Aaron Dygart

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Aaron Dygart was born in La Grande, Oregon in 1943, and is an engineer, photographer, and amateur trombonist who has been living in Honolulu, Hawaii since 1967. Aaron is currently second trombone with Dr. T's Big Band Hawaii, a long and enjoyable association.

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Practice Mutes for Tenor Trombone - A Comparative Analysis

October 14, 2001
After reading conflicting discussions of the benefits and qualities of practice mutes, Aaron Dygart decided to make a rigorous evaluation of the Humes and Berg, Softone, Denis Wick, Wallace and Yamaha Silent Brass practice mutes for tenor trombone. Tests included sound attenuation, intonation (pitch accuracy), resistance, weight and balance measurements, and design evaluation.