Characteristic Studies has formed many generations of trombone players. The compilation by French cornetist, conductor and composer, Jean-Baptiste Arban (1825-1889) successfully addresses requirements of modern technique andcharacteristics. Arban studied at the Paris Conservatoire and led a prosperous career as a versatile and accomplished musician. Characteristic Studies contains fourteen studies, each addressing a variety of musicalcharacteristics. These elements include chromaticism, articula...