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New trombone releases, March/April 23
After some consideration, we hope this is the format for a monthly or bi-monthly news post with short presentations of the new trombone music releases! Every artist has made an…
Gonçalo Nova wins the Prague Spring Competition
Another major solo competition for young trombonists has recently concluded. Unlike the inaugural Michel Becquet competition, the “74th Prague Spring Competition” boasts a rich history dating all the way back…
Roberto de la Guia wins Michel Becquet Solo Competition!
Spanish trombonist Roberto de la Guia won the first prize of the Michel Becquet International Trombone Competition on the 16th of April! De le Guia is now the principal trombonist…
Audun Breen performs “Fonos” with the Oslo Philharmonic
Audun Breen, principal trombonist of the Oslo Philharmonic Orchestra (OFO) performed the concerto “Fonos” by Arne Nordheim with his orchestra this week. The OFO has a proud history as a…
Women’s day trombone news!
It is time to celebrate the international women’s day! Here are some news and other items featuring female trombonists and composers! Recently, “The trombone channel” made a video about the…
Ramsay wins Berlin Philharmonic Principal Trombone Audition
The Berlin Philharmonic recently announced that Jonathon Ramsay won their audition for principal trombone. In 2022, he was appointed principal trombonist of the Munich Philharmonic Orchestra, and is also a…
February 15 ITA membership rate increase
On February 15, ITA will raise the membership rates for the first time since 2009 in order to compensate for, and keep up with, the ever ongoing cost inflation. We…
In Memoriam: William Hartman
William Hartman, 79, passed away on December 15, 2022 in Springfield, Missouri. He completed a Bachelor of Music Education at the University of Kansas in 1966 and a Master of…
Kilian Garrido Wins Gold Award at the World Classical Music Awards
Kilian Garrido was awarded the Gold Award for Modern Music at the World Classical Music Awards. 477 applicants entered from 24 countries in various categories. Entrants submitted a video that…
Two Trombone Christmas Events Hosted in Colorado Springs
Bare Bones Trombone Choir, a community ensemble based out of Colorado Springs, Colorado, recently hosted two events for Trombone Christmas on November 26th at Bancroft Park and December 11th at…
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Announces Opening for Tenure-Track Professor of Trombone
The University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign School of Music invites applications for an Assistant or Associate Professor of Trombone. This is a tenure-track position to begin August 16, 2023. Responsibilities Teach…
Graduate Assistantship in Trombone at the University of Northern Colorado
A Graduate Assistantship in Trombone at the University of Northern Colorado is available for a tenor trombone or bass trombone student beginning a Master of Music or Doctor of Arts…
Central Michigan University Announces Opening for Tenure-Track Professor of Trombone
Central Michigan University is pleased to announce an opening for Assistant Professor of Music in Trombone. This is a full-time, 9-month, tenure-track position. Required Qualifications: Doctorate in music performance, or…
University of Wisconsin Whitewater Hosts Trombone Day in 2023
On February 5, 2023, UW-Whitewater will host Trombone Day. Middle school trombonists (grades 7-8), high school trombonists (grades 9-12), college trombonists, adult-amateur and professional level trombonists are all eligible to…
Bob McChesney Releases New Album
In their first album together as co-leaders, trombonist Bob McChesney and his wife, vocalist Calabria Foti, release Together For Christmas. The promotional release states the album is “a delightful mix…