OTJ Authors
Brent Phillips
Brent Phillips is currently Assistant Professor of Trombone at Baylor University. Most recently, Mr. Phillips was a member of “The President’s Own” US Marine Band in Washington DC and is currently principal trombone of the Harrisburg Symphony Orchestra in Pennsylvania and principal trombone of the Waco Symphony Orchestra in Texas. Mr. Phillips is an active clinician and guest artist around the country at many colleges and universities and is an Edwards Artist and plays exclusively on Edwards trombones.
OTJ Articles
Washington D. C. Service Bands: Can You Afford Not to Audition?
April 21, 2005This article explores some of my experiences and thoughts as I auditioned and won a position with one of the most prestigious wind bands in the world, 'The President's Own' United States Marine Band.
Choosing a Trombone Studio
February 27, 2005Trombonists who decide to study music have an overwhelming choice of where to attend school. Each school and trombone studio has unique strengths and weaknesses, and which degree and studio you choose is an important decision and will affect your future choices. This article explores the difference in the two main degrees available to music majors, survey results of important criteria in choosing a school and trombone studio, and important things to consider when approaching the audition process.
OTJ Reviews
Return of the Alto: A Review
By Brent Phillips • April 21, 2005Upon the first hearing of this CD I was initially struck by the wide range of stylized and varied material. Mr. Baron in his usual fashion demonstrates exceptional technique and near flawless intonation throughout this disc. We should all tip our hats and present arms to Mr. Barron and his Return of the Alto.