July ITA Journal published
The online July 2026 issue of the ITA Journal is now available to ITA members on our website.
Packed with fresh insights and thought-provoking perspectives from top voices in the industry, this edition is for anyone passionate about innovation and progress in the ITA community.
Print copies will mail early July. Please allow at least two weeks for delivery – and up to 6 weeks for Europe/Asia/South America.
The Intersection of Somatic Techniques, Self-Recording,
and Musicianship
A framework for practice
By Marlon Rissatto
Congratulations to Our 2026 ITA Awards Recipients
Recognizing Katy Jones, Niels-Ole Bo Johansen,
Gordon Cherry, and Dr. James Erdman
By Ava Ordman
The Physics of Playing the Trombone, Part 2
Lip strength alone is not enough to explain the full range of
brass playing—something we brass players know well.
By Michael Strauss
Plus
General News,The President’s Column, Orchestral Sectional, Wellness Note, Perspectives on Longevity, Philosophies, Practices, and Pedagogies of Performing Professionals, Pedagogy Corner, Audio/Video Reviews and much more.
