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Bynum's Summer 2009 News

This summer, Dr. Bynum launched his new website (www.bonesdeep.com)  for promotional and educational purposes. In addition to information about upcoming projects and practice tips, you can find soundclips and a helpful links page. 

Dr. Bynum has also recently been named as the Journal Advertising Manager for the International Trombone Association.   He will assume this role after the October issue.          

He has also been added to the Artist/Clinician roster for the Edwards Instrument Company. 

Bynum is currently piecing together a recital program for a fall tour and potential recording project.  More details to come.   

                                                                                                                                                                   

Cameron Jones selected for AIB

This February, Cameron was selected as one of two bass trombonists in the state of Arkansas to participate with the Arkansas Intercollegiate Band.  After a successful audition, he was placed in the top chair.  Each year, the AIB presents a concert at the ASBOA All-State Convention in Hot Springs.  Congratulations Cameron!

                                                                                                                                                           

Paul Pollard comes to OBU

On February 7-8 Paul Pollard, bass trombonist of the Metropolitan Opera Orchestra, presented a masterclass and solo recital in the McBeth Recital Hall on campus.  Paul shared his extremely musical and versatile approach with members of the studio.  His performance of new music and standards of the bass trombone repertoire was enjoyed by all.  In addition, Paul expounded on his thoughts of talent versus work ethic.  His model of achievement  was an inspiration to everyone.  Thanks Paul!

                                                                                                                                                                       

Members of OBU Studio attend Baylor Trombone Day

On Sunday 10/26/08 five members of the trombone studio, along with Mr. Bynum, traveled to Waco, TX to attend the Baylor Trombone Day.  Now in it's third year, this event has showcased many of the world's finest trombonists.  For this year, we were fortunate enough to witness Joseph Alessi in recital and masterclass.   After an outstanding recital that featured works by Hindemith, Tomasi, Pryor, and Vivaldi, Mr. Alessi, along with Peter Ellefson, conducted a two-hour masterclass.  The entire audience was amazed at the ability of both Alessi and Ellefson to draw out the very best from each participant.  Special thanks to Mr. Brent Philips and the Baylor Trombone Studio for organizing and hosting this event!

                             

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

                                                                                                                                                                   

 

                Bynum attends the Charlie Vernon Trombone Workshop

From July 28th  through August 2nd, Dr.  Bynum attended Charlie Vernon's Trombone Workshop on the campus of Northwestern University.  Only in its second year, the purpose of the workshop is to focus on the fundamentals of trombone performance. 

Charlie Vernon, bass trombonist of the Chicago Symphony Orchestra, works with 16 participants on the core issues of sound, technique, and artistry.  In addition, Vernon performed a solo recital of works for alto, tenor, and bass trombone.  

                                                                                                                                         

                               Trombonist Nitzan Haroz comes to OBU

From February 24th-25th, Nitzan Haroz presented  a recital and masterclass while on the campus of OBU. Mr. Haroz currently serves as principal trombonist of the Philadelphia Orchestra and as a member of the Hidas Trio.

Haroz joined the Philadelphia Orchestra as principal trombone in 1995. He previously served as assistant principal trombone of the New York Philharmonic and as principal trombone of the Rishon-Le Zion Symphony and Opera Orchestra. He also held the position of first trombone of the Israel Defense Forces Orchestra and performed with the Jerusalem Symphony Orchestra. Haroz has appeared as a soloist with the Philadelphia Orchestra and the Israel Philharmonic Orchestra. An active chamber musician, he won first prize at the François Shapira Competition and received several America-Israel Cultural Foundation Scholarships.

He has commissioned and premiered several works for trombone and harp and has given recitals in such venues as the Meridian International Center in Washington, D.C.; the International Harp Congress in France; and the Tel Aviv Museum. Haroz has also performed with the Rishon-Le Zion Brass Quintet, the Israel Defense Forces Brass Quintet and the Israel Brass Ensemble. He joined the faculty of The Curtis Institute of Music in 1998.

The recital took place on Sunday, February 24th at 8:00pm in the McBeth Recital Hall. Mr. Haroz was accompanied by Kazuo Murakami, collaborative pianist on faculty at Truman State University. The program featured staples from the solo trombone repertoire as well as new compositions.

The masterclass took place on Monday, February 25th from 2:00 to 4:00 pm in McBeth Recital Hall. Members from the OBU Brass Studios performed for Mr. Haroz and were offered comments and critique. Haroz also addressed musical and fundamental issues of brass performance and allowed time for questions.
 

 

                                                                                                                                                                           

                     Bynum solos with the Eastern Iowa Brass Band

OBU Low Brass Professor Josh Bynum was invited to perform Alexandre Guilmant's Morceau Symphonique in front of the award-winning Eastern Iowa Brass Band for their December 15th "Home for the Holidays" concert.  Despite inclement weather conditions, attendance for the concert was at full capacity.  Following his performance, Bynum performed a few encores as the soloist with the band's trombone ensemble "Bones Deep". 

The 35-member band performs from a repertoire which features original works for brass band, as well as arrangements of well known orchestral and wind band literature. In addition, featured soloists are frequently used in concert programs which also include marches, medleys, hymn tune arrangements, folk songs, American patriotic offerings, Broadway showtunes, and novelty features. The majority of the band's concert schedule takes place during the summer months for community celebrations, civic events, and countless special festivals. They have performed in a variety of settings, from ornate concert halls to outdoor parks.

The EIBB has competed in the NABBA annual championship competition since 1986 and has been named division champions six times. They have also won seven NABBA video competitions. In 1991, the band was featured by the Smithsonian Institution in the Festival of American Folklife in Washington D.C. On four occasions EIBB has been invited to present a feature program at the annual convention of the Iowa Bandmasters Association, and recently performed to a sellout crowd at the American School Band Directors Association convention.

Under the direction of Mr. Casey Thomas, the EIBB has recently competed in the U.S. Open Brass Band Championship held in Arlington Heights, Illinois. The band finished among the top four bands, placing in their highest finish yet since beginning competing some five years ago.
 

                                                                                                                                                                                                                     

                        Trombonist David Perkel comes to OBU 

On Friday, November 2nd, David Perkel came to the OBU campus to work with the members of the trombone studio, as well as the OBU Jazz Band and Brass Choir. Mr. Perkel is the lead trombonist of the U.S. Navy Band Commodores, who performed in Hot Springs that evening.

Mr. Perkel is an active educator, having spent five years as an Artist in Residence at the Sewanee Summer Music Festival in Tennessee. He has taught at many schools in the Washington D.C./Baltimore area including a one year appointment at Towson University. Mr. Perkel lives in Springfield, Virginia with his wife MaryAnn, a member of the ASO, and their son, Noah.

 

  

                                                                                                                                                                                       

                        Bynum selected as participant  in 2007 Alessi Seminar 

From July 29th through August 7th, Dr. Bynum was one of sixteen  trombonists from around the world selected to participate in the Alessi Seminar.  While there, Bynum worked with Joseph Alessi (principal trombonist, New York Philharmonic) in a series of master classes, private lessons, and ensemble coaching as part of the 2007 Alessi Seminar. 

This seminar is considered by many to be the most important workshop available for trombonists.  Alessi is not only one of the premiere trombone soloists in the world, but is also regarded as a master teacher.