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ITF2017 application deadlines
Application deadline for Performers and Presenters for the 2017 ITF The deadline for performance and presentation proposals for the 2017 International Trombone Festival is October 15, 2016. For more information…
Assistantship Opening at UTK
A full-tuition Teaching Assistantship is available at the University of Tennessee, under studio direction of Dr. Alex van Duuren, beginning Fall 2017. Duties include the instruction of undergraduate students and…
Hawes Joins CIM Faculty
The Cleveland Institute of Music (CIM) recently hired Randall Hawes, bass trombonist with the Detroit Symphony Orchestra (DSO), as trombone faculty. “Randy Hawes is one of this generation’s finest trombone players,”…
Call for Performances/Clinics
The Fourteenth Annual Big 12 Trombone Conference, scheduled for January 20 – 22, 2017, is still welcoming proposals for clinics and performances. If you have any questions or would like to…
Job Opening in the US Navy Band
The United States Navy Band is holding auditions for the position of Tenor Trombone in the Concert/Ceremonial Band. Starting salary is $58,960-$65,656 plus benefits. Materials are due October 14, 2016,…
Marks Joins Louisiana Monroe Faculty
Dr. Jeremy Marks will be joining the faculty at the University of Louisiana at Monroe as the Assistant Professor of Low Brass. Prior to this appointment he held positions at…
Derrick Parker retires
In April 2016 Derrick Parker retired from the ITA/BTS Affiliate Membership manager position after 5 years being the liaison between BTS affiliate members and ITA. Derrick has played a key…
Hearn Joins Dallas Symphony
Barry Hearn, has been appointed Principal Trombonist of the Dallas Symphony Orchestra after a successful audition and performing a week with the DSO in April 2016. From 2009-2016 Barry was…
ITF Exhibits Director vacancy
Announcement for the position of International Trombone Festival: Exhibits Director Position: The Exhibits Director for the International Trombone Festival coordinates all responsibilities concerning exhibits and advertising for and at the…
Brad Edwards Joins ASU Faculty
Brad Edwards has accepted the trombone professor position at Arizona State University beginning in the Fall of 2016. He leaves his current position at the University of South Carolina. He…
Natalie Mannix Joins North Texas
Natalie Mannix has accepted the position of Assistant Professor of Trombone at the University of North Texas beginning Fall 2016. Natalie is currently Associate Professor at Towson University and principal…
Bass Trombone Opening for Music Festival
The Philadelphia International Music Festival, now in its 19th year for study with principal players and other members of the Philadelphia Orchestra, has an opening for a bass trombonist in…
Jefferson Accepts Position at University of Portland
Dr. Joseph L. Jefferson has accepted the Assistant Professor of Music (Jazz Emphasis) position at the University of Portland beginning in August of 2016. Joseph currently serves as the Director…
2016 Grammy Nominations
Marshall Gilkes, John Fedchock and Wayne Wallace have received Grammy nominations this year! Best Large Jazz Ensemble Album: Köln Marshall Gilkes & WDR Big Band [Alternate Side Records] Best Instrumental…
Assistantship at Valdosta State
A Graduate Teaching Assistant position is available for the Trombone Studio at Valdosta State University. Assistantship will include a full tuition waiver and an $8,000 stipend. This position is for…