Reconnected, New Album by Altin Sencalar, Releasing Soon

Altın Sencalar will release Reconnected, his third album as band leader on August 27, 2021.  Altin’s music embraces his heritage and celebrates Afro-Latin, Turkish, and Jazz musical traditions. This album is dedicated to his two grandfathers: John Fernando Garcia, who passed in December 2020, and Bülent Şençalar, who still resides in Turkey as a renowned musician. While…

Brian Wendel Releases New Album

Brian Wendel, Principal Trombone of the Vancouver Symphony, will release his debut album on June 18. Brian provided the following album summary: “In March 2020, the entire world hit the pause button and forced musicians, along with many others, to cancel performances for an indeterminate period moving forward. We have been at home, repeating the…

Seventeenth Annual Big 12 Trombone Conference

The Seventeenth Annual Big 12 Trombone Conference is scheduled for January 14-16, 2022 at Texas Tech University. Christopher Bill, classical trombonist and recording artist, is the feature guest artist. The Big 12 Conference is currently accepting proposals for presentations and performances. Proposals could include: Clinics Master Classes Performing on the Faculty Showcase Adjudicating Solo Competitions…

Congratulations Brian Hecht!

Congratulations to Brian Hecht as he was recently appointed utility trombone of the Dallas Symphony Orchestra! Brian has served as bass trombone of the Atlanta Symphony since 2013. Before joining the Atlanta Symphony, he was a member of the United States Navy Band in Washington D.C. For further information, please visit his website. Congratulations Brian!

2021 Big 12 Trombone Conference Summary

The Eighteenth Annual Big 12 Area Trombone Conference was held January 15th – 17th, 2021 virtually on Zoom.  The Conference’s Featured Guest Artist was internationally renowned soloist Jessica Buzbee. Ms. Buzbee’s feature performance and master class were both amazing and inspiring.  Additional highlights included an exciting faculty showcase recital, great ensemble performances and many inspiring…