The Syracuse Orchestra Performs "Three Muses in Video Game" by Tan Dun, featuring Ben Dettelback
2026-01-24 19:30 - 21:30 (America/New_York) | Landmark Theatre, 362 S Salina St, Syracuse, New York, 13202, United States
The Syracuse Orchestra performs Debussy’s Pagodes. Principal Trombone Ben Dettelback performs a video-game inspired trombone concerto followed by Brahms Symphony No. 2, which includes the famous melody “Brahms Lullaby”.

DEBUSSY: PagodesTAN DUN: Concerto for Trombone: Three Muses in Video GameBRAHMS: Symphony No. 2 in D major, Opus 73

World Premiere LIVE! - Echo into the Void and Back to the Light for Contrabass Trombone & Piano
2026-02-01 14:00 - 16:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Newport Performing Arts Center, 777 W Olive St, Newport, Oregon, 97365, United States
Please come down to the Oregon Coast and enjoy the World Premiere of Nicole Buetti’s Echo Into the Void and Back the Light for Contrabass Trombone and Piano.

This performance is part of the “Spotlight On the Teachers” benefit concerts that raise funds for students in Lincoln County to afford lessons and grow as musicians.

Admission will be by donation.

Bowling Green State University Trombone Day
2026-02-08 10:00 - 18:30 (America/New_York) | Moore Musical Arts Center, Moore Musical Arts Center, 1031, 420 Willard Dr, Bowling Green, Ohio, 43403, United States
BGSU Trombone Day will be held February 8th, 2026 featuring the Inter-Service Trombone Quartet, members of the premiere United States military bands. In addition to these guest artists, special guests Lake Effect Trombone Choir will also be performing. The event will include fundamental sessions, recitals, masterclasses, mass trombone choir rehearsal and performances, exhibitors, and more! Lunch is provided with registration. Email Dr. Jeremy Marks, Assistant Professor of Trombone with any questions: jamarks@bgsu.edu.

Please note that registration will only be available online. Registration closes Wednesday, February 4, 2026. The $20 registration fee includes access to all activities for the day. Lunch will be provided.

Dallas Symphony Trombone Quartet Concert and Workshop
2026-02-20 13:15 - 16:00 (Europe/London) | Harty Room, Queen’s University Belfast, University Rd, Belfast, BT7 1NN, United Kingdom
The trombone quartet from the Dallas Symphony Orchestra will be visiting Belfast on Friday, February 20th. As part of their educational tour of Ireland, they will perform a concert and host a masterclass at the Harty Room in Queens University.

This is an exceptional opportunity for all brass players in Northern Ireland to experience world-class chamber music and exceptional trombone playing. Should you have any inquiries or express interest in participating in the masterclass, please contact me at NathanMooreNI@gmail.com

Formed from the low brass section of the Dallas Symphony Orchestra, the Dallas Symphony Trombone Quartet brings the power, precision, and artistry of the concert stage to an intimate chamber music setting. Comprising Barry Hearn, Chris Oliver, Brian Hecht, and Darren McHenry, the ensemble showcases the versatility of the trombone through an exciting mix of classical favorites, jazz standards, new music, and original arrangements.

In addition to their concert appearances, the Dallas Symphony Trombone Quartet is dedicated to music education and community engagement, regularly performing outreach concerts, masterclasses, and educational workshops across North Texas.

Whether performing in the Meyerson Symphony Center, at schools and community events, or on tour, the Dallas Symphony Trombone Quartet connects with audiences of all ages through their humor and love for great music

Richard Edwards Memorial Concert at The Guards' Chapel
2026-02-26 19:30 - 21:00 (Europe/London) | The Guards’ Chapel, The Royal Military Chapel, The Guards Chapel, London, SW1A 2AX, United Kingdom
Join the trombones of the Household Division alongside London Brass and the Royal College of Music for an evening of music and stories as they pay tribute to former Irish Guards musician, and world renowned trombone player Richard Edwards.

From his beginnings at the Royal Military School of Music, Kneller Hall, and winning all available trophies at the time, Richard went on to have an incredible versatile career.

Whether it was the house band “upstairs” at Ronnie Scott’s, touring the world with funk fusion group Working Week or Carla Bley, sat on stage with the London Symphony Orchestra, or in the recording studio for hundreds of soundtracks not limited to the likes of Harry Potter, Lord of the Rings, James Bond, or maybe you’ll have heard him on albums for Sting, Amy Winehouse and Joni Mitchell, Richard’s musicianship, skill and versatility on the trombone was second to none.

The concert is FREE to attend with a retiring collection at the end.

Tennessee Tech: Trombone Day
2026-02-28 09:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | Tennessee Tech – Bryan Fine Arts Building, 1150 N Dixie Ave, Cookeville, Tennessee, 38501, United States
This year’s guests include Rocket City Bones, Bone Therapy, Nikki Abissi, Colin Williams, Yu Tamaka, and Chris Bassett.

British Trombone Society: Trombone Day
2026-03-08 09:30 - 18:00 (Europe/London) | RAF Music Services, West End Road, Ruislip, HA4 6NG, United Kingdom
Preliminary information, including:Group Warm UpRory Ingham Improvisation ClassByron Fulcher (Massed Blow)Emily White “Sounds and Songs” interactive classRAF Squadronaires Big Band Concert featuring Rory Ingham

Bring a packed lunch. Tea and Coffee will be available throughout the day.

Registration is now open. Click the link to register. Please note: All participants must register in full. Under 18s must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Print and bring your ticket to present to Security at the gatehouse. No ticket, no entry. Open to members and non-members.

www.ticketsource.co.uk/british-trombone-society

University of Central Florida Trombone Day
2026-03-14 09:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | University of Central Florida – Rehearsal Hall: Auditorium, 19 Mercury Cir, Orlando, Florida, 32816, United States
Join the UCF Trombone Studio and their Guest Artist Steve Lange, trombonist of the Boston Symphony Orchestra for a day to celebrate the Trombone. Warm-ups, masterclasses, Preparing for a College Audition and lot more!

North Carolina Trombone Festival, featuring Peter Steiner
2026-03-21 10:30 - 17:30 (America/New_York) | East Carolina University – A.J. Fletcher Music Center, 102 A.J. Fletcher Music Center, Greenville, North Carolina, 27858, United States
The North Carolina Trombone Festival is an annual state-wide gathering, which will be held at East Carolina University this spring. The event will include vendors, trombone choir performances, clinics and a recital by internationally renowned trombonist, Peter Steiner. Please email Bill Haugeberg (haugebergb24@ecu.edu) with any questions.

British Trombone Society: Wells Cathedral Trombone Day
2026-03-22 10:30 - 17:30 (Europe/London) | Wells Cathedral School, The Liberty Wells, Somerset, BA5 2ST, United Kingdom
Special guest tutor and artist Ian Bousfield joins Emily White and Tom Lees, plus students from the Royal Academy of Music.

Join us for a fun, exciting day of ensemble playing, concerts and more!

Admission is free for U18s / £10 for BTS Members / £15 for non-members.

Open to all abilities.

SFASU and TJC Combined Trombone Choirs at Fredonia Brewery
2026-04-11 14:00 - 16:00 (America/Chicago) | Fredonia Brewery, 136 N Mound St, Nacogdoches, Texas, 75961, United States
The Stephen F. Austin State University Trombone Choir under the direction of Deb Scott and Tom Mensch as well as the Tyler Junior College Trombone Choir under the direction of Heather Mensch will kick off the International Trombone Week in grand style, performing a program of jazz and popular music at the Fredonia Brewery in Nacogdoches, Texas, USA.

International Trombone Week 2026
2026-04-12 00:30 - 2026-04-19 23:30 (America/New_York)
ITW is the perfect time to play your trombone, share it with others, and have fun making music online and in-person. We celebrate every day during the “official” week (April 12-19, 2026) — and beyond. Jump in and learn more >>

Everyone is welcome: performers, listeners, artists, students, teachers, organizers, composers, builders, kinetic sculptors, and more. Past celebrations have included parades, live-streams, concert hall world premieres, workshops, garage concerts for the neighborhood, student recitals, jazz radio features, video compilations, online long-tone warm-ups for the universe, epic opera excerpt battles, world-first video masterclasses, and more.

2026 Southern Miss Brass Symposium
2026-04-17 08:00 - 2026-04-18 17:30 (America/New_York) | University of Southern Mississippi – School of Music, 107 Southern Drive, Hattiesburg, Mississippi, 39406, United States
The Southern Miss Brass Symposium, hosted at The University of Southern Mississippi, is scheduled for April 17–18, 2026.

Open to middle school, high school, and university brass students, the symposium offers one-day or two-day registration and features:

Master classes and performances with Ryan Gardner (Professor of Trumpet, University of Colorado-Boulder), Shawn Hagen (Horn, U.S. Army Band “Pershing’s Own,” Retired), Douglas Yeo (ret. Bass Trombone, Boston Symphony), Gail Robertson (Euphonium, Symbiosis Duo), and Stacy Baker (Tuba, Symbiosis Duo)

Sessions on mindfulness, performance anxiety, historical brass, entrepreneurship, and audition preparation

Performance showcases, mass choir, and ensemble experiences.

Vendor exhibits and networking opportunities.

Group-friendly registration.

Directors are encouraged to bring groups of students. Group attendance is ideal for:Band classes and studiosBrass choirs and ensemblesMotivated individual students

Students may register individually, and directors are welcome to coordinate attendance for their programs.

The 5th International Lieksa Brass Week Trombone Competition (Olavi Lampinen in memoriam)
2026-07-23 10:00 - 2026-07-30 17:00 (Europe/Helsinki) | Lieksa Church, Kirkkokatu 1, Lieksa, 81700, Finland
Lieksa Brass Week organizes the 5th International Lieksa Brass Week Trombone Competition (Olavi Lampinen in memoriam) 23-30 July 2026 in Lieksa, Finland. The competition is open to contestants of all nationalities who were born in 1991 or later.

Registration form is due by no later than the 30th of April, 2026 if the maximum number of 35 participants has not been reached by then.
