Nick and Sebastian talk to legendary soloist and conductor, Alain Trudel, about coming back to the trombone after an unforeseen life challenge, what it's like to lead an orchestra with a trombonist's mentality and his infectious joy and gratitude for life. Also introducing special features with Patreon: www.patreon.com/tromboneretreat   Hosted by Sebastian Vera - @js.vera (instagram) and Nick Schwartz - @basstrombone444 (instagram)   Produced and edited by Sebastian Vera   Music: Firehorse:...

Welcome to "Meet Your Maker" a special podcast where Sebastian Vera sits down with craftsman to learn about the magic behind their discoveries and nerd out about equipment. For this premiere episode, Sebastian sits down with the quietly brilliant Christan Griego of Edwards Instruments, Griego Mouthpieces and Sota Turntables where they talk about the evolution of the trombone sound, what is being discovered now, and what are the most important things you should be focusing on in your...

Listen to a free preview of "Now Hearing Candidate 1" an exclusive video podcast breaking down the processes and strategies of audition winners from announcement through audition day! Join host Sebastian Vera as he talks to guest Doug Rosenthal, assistant principal trombonist of the Kennedy Center Opera House Orchestra as he shares his story of becoming the last man standing in two major auditions in the span of a week and what personal hurdles he had to overcome first to get there. To...

Nick and Sebastian talk to James Nova, trombonist of the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra about turning tragedy into focus and direction, how taking a chance on a new project changed his life and that time John Williams wrote him a letter.  Also introducing special features with Patreon: www.patreon.com/tromboneretreat   Hosted by Sebastian Vera - @js.vera (instagram) and Nick Schwartz - @basstrombone444 (instagram)   Produced and edited by Sebastian Vera   Music: Firehorse: Mvt 1 - Trot by...

Nick and Sebastian talk to Swedish jazz musician and multi-instrumentalist, Gunhild Carling, about her completely natural music education, how she can play so many different instruments so effortlessly and where musical magic comes from. She's also the first guest that plays for us live!  Also introducing special features with Patreon: www.patreon.com/tromboneretreat   Hosted by Sebastian Vera - @js.vera (instagram) and Nick Schwartz - @basstrombone444 (instagram)   Produced and edited by...

Listen to a free preview of "Now Hearing Candidate 1" an exclusive video podcast breaking down the processes and strategies of audition winners from announcement through audition day! Join host Sebastian Vera as he talks to John Romero, principal trombonist of the Metropolitan Opera and formerly Fort Worth Symphony as he shares his audition story and personal discoveries to success. To hear the entire episode and have access to exclusive perks and features, consider becoming a patron at...

Nick and Sebastian talk to John Romero, principal trombonist of the Metropolitan Opera Orchestra about his tenure process in the times of a pandemic, crazy trips to Russia and how he regained motivation after burnout.  Also introducing special features with Patreon: www.patreon.com/tromboneretreat   Hosted by Sebastian Vera - @js.vera (instagram) and Nick Schwartz - @basstrombone444 (instagram)   Produced and edited by Sebastian Vera   Music: Firehorse: Mvt 1 - Trot by Steven Verhelst...

Nick and Sebastian talk to legendary trombone instructor and former International Trombone Festival Director, Jon Bohls, about his life lessons from over 50(!) years of teaching, the ups and downs running the ITF and the more important lessons we should be teaching young people.   Hosted by Sebastian Vera - @js.vera (instagram) and Nick Schwartz - @basstrombone444 (instagram)   Produced and edited by Sebastian Vera   Music: Firehorse: Mvt 1 - Trot by Steven Verhelst performed live by Brian...

For their first interview live in front of an audience at the International Trombone Festival, Nick and Sebastian talk to Joseph Alessi, principal trombonist of the New York Philharmonic about his life and career, how he views pressure in his position and the poster Sebastian had of him on his wall growing up. Hosted by Sebastian Vera - @js.vera (instagram) and Nick Schwartz - @basstrombone444 (instagram)   Produced and edited by Sebastian Vera   Music: Firehorse: Mvt 1 - Trot by Steven...

Nick interviews his co-host, Sebastian Vera, principal trombonist of the Pittsburgh Opera and River City Brass Band about how they became friends, an almost catastrophic hot tub experience and the importance of failing.   Hosted by Sebastian Vera - @js.vera (instagram) and Nick Schwartz - @basstrombone444 (instagram)   Produced and edited by Sebastian Vera   Music: Firehorse: Mvt 1 - Trot by Steven Verhelst performed live by Brian Santero, Sebastian Vera and Nick Schwartz   Texas sounds:...

Nick and Sebastian talk to Ko-ichiro Yamamoto, principal trombonist of the Seattle Symphony about his path from Japan to the United States, the importance of talking to people when times are hard and a very important proposal from Sebastian.   Hosted by Sebastian Vera - @js.vera (instagram) and Nick Schwartz - @basstrombone444 (instagram)   Produced and edited by Sebastian Vera   Music: Firehorse: Mvt 1 - Trot by Steven Verhelst performed live by Brian Santero, Sebastian Vera and Nick...

Nick and Sebastian talk to Colin Williams, associate principal trombonist of the New York Philharmonic, about facing an almost career ending injury, finding joy with career and family and what it's like playing in a section with both of his teachers.   Hosted by Sebastian Vera - @js.vera (instagram) and Nick Schwartz - @basstrombone444 (instagram)   Produced and edited by Sebastian Vera   Music: Firehorse: Mvt 1 - Trot by Steven Verhelst performed live by Brian Santero, Sebastian Vera and...

Nick and Sebastian talk to Italian trombone soloist Peter Steiner about transitioning from an orchestral career to a solo career, finding balance in social media and his secret chipotle audition hack.   Hosted by Sebastian Vera - @js.vera (instagram) and Nick Schwartz - @basstrombone444 (instagram)   Produced and edited by Sebastian Vera   Music: Firehorse: Mvt 1 - Trot by Steven Verhelst performed live by Brian Santero, Sebastian Vera and Nick Schwartz   Vienna sounds:...

Nick and Sebastian talk to Brad Edwards, professor of trombone at Arizona State University about choosing to be grateful, how composing his lip slur book got him in the best shape of his life, and allowing students to teach themselves.

Nick and Sebastian talk to Randy Hawes, former bass trombonist of the Detroit Symphony Orchestra about looking back on his career in Detroit, his unexpected favorite composer and his smooth dating wisdom for trombonists.

Nick and Sebastian talk to Vanessa Fralick, associate principal trombonist of the Toronto Symphony Orchestra about finding unexpected inspiration during the pandemic, hyper specific goalsetting, and if Canadians are actually really that nice.

Nick and Sebastian talk to Marques Young, composer, bandleader and principal trombonist of the Malaysian Philharmonic Orchestra about how he went from Arkansas to the other side of the world, following his passions for both classical and jazz, and experiencing haunted practice sessions.

Nick and Sebastian talk to Lars Karlin, principal trombonist of the Danish National Symphony Orchestra about running in your own lane, connecting to who you are as a musician after tragedy, and if Scandinavians can hold their alcohol better than Germans.

Nick and Sebastian talk to Brian Hecht, bass trombonist of the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra about being honest with yourself, surviving boot camp and what friends not to crash with before an audition.

For this special holiday episode Nick and Sebastian talk to the one and only Angel Subero, professor of trombone at the Boston Conservatory and Berklee College of Music about being summoned by John Williams, his favorite warmup on a hangover and why he loves Christmas so much.

Sebastian interviews his co-host Nick Schwartz, principal bass trombonist of the New York City Ballet for the first time about recording video game soundtracks at Skywalker Ranch, crossing the border to Juarez on a daily basis as a kid, and finding out the worst news of his life minutes before having to play the Ring at the Met.

Nick and Sebastian talk to Demian Austin, principal trombonist of the Metropolitan Opera Orchestra about operas he loves and hates, taking the unrecommended path to winning a major audition and his ongoing fight with male pattern baldness.

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.tromboneretreat.comHosted by Sebastian Vera - @js.vera (instagram) @sebastianvera (twitter) and...

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.

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.