The Alto Picked Mike Lake
skills-and-bones' podcast
Mike Lake shares some nice stories about his journey and how the alto trombone suits him as a musician. Make sure to check out all of his products such as method books, originial compositions and many talks with some of the jazz greats.
info_outline
Christopher Bassett: About Being a Musician
skills-and-bones' podcast
This episode Christopher Bassett, the bass trombonist of the San Francisco Symphony Orchestra, talks about being a musician first. He gives great advice about being the best version of yourself while being a musician and playing whatever instrument you play. As always if you have something to share here on this platform please contact us at Check out all of the great things Mr. Bassett is doing: Host: Matthew Driscoll Cohost: Bruce Faske
info_outline
The Passion of Music is Alive and Well with Samantha Hogan!
skills-and-bones' podcast
Happy Holidays everyone! During the pandemic musicians were able to meet more online and it made for a challenging time, but also fruitful time to make connections that otherwise may not have happened if we were all in our everyday lives of working or being students. Our guest today falls in this category. I was looking personally for works by women composers for a recital I was working on and found Samanthan Hogan’s work, Mill Creek Trombone Concerto. There are clever, meaningful, and quirky melodies that stand out and I thought to myself I am going to do this one. So I let her know...
info_outline
Breaking Barriers with Hillary Simms
skills-and-bones' podcast
This episode features trombonist Hillary Simms. She has accomplished a lot in a short time and I personally look up to her. She has so many pedagogical ideas that she shares with us and on her social media platforms. A side note; I was feeling cheeky when introducing her because I had been teaching a young euphonium student that likes to play the Canada National anthem, so forgive me for not being absolutely 100 percent correct with my geography. Either way take a listen and before you do I have a few things I am thankful for in 2024. New friendship and partnership Bruce Faske Friends and...
info_outline
Trombone Professor, Dr. Anthony Williams
skills-and-bones' podcast
I went back to my roots on this one - going solo and talking one on one with a trombone friend. Meet Dr. Anthony Williams as he speaks about some of his major influences as a musician. He shares some pedagogical views about trombone, being a musician, and takes us into what it might be like studying in his studio at the University of Northern Iowa. He is passionate about commissioning and playing new and different works with a fusion of styles for trombone. Williams can be seen playing in a big band, jazz combo or symphony orchestra throughout the calendar year.
info_outline
Skills and Bones Found a Diamond! Meet Frank Cohen
skills-and-bones' podcast
This episode has been in the works for a little over 3 years now. My original intention was to meet the members of Brass Against and talk to the brass players about the band and all kinds of other topics. I followed up on the message about 2-3 months ago and I received a response. (I was one happy camper) They said, “Frank will do it!” So then I began researching Frank Cohen. After falling into that rabbit hole I discovered, Frank has done a lot! He’s a member of Brass Against and he currently is lead trombone/soloist with Arturo O’Farrill and the Afro Latin Jazz Orchestra, with Willie...
info_outline
Trombonist and Singer-Songwriter, Hailey Brinnel
skills-and-bones' podcast
Do you ever come across an artist or person not in your field and just think very highly of them? For me there are some athletes, motivational speakers, teachers, maybe a few actors, and for this particular episode is Hailey Brinnel. When I first listened to her albums, I was extremely impressed with her trombone playing, singing, and songwriting. I was instantly a fan. It is these types of interviews I get to do where I feel like a fan and am so gracious they give up some of their time to share their story and knowledge in music and trombone. Visit Hailey's website:
info_outline
Extend Your Trombone Knowledge with Nikki Abissi
skills-and-bones' podcast
This is the first episode with a co-host. Bruce Faske from episode one of this season has agreed to join me on the search for trombone treasures during season 5. Here is our first collaboration interviewing trombonist, educator, and entreprenuer, Nikki Abissi. We learn about Nikki growing up with tips she's learned along the way about trombone, teaching, and life in general. I hope you enjoy! Nikki's website:
info_outline
Roll Tide with Bruce Faske
skills-and-bones' podcast
Season 5 is here. Enjoy the first episode with Dr. Bruce Faske, the new trombone professor at the University of Alabama. Plus you just might be hearing more from with on this podcast as the season unfolds. His life experiences early on brings a unique prospective to his teaching strategies. Take a listen!
info_outline
Injury comebacks with Jonathan Allen
skills-and-bones' podcast
On this episode of Skills and Bones we get to know Dr. Jonathan Allen and discuss injury comebacks. The first injury was an old shoulder injury and has some tips about what he did during his time off the horn. Allen also opens up about his struggles with focal dysonia and the steps and therapies to get back to playing shape.
info_outlineThis epidsode I had the pleasure to interview Dr. Bradley Palmer and discuss the beginning days to the Southeast Trombone Symposium and more.