Sebastian Vera and Nick Schwartz

The Trombone Retreat

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Universal stories of struggle, inspiration and achievement through the eyes of trombone players. Equal parts thoughtful and hilarious. Hosted by Sebastian Vera, principal trombonist of the Pittsburgh Opera and Nick Schwartz, principal bass trombonist of the New York City Ballet.

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Sebastian Vera and Nick Schwartz

Episodes

Bonus Episode: What is a trombone? 09.11.2020 50:13

Send us Fan Mail For this bonus episode Nick and Sebastian join the "Isn't That Something" podcast hosted by Ralph Crewe for a deep dive on the trombone and mouthpiece duets. Also introducing special features with Patreon: www.patreon.com/tromboneretreat Learn more about the Trombone Retreat and upcoming festival here: linktr.ee/tromboneretreat Hosted by Sebastian Vera - @js.vera (i...

David Binder 26.10.2020 1:23:24

Send us Fan Mail Nick and Sebastian talk to David Binder, second trombonist of the Detroit Symphony Orchestra about audition preparation, banjo-pickin', and why Northwestern trombonists are so handsome. Also introducing special features with Patreon: www.patreon.com/tromboneretreat Learn more about the Trombone Retreat and upcoming festival here: linktr.ee/tromboneretreat Hosted by Sebastian...

Amanda Stewart 06.10.2020 1:41:49

Send us Fan Mail Nick and Sebastian talk to Amanda Stewart, Associate Principal trombonist of the St. Louis Symphony Orchestra about lemon pledge, popping out pedals D's and mental health as an artist. Also introducing special features with Patreon: www.patreon.com/tromboneretreat Learn more about the Trombone Retreat and upcoming festival here: linktr.ee/tromboneretreat Hosted by Sebastian V...

Steve Wolfinbarger 16.09.2020 1:19:53

Send us Fan Mail Nick and Sebastian talk to Dr. Steve Wolfinbarger, professor of trombone at Western Michigan University, about the art of practicing, building a studio culture and the nuances of Arthur Pryor. Also introducing special features with Patreon: www.patreon.com/tromboneretreat Learn more about the Trombone Retreat and upcoming festival here: linktr.ee/tromboneretreat Hosted by Sebastia...

Dave Nelson 11.08.2020 1:00:40

Send us Fan Mail Nick and Sebastian talk to trombonist, multi-instrumentalist, arranger and producer Dave Nelson about mysteriously recording for Taylor Swift's new album, following where opportunities lead and never being afraid to acquire new skills. Also introducing special features with Patreon: www.patreon.com/tromboneretreat Learn more about the Trombone Retreat and upcoming festival he...

James Markey 27.07.2020 2:03:29

Send us Fan Mail Nick and Sebastian talk to James Markey, bass trombonist of the Boston Symphony Orchestra about early musical development, battling perfectionism and the importance of listening. Also introducing special features with Patreon: www.patreon.com/tromboneretreat Learn more about the Trombone Retreat and upcoming festival here: linktr.ee/tromboneretreat Hosted by Sebastian Vera - @js.v...

Ron Wilkins 03.07.2020 1:32:26

Send us Fan Mail Nick and Sebastian talk to legendary trombonist Ron Wilkins about coming back from the brink against COVID-19, waking up to a civil rights movement and how his musical story is just getting started. Also introducing special features with Patreon: www.patreon.com/tromboneretreat Learn more about the Trombone Retreat and upcoming festival here: linktr.ee/tromboneretreat Hosted by Se...

Jason Byerlotzer 25.06.2020 1:19:33

Send us Fan Mail Nick and Sebastian talk to Jason Byerlotzer, principal trombonist of the Hawaii Symphony Orchestra and Royal Hawaiian Band about his life on an island, persevering through FIVE different orchestra bankruptcies and realizing the big picture in life. Also introducing special features with Patreon: www.patreon.com/tromboneretreat Learn more about the Trombone Retreat and upcoming fes...

Kenneth Thompkins 11.06.2020 1:08:41

Send us Fan Mail Nick and Sebastian talk to Kenneth Thompkins, principal trombonist of the Detroit Symphony Orchestra about BLM, optimal mental strategies and aggressively pants-less conductors. Also introducing special features with Patreon: www.patreon.com/tromboneretreat Learn more about the Trombone Retreat and upcoming festival here: linktr.ee/tromboneretreat Hosted by Sebastian Vera - @js.ve...

Megumi Kanda 31.05.2020 1:29:48

Send us Fan Mail Nick and Sebastian talk to Megumi Kanda, principal trombonist of the Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra about overcoming adversity, surprise auditions and black market orchestral excerpts. Also introducing special features with Patreon: www.patreon.com/tromboneretreat Learn more about the Trombone Retreat and upcoming festival here: linktr.ee/tromboneretreat Hosted by Sebastian Vera - @...

Marshall Gilkes 19.05.2020 1:23:37

Send us Fan Mail Nick and Sebastian talk to two-time Grammy nominated trombonist and composer, Marshall Gilkes. They talk being a musician in New York, crazy gig stories, and not putting ourselves in boxes. Also introducing special features with Patreon: www.patreon.com/tromboneretreat Learn more about the Trombone Retreat and upcoming festival here: linktr.ee/tromboneretreat Hosted by Sebastian...

Tim Higgins 07.05.2020 1:33:16

Send us Fan Mail Nick and Sebastian talk to Tim Higgins, principal trombonist of the San Francisco Symphony and professor of trombone at Northwestern University and the San Francisco Conservatory of Music. They talk quarantine life, cocktails and the future of classical music. Also introducing special features with Patreon: www.patreon.com/tromboneretreat Learn more about the Trombone Retreat and...

Denson Paul Pollard 16.04.2020 1:26:27

Send us Fan Mail For their debut episode, Nick and Sebastian talk to southern gentleman, Denson Paul Pollard, Principal Bass Trombonist of the Metropolitan Opera as well as Professor of Trombone at the University of Indiana about his unconventional path to success. Also introducing special features with Patreon: www.patreon.com/tromboneretreat Learn more about the Trombone Retreat and upcoming fes...