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Eastman Summer Trombone Institute
July 20- July 26, 2025 / Monday–Friday, 9 AM–5:30 PM plus some evenings
Mark Kellogg, director
Guest faculty: Larry Zalkind, Chris Azzara, James Martin, Catie Hickey, and Jackson Courtright
This year, we celebrate the 20th installment of the Eastman Summer Trombone Institute! Our institute is an intensive, informative, and supportive environment for players who wish to challenge themselves to be the most complete trombonist and musician possible. This workshop is designed for high school and collegiate students, postgraduate musicians, and music educators wishing to further their skill set.
Your institute experience will include:
- Faculty-led warm-up classes
- Masterclasses
- Trombone Choir
- Rehearsal and performance with our faculty pianist
Special-topic discussions to include:
- Recital/Audition Preparation
- Improvisation
- Orchestral Playing
- Doubling on Low Brass Instruments
Program Information
How to Apply:
A short video audition is required for performer admission to the workshop. The recording should contain approximately five minutes of music encompassing two contrasting works. These works can be movements (or excerpts of movements) from solo pieces, etudes, or orchestral excerpts. Please include something lyrical and something more technical. Recordings are due May 15th, 2025. To apply, please email your resume and recording link(s) to Professor Kellogg at mkellogg@esm.rochester.edu. Please list two references on your résumé.
The institute opens with a Faculty Concert on Sunday, July 20th at 7:30 PM in Kilbourn Hall, followed by an Orientation meeting in Ray Wright Room
Jazz Night: Wednesday, July 23rd at 7:30 PM in Kilbourn Hall
Participant Solo Concert: Friday, July 25th at 7:30 pm in Kilbourn Hall
Trombone Choir Concert: Saturday, July 26th at 11:30 am in Kilbourn Hall
Professional Development Hours: 40
Tuition:
$1,000/ noncredit only (without housing and dining)
$1,528.50/ tuition with housing and dining
“Exceeded my expectations! This experience has refreshed my perspective on trombone playing and becoming a musician.” — 2023 Trombone Institute participant
Read our blog: Eastman Summer Spotlight: 19 Years of Summer Trombone
