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By Dr. Jonathan Henneveld In the weekend of July 11-12, brass bands of the British tradition came to Kerkrade, the Netherlands, to compete at the World Music Contest. The twenty-eight bands performed such diverse programs, all highlighting their individual strengths and musical identities. As a listener, the weekend was inspiring and motivating, only topped by…
New York-based trombonist and composer Rebecca Patterson and renowned trombonist Ron Wilkins have released Big City Livin’, a new big band recording built around the theme of time, resilience, and recovery. The project centers on a suite composed by Wilkins, inspired by his experience of spending a month in a coma while hospitalized with COVID-19 in 2020. Patterson contributed additional…
Portuguese trombonist João Martinho has released his debut album, AEQUILIBRIUM, a deeply personal recording that combines original repertoire, transcriptions, and cornerstone works of the trombone literature. Produced by RP Recordings, the album features collaborations with pianist Afonso Rocha and the Essentia Trombone Quartet. The recording includes two world premieres: an original work for trombone and…
Trevor Herbert explores the rise and legacy of British brass bands in new book “The Brass Band Story” from Yale University Press.
Calgary hosts its annual “Slide Into Spring: Trombone Day” on Sunday, May 3, 2026, celebrating International Trombone Week with a full day of music, learning, and collaboration. Now in its 13th year, the event welcomes trombonists of all ages and skill levels. The day begins at Aberhart High School with warm-ups and a featured workshop…
Out April 17, 2026 via April Records Danish trombonist and composer Lis Wessberg returns with In The Wake of Blue, a deeply personal, song-driven album created in close collaboration with vocalist Veronika Rud. To be released April 17, 2026 on April Records, the record explores themes of transience, love, and transformation. Building on the acclaim of her Danish Music Award–nominated Twain…
Trombonist and composer Eli Howell delivers an assured and deeply reflective debut with Steps Taken, arriving April 10, 2026. He originally conceived the album as a celebratory culmination of his studies at Michigan State University, but unforeseen circumstances reshaped it into a compelling statement of resilience, adaptability, and artistic clarity. A tornado in Lansing rendered…
The trombone community had several reasons to celebrate last week with a number of respected musicians and educators receiving major recognition. The International Trombone Association has announced two of its annual award recipients. Katy Jones, Senior Tutor at the Royal Northern College of Music and Principal Trombone with the Hallé Orchestra, has received the ITA…
The Louisiana Trombone Collective (LTC) has officially launched as a nonprofit dedicated to promoting student success in the low brass community across South Louisiana, the United States, and abroad. Based in Lafayette, LTC is committed to creating supportive and empowering environments for trombonists of all ages and backgrounds, with a strong emphasis on diversity, equity,…
The International Trombone Association will open elections for the next slate of Officers and Board of Advisors on March 1, 2026, in accordance with ITA Bylaws. All ITA members in good standing are encouraged to participate in selecting the leaders who will guide and represent our organization. Active members will receive voting instructions by email…
