Studying Trombone & Euphonium at Lamont
At Lamont, trombone and Euphonium students join a studio that values individuality, community, and artistic expression. Led by Prof. Richard Harris, the trombone & euphonium studio is rooted in the belief that every musician has a story to tell—and that true musical expression begins with a strong technical foundation. By mastering the fundamentals, students free themselves from technical barriers and gain the tools to communicate powerfully through their playing.
With an ideal studio size of around 8 undergraduate and 4 graduate students—typically nine tenor and three bass trombonists—Lamont offers an intimate, highly personalized learning environment. This allows for close mentorship, meaningful collaboration, and participation in undergraduate and graduate trombone quartets.
A typical week is anchored by your private lesson with Prof. Harris. The studio begins each morning with a group warmup, fostering both technical consistency and a strong sense of community. Students also participate in informal trombone choir sessions, focused on ensemble playing, intonation, and musical camaraderie. Weekly studio classes dive into solo repertoire, etudes, orchestral excerpts, and audition preparation, while brass performance class provides regular performance opportunities and feedback from the entire brass faculty.
Outside the studio, opportunities abound. Lamont’s size allows for personalized attention and meaningful connections, while the city of Denver offers a vibrant music scene with regional orchestras, gigs, and teaching opportunities. Our students are active performers in the community and often get paid work before they even graduate.
If you’re looking for a place to grow as a musician, artist, and individual, the Lamont’s trombone and euphonium studio offers a vibrant and supportive home.