To keep the International Trombone Association strong and growing, membership fees will see a small increase starting March 1. Like many organizations, we are adapting to rising costs so we can continue providing inspiring programs, publications, events, and opportunities for our global trombone community. We’re especially committed to the next generation: student membership rates will remain unchanged,…
The International Trombone Association Journal is seeking a motivated and organized Advertising Manager to oversee and grow advertising for its internationally recognized quarterly publication. This is a paid, remote-friendly positionworking with a dynamic editorial and organizational team serving the global trombone community. Key Responsibilities Opportunities We are committed to fostering an inclusive, welcoming environment – within our organization, you are…
The deadline for the Solo, Ensemble and Composition competitions was December 8, 2025.
We invite talented composers to showcase their trombone writing skills in this unique competition. Composers are invited to submit an original trombone quartet and/or octet of 6-8 minutes in length. The winning composition will be announced in April 2026 during International Trombone Week (ITW). Its sheet music will be available to download from the ITA…
We are thrilled to unveil the winners of the 2025 International Trombone Association (ITA) Composition Contest – a celebration of creativity, innovation, and the power of the trombone! And now – the moment we’ve all been waiting for… The winners of the 2025 ITA Composition Contest are…
We’re thrilled to announce the launch of our brand-new website! Designed to be more user-friendly, visually engaging, and packed with resources for trombonists worldwide, this new platform is your go-to hub for news, events, videos and more. Check it out now and explore everything we have to offer! Let’s keep the trombone community connected and…
We are overwhelmed with the response to this year’s competitions – thank you to all participants! Keep an eye on our social media and website competitions pages for the latest updates the coming weeks.
Applications for the 2025 ITA Solo, Ensemble & Composition Competitions will be accepted October 13 through December 8, 2024. Applications should be submitted at: https://app.getacceptd.com/ita. For full submission instructions, rules, repertoire and information, please visit the competitions pages. The 2025 competition finals will be held during the 2025 International Trombone Festival. We hope to see you there!
The composers submitted their entries… and the judges deliberated. It’s official: The winner of ITA’s Composition Contest 2024 is… Sunrise Over Frost and Fog! Congratulations to composer David Faleris! David’s exciting new work awaits you. Trombone ensembles are invited to download the parts and share their own recordings with the world. Let’s celebrate International Trombone…
The ITA Awards Committee is pleased to present John Fedchock with the 2024 ITA Award. The ITA Award is presented to one individual every year who has greatly influenced the field of trombone in performance, composition, arranging, teaching, conducting, research, and/or service. The Awards Committee is also pleased to present the 2024 Neil Humfeld Award…
