In response to the comment about trombonists who are of below-average intelligence, I have found this quite true with most that I have met. They have an instrument that is capable of playing with perfect intonation, yet are always atleast a quarter tone off. The trombone is mechanically the simplist instrument, yet they tend to neglect their horns. Now, I started playing trombone 6 months ago to participate in several jazz ensembles. Besides having a wider range, and better intonation (developed from years on horn), playing the trombone (I play trombone, I am not a trombonist; I am a hornist) has strengthen my horn playing. The less resistance in the instrument has resulted in using more air and less pressure on the horn, as well as increased endurance on both instruments--switching between horn and trombone for a few hours and the difference in mouthpieces works out and relaxes my embouchure. Then again, it could just be my own experience. -Evan Hayes
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