Trombone Scale Finder
Learn scales on your trombone for free. Plays real per-note samples. Set the tempo to 30 bpm for clarity.
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FAQ
Is trombone written in concert pitch?
Yes. Trombone is a non-transposing instrument, so written notes match concert pitch. This tool shows concert note names and plays matching samples.
Why does the scale start on the scale’s letter?
Scales start on their tonic (F major starts on F, etc.). The tool builds one or two octaves from that tonic, within a practical trombone range.
Do you pitch-shift the samples?
No. Each pill expects its own file in /sounds_trombone (e.g., Gsharp3.wav or G#3.wav). This keeps the tone realistic.
My note doesn’t play—what’s wrong?
The matching file likely isn’t present. Make sure the filename exactly matches the pill’s note (case-sensitive on some hosts).
Which filename style should I use, sharps or words?
Either works. The tool tries both symbols (G#3.wav, Db3.wav) and words (Gsharp3.wav, Dflat3.wav).
What range does the tool use?
It clamps notes to a practical concert range (roughly E2 to B♭4) so scales stay playable for most trombone players.
Can it loop up and down?
Yes. Use Play Mode → “Asc→Desc (once)” or “Asc (loop)”.
Why do enharmonics change (G♯ vs A♭)?
The spelling adapts to the chosen key to keep notation musical. You can force sharps or flats via the “Show Note Names” control.