The Slide Show

The Slide Show

Join longtime friends and trombonists Dakota Jackson and Benjamin Wiltz as they venture down the trombone rabbit hole together. They explore everything the world of trombone encompasses, from its rich history to the gear head extremes and to the players that shape our field.

Episodes

June 17, 2024 96 mins

Join Dakota Jackson, Benjamin Wiltz ,and Jared Ramos as they dip their toe into the world of effect pedal usage on the trombone. They explore the history and development of pedals for trombone and brass as well as the pioneers who have and continue to use them to create new sounds. 

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Join Dakota Jackson, Benjamin Wiltz ,and Jared Ramos as they discuss the life and career of Ben Van Dijk. They discuss Ben Van Dijks incredible musical output and contributions to trombone education. And for the gear lovers there is discussion of his long standing relationship with Thein Trombones. 

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February 22, 2023 61 mins

Join Dakota Jackson, Benjamin Wiltz ,and Jared Ramos in their first three man pod as they discuss the history and fascination with Earl Williams trombones. They explore everything from the earliest trombones made by earl to the players who made them famous. 

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November 9, 2022 59 mins

Join Dakota Jackson and Benjamin WIltz as they take a look at the life and impact of Glenn Miller. Glenn Miller is a crucial figure in the history of trombone and an American icon.

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September 25, 2022 124 mins

Join Dakota Jackson and surprise co-host Jared Ramos as they deep dive into the music of Eddie Palmieri and the many trombonists he has employed.

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April 7, 2022 73 mins

Join Dakota Jackson and Benjamin WIltz as they deep dive into the rich history of the F.E. Olds company and the unique and beautiful horns they produced.  

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March 24, 2022 94 mins

Join Dakota Jackson and Benjamin WIltz as they deep dive into the life and contributions of George Roberts. They explore his gear and massive amounts of recordings as well. 

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March 10, 2022 82 mins

Join Dakota Jackson and Benjamin Wiltz as we dive into the second half of the slides episode. This mammoth topic had to be broken into two episodes if you haven't already please check out Slides Pt1. In part two we explore how to care for your slide leadpipes and of course the spit valve.

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March 3, 2022 47 mins

Join Dakota Jackson and Benjamin Wiltz as we venture into the world of slides. This mammoth topic had to be broken into two episodes. In part one we explore everything from the way a slide works to the materials used and different methods of holding a slide. 

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February 12, 2021 73 mins

 Join us on our return episode as we explore the massive world of mouthpieces. We discuss everything from the leading varying philosophies  to different ideas on mouthpiece manufacturing. 

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July 30, 2020 55 mins

Join Dakota Jackson and Benjamin WIltz as they deep dive into the life and contributions of Curtis Fuller. 

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July 23, 2020 59 mins

Join Dakota Jackson and Benjamin Wiltz as we dig into the world of bass trombone triggers everything from Independent vs Dependent to tuning configurments. Ben leads the way on this one with some strong divisive opinions let us know what you think about the debate and what your setup looks like.

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July 16, 2020 72 mins

Dakota Jackson and Benjamin Wiltz  discuss the contributions of some of the trombones leading advocates and leaders in the trombone community. Devoted trombonists through composition or producing resources have made themselves Patron Saints of the trombone. 

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July 9, 2020 53 mins

Dakota Jackson and Benjamin Wiltz look into different celebrities who play the trombone and trombone in the public eye.       

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July 2, 2020 56 mins

Dakota Jackson and Benjamin Willtz discuss the minefield that is buying a trombone with everything from the beginner market to a full fitted custom trombone and offer advice and protips to help out. Let us know about your trombone buying experience and what advice you would give to someone on the journey for that perfect instrument. 

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June 25, 2020 58 mins

Join us as we discuss our personal experience during the coronavirus pandemic as well as the state of the trombone during these difficult times. We discuss resources from play alongs to recordings that can help you stay on track. Please leave us a description of your experience and what is helping you get through this pandemic. 



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June 18, 2020 56 mins

We explore the various theories and possible answers as to where and when we first see a trombone as well as the earliest use of the instrument.
Will Kimball trombone timeline http://kimballtrombone.com/trombone-history-timeline/trombone-history-15th-century/

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