Edwards

As we continue to gear up for the upcoming Alessi Tenor Trombone, I’ve had to make some tough decisions. The T350 has been our standard tenor model since our inception in 1989. However, since we added the T350-E to the catalog a number of years ago, T350 sales have decreased as more and more players have gravitated to Edge Braced valve sections. So as of now, the T350-E is now our standard Axial Flow valve tenor trombone.

We will still produce the T350 for those that want it, but these will only be made couple times a year. Delivery will be slower than the T350-E. There is no need to worry for those of you with a standard braced T350 on order. Current orders will be made to your specifications. By moving in this direction, we will free up valuable time in the production schedule for the new Alessi Model.

This does not affect our bass trombone models, so no worries to you breathers of the hot, slow air.

There are quite a few Edwards trombone sections in symphonies around the world. We recently received this photo, taken shortly after the São Paulo Symphony performed the Bartok Concerto for Orchestra. Thanks to Alex for providing the pic!

Some days things come across the desk that just must be shared.

Mr. Scotty Shelsta has once again brought the music of yester-year to the public’s attention. A nice article was written about one of his performances and this article can be read here.

Ray Vasquez has been practicing. If you are anywhere near Alabama you should try to attend his upcoming recital. Hear trumpet playing at its finest.

Auburn University Recital Hall
Samford Drive
Auburn, Alabama
Friday, November 7, 2008
7:30pm – 9:30pm

Support the arts. If we don’t, who will?

It is always nice to see new (meaningful) material on the internet. Cleveland Orchestra Principal Trombonist (and Edwards Artist) Massimo La Rosa recently launched a new site.

Go into the multimedia area for some sound clips and videos that will definitely inspire you.

The day after Dave Taylor premiered the Daniel Schnyder Bass Trombone Concerto a number of years ago, he recorded the piece for a television program. This session is now available on YouTube. He was accompanied by the Absolute Ensemble NYC, conducted by Kristjan Jaervi.

Movement 1

Movement 2

Movement 3