Adam Uliassi, trombone

Northwestern Bienen School of Music

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Spring Showcase: Concert Band, Symphonic Band, and Wind Ensemble – Jason H. Nam, Eric M. Smedley, and Donald McKinney, conductors

Musical Arts Center

At this concert, the Royal Stockholm Philharmonic Orchestra’s own Jakob Nilsson steps into the spotlight as soloist in the Trombone Concerto by Danish composer Launy Grøndahl. “It’s a standard work that every trombonist knows. It’s lyrical and powerful – comparable to Elgar’s Cello Concerto or Grieg’s Piano Concerto. It showcases the instrument’s full range,” says Jakob Nilsson.

Allan Pettersson’s Eighth

Stockholm City Hall

In this delightful concert, SoNA" class="css-u850" data-mark-multiple="true">SoNA pairs one of the most famous pieces ever written with some of the greatest music you’ve never heard!  The whole first half of the evening is an exploration of relatively unknown pieces from three different continents (Australia, Europe, and South America), after which we return to Germany and Mozart’s “Jupiter” Symphony.  This powerful piece of music raised the bar for all composers who came after Mozart, complete with a barnstorming finale that combines all 5 of its opening themes into a “you-have-to-hear-it” fugal explosion.  A “Russian Rag” from Australia?  You just have to hear it and romp in the fun!  Featuring SoNA’s principal trombonist Cory Mixdorf playing Grondahl’s fantastic concerto, as well as Argentine composer Osvaldo Golijov’s hauntingly beautiful and affecting “Tenebrae”, written just over 20 years ago, yet timeless.

Jupiter Rising

Walton Arts Center

Concerto Competitions are an opportunity for students to showcase their abilities and win the opportunity to perform with the SFCM Orchestra conducted by Edwin Outwater.

Woodwinds, Brass, Percussion, Harp Concerto Competition Finals

San Francisco Conservatory of Music

Das Beste aus Edvard Griegs populärer Schauspielmusik, ein launiges Blechbläserkonzert mit hr-Solo-Posaunist Norwin Hahn sowie eine heiter-überschwängliche Dvořák-Sinfonie – das sind die Garanten für einen beglückenden Saison-Auftakt unserer Kompakt-Konzert-Reihe Quick & Classy. Feine gezeichnete Klangbilder aus dem hohen Norden begegnen romantischer Posaunen-Virtuosität aus Dänemark und einer Sinfonie des großen tschechischen Sinfonikers, in der sich erstmals sein Melodie-Reichtum in seiner ganzen Fülle zeigt – genau das Richtige für das hr-Sinfonieorchester und auch für den Dirigenten des Abends: Vassilis Christopoulos.

Happy Trombone

Bertramstraße 8

Study concert with trombone students under Jesper Juul

Study concert with trombone students

The Studio Hall

Join us for an enchanting evening with the Bienen Ensembles Trombone Choir at Northwestern University's Bienen School of Music. This special performance is scheduled for Sunday, May 19, 2024, at 7:30pm CDT, taking place in the prestigious Pick-Staiger Concert Hall. Under the direction of Reed Capshaw, the Trombone Choir will present a repertoire of music specifically written and arranged for trombones, showcasing the depth and versatility of this magnificent brass instrument.

Tickets are affordably priced at $6 for the general public and $4 for students with a valid ID, making this event accessible to all who wish to experience the rich sounds of the trombone in a live performance setting. 

Pick-Staiger Concert Hall, with its 972-seat capacity, is located at 50 Arts Circle Drive on the Evanston campus of Northwestern University. The hall is a cornerstone of the university's vibrant arts community, serving as a venue for a wide array of musical performances since its opening in 1975. The main lobby entrance, accessible from the west side of the building, welcomes guests into a space designed for both acoustic excellence and audience comfort.

Don't miss this opportunity to support the talented musicians of the Bienen School of Music and enjoy an evening of exceptional trombone music. Buy your tickets now and be part of a memorable musical experience.

Trombone Choir

Northwestern University

Join us for an evening of exceptional trombone performance by Griffin Rupp, a talented Bachelor of Music student at the Northwestern Bienen School of Music. This recital, part of the student recitals series, showcases Griffin's mastery under the guidance of esteemed instructors Michael Mulcahy, Reed Capshaw, R. Douglas Wright, and Randall Hawes. The event will also feature performances by Troy Archer and Fiona Shonik on trumpet, Emmett Conway on horn, Noah Vincent on tuba, and Yoko Yamada-Selvaggio on piano.

The program includes a diverse selection of works, highlighting Launy Grøndahl's Concerto for Trombone and Piano, Susan Mutter's Ages, Joan Tower's Copperwave, and Henri Dutilleux's Chorale, Cadence et Fugato, promising an evening of rich musical exploration.

This recital is scheduled for Wednesday, May 8, 2024, at 6:00pm CDT, in the Regenstein Master Class Room at the Bienen School of Music, 60 Arts Circle Drive, Evanston, IL 60208. The Regenstein Master Class Room, known for hosting hundreds of performances and events each year, offers a cozy atmosphere with seating for 200 guests.

Admission to this event is free, and tickets are not required. For those unable to attend in person, a live stream of the recital will be available, ensuring no one misses out on this musical highlight.

Don't miss this opportunity to support emerging musical talent and experience the vibrant community at the Bienen School of Music.

Griffin Rupp, trombone

Join us for an exceptional musical showcase featuring the talented Lola Mae Stevenson on bass trombone, as part of her Master of Music recital. This captivating event will take place on Sunday, May 5, 2024, at 2:30pm CDT in the Regenstein Master Class Room at the Bienen School of Music, Northwestern University.

Lola Mae Stevenson, a distinguished student under the guidance of Michael Mulcahy, Randall Hawes, Reed Capshaw, and R. Douglas Wright, will perform a diverse repertoire that promises to enchant and inspire. The program includes works by Daniela Candillari, Kevin McKee, Robert Spillman, Vinicio A. Meza, Ida Gotkovsky, and Satoshi Yagisawa, featuring compositions such as "Extremely Close," "Iron Horse" for brass quintet, "Concerto for Bass Trombone," "Canción sin palabras," "Lied," and "Love Song."

Supporting Stevenson on stage will be Zach Hommel and Parisa Tofigh on trumpet, Gwen Boros on horn, Tim George on trombone, and Yoko Yamada-Selvaggio on piano, making this recital a collaborative celebration of brass music.

This event is free and open to the public, with no tickets required. It's a perfect opportunity for music enthusiasts and supporters of the arts to experience the vibrant talent within the Northwestern Bienen School of Music community.

The Regenstein Master Class Room, with seating for 200, is located in the Regenstein Hall of Music, adjacent to the Ryan Center for the Musical Arts at 60 Arts Circle Drive, Evanston, IL 60208. Don't miss this opportunity to witness a remarkable performance by emerging artists in the field of music.

Lola Mae Stevenson, bass trombone

Symphony Orchestra of Galicia - Amanda Pinos - José Trigueros - Concert in Vilagarcía

Auditorio Municipal Vilagarcía de Arousa

This program features Symphoria musicians in a wide variety of solo works, and concludes with Haydn’s groundbreaking Farewell Symphony. Enjoy solo performances by Ben Dettleback (trombone), John Friedrichs (clarinet), Xue Su (flute), and Gregory Wood (cello), plus the Symphoria Percussion Ensemble.

Symphoria in the Spotlight

St. Paul's Syracuse, the Downtown Episcopal Church

A recital of Trombone works performed by Gillian Kearney (B.M. '22).

Student Recital: Gillian Kearney, Trombone

Boston Conservatory at Berklee

The final symphony concert of the season presents a Scandinavian program with discoverable works from Sweden and Denmark, as well as a Finnish classic that, surprisingly, originated in Italy. Elfrida Andrée, born in 1841 in Visby on Gotland, was the first female composer in Sweden to venture into the realm of symphonic music. In 1894, she composed her only opera, "Fritiofs Saga," based on a libretto by Selma Lagerlöf, but it was never performed during her lifetime. The trombone concerto by Danish composer Launy Grøndahl from 1924 combines elements of Romanticism, Impressionism, and Nordic folklore and is one of the most significant contributions to the genre. In Lübeck, the piece will be played by the Philharmonic Orchestra's principal trombonist, Stephan Gerblinger.

Launy Grøndahl

Events

Upcoming events

28 - 29 Jun, 2026

9th Symphony Concert · Theater Lübeck

Past events

Apr 20, 2026

Adam Uliassi, trombone · Northwestern Bienen School of Music

Mar 12, 2026

Spring Showcase: Concert Band, Symphonic Band, and Wind Ensemble – Jason H. Nam, Eric M. Smedley, and Donald McKinney, conductors · Indiana University Jacobs School of Music

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