Upcoming Events

NEW!! Online Trombone Seminar with George Curran: July 8-10, 2020! At OTS, for the price of a private lesson, you can perform on LIVE masterclasses, join trombone warm-up and fundamentals classes, and get lessons with Mr. Curran. Additionally, Jim Nova and Nathan Zgonc will be giving special masterclasses just for you! There are trombone hangouts with all of the participants, auditors, and some very special guest artists. The big finale will be a solo recital by George Curran. Participant Class…

COVID-19 has challenged our profession, but there is one thing we can always rely on…community. That’s why we are bringing RMBI 2020 to your home. Featuring a multi-disciplinary online educational experience with masterclasses, inspirational talks, and business seminars, RMBI 2020 is led by the finest brass musicians in the world. Attendees will participate from all over the world, streaming seminars and masterclasses right from their home. They will build relationships with the professional RMBI faculty, growing their career with tools…

This year has presented unparalleled challenges to our students and hindered our ability as musicians to join together. In an effort to provide the best opportunities to our students, we are launching the Virtual Trombone Workshop this July. On behalf of the administrative team, I would like to invite you and your students to participate! The Virtual Trombone Workshop will take place entirely online, via the Zoom platform, from July 15th to 18th, 2020. Registration is completely free! In lieu…

Join Chicago Symphony Orchestra trombonist Charlie Vernon as he shares on the art of singing on the trombone. Many aspects of playing brass instruments will be covered with special emphasis on breathing, and the concepts of air to produce a beautiful tone. Learn to “sing” with your lips! Arnold Jacobs, Charlie’s mentor and teacher, birthed the glorious Chicago brass sound in 1948. Mr. Vernon has continued to provide longevity of this traditional sound in an exceptional way! Event Website

Have your trombone ready and join Professor Elliot Chasanov as he shares his key tips for improving your playing while raising musical awareness. Intended for high school and middle school trombonists, all passionate trombonists are welcome to participate. Throughout the month of July, the U of I School of Music presents Illinois Summer Music ONLINE! All sessions are presented free of charge, all you need is a computer and an internet connection. Register Now! Event Website

For this 21st edition of the Italian Brass Week, although bound by the restrictions for the Covid-19 emergency, we have decided to carry on our mission, using tools and formulas that allow us to donate music, training, emotions and sharing to all those who will join us through our social channels at no cost to participate. A virtual festival but with real musicians. Young interpreters, teachers, international soloists have given life, every year, to a capillary work, full of energy,…

Join DePaul faculty trombonist Mark Fisher for a one-week online trombone intensive, July 27-31. Open to players ages 16-24 with a max of 16 participants, this program will include 5 consecutive days of 3-hour classes and 1 one hour private lesson for each participant. Event Website

We are excited to announce our FREE Online Summit, starting July 28! Be on the lookout for updates and information. We will be uploading Videos and Live Zoom sessions for all to view. Event Website https://youtu.be/iM2bta2s5M4