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The Trombone Corner podcast features interviews with trombone players from around the globe, brought to you by The Brass Ark and Bob Reeves Brass.

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This episode of The Trombone Corner, featuring orchestral trombonist, arranger and composer Gerry Pagano, is brought to you by Bob Reeves Brass and The Brass Ark. The Trombone Corner is now on video! You can watch this episode on our YouTube channel ... more

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This episode of The Trombone Corner, featuring trombonist, band leader and recording artist Fred Wesley, is brought to you by Bob Reeves Brass and The Brass Ark. The Trombone Corner is now on video! You can watch this episode on our YouTube channel h... more

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This episode of The Trombone Corner, featuring British trombonist, composer and arranger Callum Au, is brought to you by Bob Reeves Brass and The Brass Ark. The Trombone Corner is now on video! You can watch this episode on our YouTube channel here: more

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The Trombone Corner Podcast is brought to you by Bob Reeves Brass and The Brass Ark. Join hosts Noah and John as they interview Raymond Mason.

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At 35, Raymond James Mason has rapidly carved out a place as a sought-after studio music... more

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Recent Guests

Fred Wesley
Legendary funk trombonist; James Brown horn arranger and player
Self/Various bands (JBs, George Clinton, Count Basie)
Episode: Fred Wesley: Trombone Funk and a Legendary Career. Ep. 51
Callum Au
British trombonist, composer, arranger, and musical director
Independent artist; works with London scene and international orchestras
Episode: Callum Au: Unlock a Career on Your Own Terms. Ep. 50
Ray Mason
Los Angeles-based trombonist, arranger, and multi-instrumentalist
Studio musician; Antibalas; FELA! musical
Episode: Episode #49 - Raymond Mason
Harry Ries
Dutch trombonist and early music specialist
Independent artist with focus on historical trombone
Episode: Episode #48 - Harry Ries & Markus Leuchter
Markus Leuchter
German trombone maker specializing in historical and modern trombones
Own workshop near Aachen, Germany
Episode: Episode #48 - Harry Ries & Markus Leuchter
John Engelkes
Longtime bass trombonist, San Francisco Symphony
San Francisco Symphony
Episode: Episode #47 - John Engelkes
Tiziano Mazzoleni
Tenor trombonist with a career spanning classical performance, film scores, and video game music
Independent artist / Cologne-Dusseldorf area
Episode: Episode #46 - Tiziano Mazzoleni
Sasha Romero
Principal Trombone of the Metropolitan Opera Orchestra
Metropolitan Opera Orchestra
Episode: Episode #44 - Sasha Romero
Jay Friedman
Retired trombone player and educator
Episode: The Trombone Corner – 2025 Holiday Episode with Special Guests Jay Friedman & Michael Dease

Hosts

John Snell
Host of The Trombone Corner, affiliated with Bob Reeves Brass and The Brass Ark.
Noah Gladstone
Co-host and founder of The Brass Ark, involved with Bob Reeves Brass as well.

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5.0 out of 5 stars from 58 ratings
  • Gerry Pagano

    Thank you for doing this podcast! I’m a band director and ammeter musician from Southeast MO, and I have learned so much from every episode! There is so much wisdom from the stories of each player!

    I would suggest that you ring up Gerry Pagano for an interview. I took a lot of lessons from him while he was with the St. Louis Shnpjony and he’s a great guy, that is a blast to talk to with a unique career arch (no pun intended!). He has the single best bass trombone sound I have ever heard!

    Than... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TreyMoss
    United States2 years ago
  • Just great!

    So many interesting guests, so much interesting information and input! Thanks for putting those together, John and Noah!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    EriKon96
    Germany3 years ago
  • Phenomenal stuff here

    While there are surprisingly a lot of podcasts featuring low brass interviews, I find that this production stands at the top along with the Third Coast podcast. Every episode, I learn a lot from a prominent musician in our field, interviewed by two hosts that are great listeners and know a lot about the instrument. I’d highly recommend to any serious or passionate trombonist in the industry.

    Dr. Stephen Whimple

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dr.StephenWhimple
    United States4 years ago

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Fred Wesley: Trombone Funk and a Legendary Career. Ep. 51
Q: What is the key takeaway for aspiring players?
Learn your instrument well, but also learn the business, be on time, maintain good relationships with fellow musicians, and seize opportunities when they arise.
Fred Wesley: Trombone Funk and a Legendary Career. Ep. 51
Q: Did you jump right in with James Brown or were there rehearsals before the first gig?
Rehearsals were frequent and lengthy, but Fred managed to fall in with the band and learn quickly, solidifying his place in the James Brown orchestra.
Episode #48 - Harry Ries & Markus Leuchter
Q: What is your teaching philosophy for students?
Ries and Leuchter discuss prioritizing sound and rhythm before virtuosity, emphasizing ensemble tuning, and guiding students to understand music as the primary goal over flashy solo work.
Episode #48 - Harry Ries & Markus Leuchter
Q: How did you start playing the trombone?
Harry Ries describes starting at a young age in a brass band, then pursuing formal study and professional roles across several cities before shifting toward early music and historical brass instruments.
Episode #46 - Tiziano Mazzoleni
Q: How did the decision to pursue a solo career evolve?
I gradually shifted focus from aiming for an orchestral position to developing a solo and chamber music career, while maintaining teaching and remote projects to ensure financial stability and artistic growth.

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This show centers on in-depth conversations with trombone players from around the world, spanning classical, jazz, pop sessions, and instrument making. Episodes often explore career journeys, mentorship, practice philosophies, and the economics of modern orchestras and freelancing, with special attention to versatility, collaboration, and the craft of reading rooms and switching genres. Notable angles include historic instrument design, mentorship networks, and the blend of performance with teaching, administration, and entrepreneurship. The format consistently pairs seasoned performers with insightful hosts, producing accessible stories and practical lessons for listeners aiming to build diverse, sustainable careers in brass.

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Recent guests on The Trombone Corner include:

1. Fred Wesley
2. Callum Au
3. Ray Mason
4. Harry Ries
5. Markus Leuchter
6. John Engelkes
7. Tiziano Mazzoleni
8. Sasha Romero

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