The Breathing Book - Tenor Trombone Edition (Ralph Sauer, retired Principal Trombonist with the Los Angeles Philharmonic says: “In this slender book, David Vining strips away the many misconceptions about breathing that have been accepted as fact for far too long. Once the player understands exactly where the air goes and how it should be utilized, every area of playing will improve. A full understanding of this text, with its accompanying musical exercises, will enable the trombonist to achieve perfect breath control.” Trombone players need to breathe well in order to play well. This book teaches breathing based upon anatomical accuracy. Images and descriptions provide important information about breathing, and playing activities apply this knowledge to trombone playing in musically meaningful ways.)