The origin of the term tailgate for New Orleans trombonists probably derives from
a. their tendency to imitate the other players in the front line
b. their position on the back of the bandwagon that advertised evening dances
c. the way in which the instrument abruptly shifts from one pitch to another
d. their preference for sweet styles of playing
b
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