slide trumpet
The 'slide trumpet' is a historical brass instrument with a slide mechanism, bridging the gap between the trumpet and the trombone.
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Definition
C2Historical Music
(technical, academic)A brass instrument from the Renaissance and Baroque periods with a slide mechanism for changing pitch.
Example
- The slide trumpet was commonly used in the Baroque period for its unique pitch-altering capabilities.
C1Modern Music
(technical)A small trombone pitched in B♭, similar to a trumpet but with a slide mechanism.
Example
- In jazz ensembles, the slide trumpet adds a distinctive sound with its slide-controlled pitch.
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