Accent on Achievement Pop, Rock, and Movie Instrumental Solos: Trombone Book & CD

These arrangements hit the sweet spot between method book exercises and genuine solo repertoire. Trombonists get recognizable songs at achievable levels, which means students actually practice them without needing constant motivation. The correlated structure to Books 1 and 2 means you're not hunting for appropriate material; it fits naturally into your curriculum sequence.

A mix of contemporary confidence and movie magic. These arrangements let trombonists discover their voice through songs they already know and love, from stadium anthems to sweeping film scores. There's genuine satisfaction in translating a song you hear on the radio into something you can play yourself.

Trombonists in grades 1-3 band who are ready to explore solo literature beyond method book etudes. These arrangements also serve teachers who want concert-appropriate repertoire that connects to popular culture and film music, keeping students engaged during the intermediate stages of development.

• Listen to the demo track before rehearsing to internalize phrasing and style; the recorded performance models interpretive choices you'll want your students to consider.
• Use the play-along tracks for home practice so students develop independence from the ensemble sound they're used to hearing in band.
• Work through the piano accompaniment PDFs if you have access to keyboard; hearing the harmonic context under a melody strengthens musicality beyond what the CD provides.
• Start with the film and pop selections that align with your students' current listening habits; familiarity breeds confidence when tackling new technical passages.

Assign solos throughout the year as individual challenges or feature them in student recital showcases. The film music selections work especially well for non-traditional concerts or pops programs, while the pop and rock tracks appeal to younger players still building confidence. You can also sprinkle them into sectional rehearsals to break up band-wide drills and maintain momentum.

• Reading single-line melodies in treble clef with rhythmic variety
• Sustaining phrasing over longer musical phrases
• Responding to dynamic contrasts and style markings in contemporary arrangements
• Playing with accompaniment (tracking piano and/or orchestral parts via CD)
• Interpreting popular music idioms with appropriate articulation and tone
• Building confidence in solo performance through familiar repertoire