Dehaske Studies in Rhythm
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Essential Information About This Method
Essential Information About This Method
- Collection of progressive studies and exercises for trombone in C or B flat, with reading in bass clef (BC) and treble clef (TC).
- Easy to intermediate level: ideal for consolidating fundamentals and then gaining fluency (breath control, intonation, articulation, phrasing).
- CD included to work on rhythm, listening, and timing, both independently and in lessons.
- Texts and instructions in four languages (English, German, French, Dutch): practical for teaching and guided practice.
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Summary of This Method
Designed to support the trombonist in a structured progression, this method offers a comprehensive path of studies and exercises to develop fundamentals while preparing for more musical goals. The work is designed to strengthen daily mastery of the instrument: embouchure setup, air column control, intonation stability, and sound consistency across all registers.
Thanks to a writing style adapted to the easy-intermediate level, the collection allows for gradual approach to difficulties without skipping steps. The exercises specifically target articulation (clean attacks, slurs, detaché), rhythmic precision, and fluidity in transitions. The dual compatibility BC/TC facilitates integration into various curricula and reading habits, whether you use bass clef or treble clef.
The CD serves as a genuine practice aid: it helps develop listening skills, stabilize tempo, and verify phrasing coherence. In practice, it is an asset for effective progress between lessons, preparing for auditions, or simply establishing a solid technical routine. An excellent choice for music school students, wind ensemble musicians, and anyone wishing to advance their trombone technique with a clear and stimulating method.
Technical specifications
| Musical Genre | Classical | Publication | Sheet music |
| Composer | J.W.A. van Hulten | Difficulty | EASY-INTERMEDIATE |
| Instrumentation | C/Bb Trombone BC/TC | Pages | 48 |
| Genre | Studies and exercises | Year of publication | 2008 |
| Language | English-German-French-Dutch | ||
Questions frequently asked
Is this method suitable for a beginner trombonist?
The easy-intermediate level offers a gradual progression to consolidate trombone fundamentals. The 48 pages cover embouchure, air column, intonation, and sound consistency.
Are the sheet music available in bass clef and treble clef?
The C/Bb Trombone BC/TC instrumentation allows compatibility with reading in bass clef and treble clef.
Does the Dehaske Studies in Rhythm collection include a CD?
A CD is included to work on listening, tempo stability, and phrasing consistency. It can be used as a support between lessons or during audition preparation.
What technical aspects are addressed in these trombone studies?
The exercises focus on articulation, including attacks, slurs, and staccato, as well as rhythmic accuracy. The work also covers smooth transitions across different registers.
In which languages is the J.W.A. van Hulten method published?
The work published in 2008 is available in English, German, French, and Dutch.



