trombone section

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The trombone section is the group of trombone players in an orchestra, concert band, or jazz ensemble.

Trombones typically sit together, often in a row, and frequently share musical passages.

In jazz, the trombone section may stand for synchronized choreographed movements during performances: The trombone section stood up for the final chorus.

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Bowed instrument ensemble

violin section · percussion section · woodwind section · rhythm section · first violins

brass section hierarchy

trombone sectiontrumpet section

Band's trumpet players collectively

trumpets · horn section · French horns

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