
- Less musical variety