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We warmly congratulate Danish trombonist Carsten Svanberg on his 80th birthday, celebrated today on December 6, 2025. Since his first ITW appearance in Nashville in 1975 – where he met legends such as Bill Watrous, Albert Mangelsdorf, Slide Hampton, and Stuart Dempster – Carsten has been an inspiring presence in the trombone world. A frequent…
Mark Lawrence’s appointment marks an exciting new chapter for the San Francisco Conservatory of Music (SFCM), as the institution welcomes one of the world’s most respected brass performers to its faculty. Known for his expressive musicianship and decades of orchestral excellence, Lawrence’s arrival signals a strengthened commitment to cultivating the next generation of leading trombonists….
The ITA’s Audit/Finance Committee would like to extend an invitation to join the Committee. One should have a good general knowledge of business/finance and be available for quarterly meetings each year. The committee currently has a CPA (Bill Lentz) serving on the committee and would welcome another or someone with business experience. Please contact ITA…
At just 25 years old, trombonist, composer, and improviser Arjan Linker has received one of the most respected distinctions in Dutch classical music: the Buma Classical Award. Presented during the New Music Conference on November 13, 2025, the award is not decided by a jury but is a populariteitsprijs: it goes to the composer whose…
The Lithuanian trombonist Martyna Mišeikytė has been awarded the 2025 GEDOK Musikpreis, a distinction presented by GEDOK Karlsruhe in collaboration with the Hochschule für Musik Karlsruhe. The award, which supports and showcases outstanding women artists, is being given for the second time in partnership with the music university. While the inaugural edition honored a composition…
Trombonist Charlie Phillips has earned a spot in the prestigious Next Generation Jazz Orchestra (NGJO), marking a major milestone in his musical journey. A junior at Lindbergh High School in Missouri, Phillips first picked up the trombone in fifth grade after discovering the instrument’s “race-car noise” potential. Since then, he has expanded his brass repertoire…
The GRAMMY Museum Mississippi held its annual “Brass & Bayou” gala on October 30, 2025, raising $201,000 to support its ongoing music education initiatives. The event recognized New Orleans musician Troy “Trombone Shorty” Andrews with the Museum’s Crossroads of American Music Award. The award honors artists who have made significant contributions to American music and…
The University of Southern Mississippi Trombone Studio has openings for MM and DMA applicants with graduate assistantship funding opportunities. The Trombone Graduate Assistantship includes teaching music major lessons and assisting with trombone ensembles, among other duties. Please visit Dr. Ben McIlwain’s website for more information regarding recent student successes, videos, events, and more. Interested applicants must apply…
The British Trombone Society is thrilled to announce the winners of the BTS Awards 2025 – Recognizing excellence, dedication, and outstanding contributions to the trombone community: Player of the Year: Peter Moore Peter Gane Teacher of the Year: Bob Hughes Student of the Year: Robyn Anderson Outstanding Contribution: Richard Edwards The Sheila Tracy Award: Helen…
The Vermont Philharmonic has appointed Kyle Casazza as its new Assistant Conductor, a role that expands both the artistic and administrative leadership of the state’s oldest community orchestra. In his new position, Casazza will work closely with Music Director Lou Kosma to support concert programming, lead rehearsals, and contribute to educational and outreach efforts. Casazza…
