Carl Fontana Jazz Trombone Competition

For trombonists ages 22 and under (birth date of January 1, 1986 or later)

Prizes will be announced at a later date

General Rules and Requirements

• The 2009 ITA Competitions General Rules and Requirements must be strictly followed to avoid disqualification.

Additional Rules

• CD must be recorded with a live rhythm section (minimum 2 members) in the key of your choice.
• Choruses must be improvised and not read.
• Jazz band cuts are not allowed.
• Past winners of the Carl Fontana Jazz Trombone Competitions are not eligible in the 2009 Fontana Jazz Trombone Competition.

Repertoire Requirements

Preliminary & Final Rounds
(Items must be recorded in the order listed below)

1. Six to eight (6–8) choruses of blues (including the melody)
2. Player's Choice – Four to six (4–6) choruses of one of the following pieces:

• Emily
• Polka Dots and Moonbeams
• It Might As Well Be Spring