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| "In my opinion, the trombone is the true head of that family of wind instruments which I have named the epic one. It possesses nobility and grandeur to the highest degree; it has all the serious and powerful tones of sublime musical poetry, from religious calm and imposing accents, to savage, orgiastic outbursts. Directed by the will of a master, the trombones can chant like a choir of priests, threaten, utter gloomy sighs, a mournful lament or a bright hymn of glory. They can break forth into awe-inspiring cries, and awaken the dead or doom the living with their fearful voices." Hector Berlioz "You don't choose to play the trombone, It chooses you. It's a loud, extrovert instrument, that makes everyone sit up and take notice." Simon Hogg, Trombonist, Fine Arts Brass Ensemble "The trombones are too sacred for frequent use." Felix Mendelssohn "Many a sinner has played himself into heaven on the trombone, thanks to the [Salvation] Army." George Bernard Shaw, Major Barbara ( 1907 ) "Never look at the trombones, it only encourages them." Richard Strauss |
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