Essays on the instrument and its players
The Bone Blog
Written by Christopher Louis, founder of Trombone World and a professional trombonist for more than thirty years who has performed throughout the United States, Europe and Africa.
Profiles · December 25, 2024 · 6 min read
Celebrating the Legacy of Bill Watrous: A Trombone Virtuoso
Speed, range and a singing tone: how a player from Middletown, Connecticut, redefined what the instrument could do.
Profiles · August 9, 2024 · 5 min read
Urbie Green: A Trombone Legend
In a music where the saxophone often takes the spotlight, Urbie Green gave the trombone a voice as soulful and expressive as any instrument in jazz.
Profiles · July 8, 2024 · 4 min read
The Lasting Legacy of J.J. Johnson
How one player carried the trombone into bebop and changed the instrument for good.