British Trombone Society

14/06/2026

We can only offer places to people who are resident in the UK for the duration of the programme (i.e. academic year 2026-27) We welcome applications from young people from throughout the UK who…

13/06/2026

**Artist Announcement**

We are absolutely thrilled to welcome Katy Jones Trombone as one of our guest artists this year!

Katy is an internationally renowned trombonist, educator, and breathing specialist whose remarkable career has taken her to concert halls across the globe, from Japan and Korea to the USA and Morocco.

She is currently Principal Trombonist of the Hallé Orchestra, Senior Tutor at the Royal Northern College of Music, and a qualified Buteyko Breathing Practitioner. Previously, Katy was Co-Principal Trombone with the London Symphony Orchestra, becoming the first female brass principal in the orchestra’s history. Her playing can also be heard on the soundtracks of more than 50 films and video games, including Star Wars: Episode III – Revenge of the Sith and several films in the Harry Potter series!

We're incredibly excited to have Katy join us and to share her unique expertise, insight, and musicianship. After all, breathing is for life not just for wind players! 🌟

Please join us in giving Katy a very warm welcome! 👏🎶

11/06/2026

**CALL FOR TUBA PLAYERS**

Red Note Ensemble is currently looking for 100 tuba players to take part in a rare performance of Anthony Braxton’s legendary Composition No. 19 (For 100 Tubas) as part of Lammermuir Festival 2026.

They are inviting tuba, sousaphone, euphonium, baritone, Wagner tuba and tenor horn players of all experience levels (amateur, student or professional) to join us for this extraordinary outdoor performance at Amisfield Walled Garden, East Lothian.

Please note that this is an unpaid opportunity, and unfortunately they cannot provide travel support to participants, so we encourage local players to apply.

Originally written in the 1970s and only very rarely performed, Braxton’s remarkable work brings together four marching brass bands moving through the space to create an immersive and unforgettable sound world as twilight falls.

Amisfield Walled Garden
Saturday 19 September 2026
13:00–19:30
Ages 16+

Registration deadline: 2 August

Come and be part of something unique.

Register via the link here - https://www.rednoteensemble.com/event/call-out-for-tuba-players/

10/06/2026

🪊🪊British Trombone Festival 2026 🪊🪊

The British Trombone Festival returns on the 24th & 25th of October 2026 at Royal Birmingham Conservatoire for a weekend celebrating everything trombone!

We’re thrilled to announce our special guest artists for this year:

○ Katy Jones Trombone
○ Matthew Gee
○ Christopher Augustine
○ Sue Addison
○ John Suchet
○ Apollo Premadasa
○ Josh Cirtina
○ Sophie Bright
○ Concert Trombone Quartet
○ The Royal Corps of Army Music
○ Rory Ingham's Trombone Assembly
○ Steve Thompson
○ Jess Bull Anderson (Artist in residence)

🎟 Ticket sales are now open!
Book here 👉https://www.ticketsource.com/british-trombone-society
and join us for an unforgettable weekend!
📍 Saturday 24 October 2026
📍 Sunday 25 October 2026

Special room rates are also available at the Conference Aston Hotel, just a five minute walk from the venue.
See you there!

A huge thank you to our sponsors for making this happen!

EGGER, Hawkins Mutes, Phil Parker Ltd, RSL Awards, S. E. Shires Company, Wells Cathedral School & Yamaha Music London

03/06/2026

Bushey and District Jazz Ensemble are Recruiting!

They are currently on the search for Trombone and Trumpet players «BADJE is a Big Band with over 400 arrangements of classic and contemporary tunes from the1930°s through to the present day.»

They rehearse on Tuesday evenings at the Baptist Church, 34 High Street, Pickmansworth, WD3
1PH/ 7.45 to 10pm.

Contact Joy for more information
[email protected]

14/05/2026

🪊🪊British Trombone Festival 2026 🪊🪊

The British Trombone Festival returns on the 24th & 25th of October 2026 at Royal Birmingham Conservatoire for a weekend celebrating everything trombone!

Join us for:
✨ Massed Trombone Ensemble
✨ Youth Events
✨ West End Workshop
✨ Breathing Workshop
✨ Historical Trombones
✨ Masterclasses
✨ Jazz Sessions
✨ Jazz Evening Concert
✨ Guest Artist Recitals
✨ Competition Finals
✨ Trade Stands
✨ Prize Draws

We’re thrilled to welcome some incredible artists and guests to this year’s festival, and we’ll be announcing them over the coming weeks, stay tuned!

All competition finals will take place throughout the weekend, a fantastic opportunity to hear and support outstanding finalists live.

This festival brings us all together, no matter your age, ability, or background, and we welcome everyone, BTS members and non-members alike.

🎟 Ticket sales are now open!

Book here 👉https://www.ticketsource.com/british-trombone-society
and join us for an unforgettable weekend!

📍 Saturday 24 October 2026
📍 Sunday 25 October 2026

Special room rates are also available at the Conference Aston Hotel, just a five minute walk from the venue.

See you there!

13/05/2026

A really great opportunity to play with one of the worlds top big bands!

More info in post!

11/05/2026

A super inspiring read, featuring trombonist Symone Hutchinson!

If you haven’t checked out Big Noise now it’s your time 😀

Symone Hutchison is among the Stirling kids whose lives have been transformed by the Venezuelan-inspired Big Noise music movement. Read more: https://ebx.sh/XEjziW