Category: Guest Artists
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SlideHawks T-Shirts For Sale!
All proceeds go to the University of Iowa Trombone Studio Guest Artist Fund. Please consider purchasing a shirt to support bringing in top professionals to the University of Iowa. CafePress link .
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Wycliffe Gordon Masterclass
On October 31, 2013 Wycliffe Gordon presented a masterclass to the Brass Area. Wycliffe focused on connecting our ability to sing to what we can do on the horn. When we sing we often use the “correct” technique. When we pick up the horn we do something entirely different. If we sing more and learn…
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Dr. Jonathan Whitaker Masterclass
Dr. Jonathan Whitaker, Assistant Trombone Professor at the University of Alabama, presented a masterclass during Trombone Seminar on October 11, 2012. Dr. Whitaker performed three of Jean Michel Defaye’s pieces in the styles of Debussy, Stravinky, and Vivaldi. Following his performance, Dr. Whitaker coached two of the members of the trombone studio. In addition to…
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Masterclass with LA Philharmonic James Miller
On September 17, 2012 the University of Iowa hosted Iowa native James Miller, Associate Principal Trombone of the Los Angeles Philharmonic. Mr. Miller played several pieces, including one of J.S. Bach’s Cello Suites and an Improvisation. Following his performance, Mr. Miller coached several University of Iowa trombone students on solo pieces and orchestra excerpts. James…
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Michael Dease Residency
Last week the University of Iowa had the privilege of hosting jazz trombonist Michael Dease for two days. Michael presented a masterclass to the trombone studio on developing fundamentals and how to achieve an ideal sound. He also performed that night with Johnson County Landmark, under the direction of Dr. John Rapson, and the faculty…
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Fall 2011 Events Poster
Fall 2011 Events Poster
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Trombone Shorty – Coming to Iowa City
One of the top acts in the world for our instrument is Trombone Shorty. He will be performing at the Englert Theater in downtown Iowa City on October 22, 2011 at 8:00 PM. General admission tickets are available for $18.00 in advance, and $20.00 at the door. Don’t miss this opportunity to hear one of…
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Guest Artist Page Updated
I have updated the 2011-2012 Guest Artist info page. We are fortunate to have jazz soloist Mike Dease and bass trombonist of the Detroit Symphony, Randall Hawes as guest artists this year.
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Fall 2010-Spring 2011 Recap
This has been a busy and exciting year in the Trombone Studio at the University of Iowa. Here is a recap of the many events, awards, and appointments: Spring/Summer 2010 Dr. Joshua Bynum (alumni) – appointed Assistant Professor of Trombone at the University of Georgia Casey Thomas – appointed Visiting Assistant Professor of Music at…
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Cory Mixdorf Residency
Dr. Cory Mixdorf, Assistant Professor of Trombone at Georgia State University, presented a masterclass and recital yesterday at the University of Iowa. The masterclass was based on Dr. Mixdorf’s doctoral thesis – “Programmatic Elements of Orchestral Excerpts.” Using examples from standard orchestral excerpts, Dr. Mixdorf showed how understanding the program of the work can help…
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