Trombone

G♭3 on the Trombone

Written G♭3. Tap the diagram to hear it.

G♭3
4th partialBeginner note
Written G♭3 on the bass staff

G♭3 is 5th position on the 4th partial. Just past the bell. This partial sits in tune at the standard spot, so it is a good note to check your positions against. This is the heart of the trombone's range, where most band parts sit.

About this note

G♭3 is 5th position on the 4th partial. Just past the bell. This partial sits in tune at the standard spot, so it is a good note to check your positions against. This is the heart of the trombone's range, where most band parts sit.

  • Primary fingering: 5th position
  • Written pitch: G♭3
  • Sounding frequency: 185.00 Hz
  • Harmonic partial: 4 — the valves set the tube length, but your air and embouchure select the partial.

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