The Trombone Retreat
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.
Podcasting since 2020 • 59 episodes
The Trombone Retreat
Latest Episodes
Peter Moore Live at the British Trombone Festival!
Nick and Sebastian visit jolly England to visit the British Trombone Festival. While there they had a chance to sit down with Peter Moore, the prodigious trombonist whose career drew great attention from the age of only 12 years old! From his b...
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Episode 46
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Ian Bousfield's Harmonious World
We're now on YouTube! Enjoy this episode with our new enhanced video content on our YouTube channel, please like and subscribe!!Join us for an inspiring conversation with th...
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Wycliffe Gordon Live at the International Trombone Festival: From Rural Roots to Jazz Fame
If you're like us you've been blown away hearing our next guest at some point in your life. Join us for an eye-opening conversation with the legendary Wycliffe Gordon as he shares his musical journey from rural Georgia to performing with the gr...
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Episode 44
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Tales of Transition, Teaching, and Triumph with Jonathan Whitaker
Ever wondered what it's like to pack up your life's work and plant roots in new academic soil? Join me as I chat with the tenacious Jonathan Whitaker about his joys, philosophies and his surprising decision to move from the University of Alabam...
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Episode 43
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