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The Trombone Retreat
Hosted by Sebastian Vera and Nick Schwartz · arts · EN-US
About this Podcast:
Universal stories of struggle, inspiration and achievement through the eyes of trombone players. Equal parts thoughtful and hilarious. Hosted by Sebastian Vera, principal trombonist of the Pittsburgh Opera and Nick Schwartz, principal bass trombonist of the New York City Ballet.
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What is The Trombone Retreat about?
Universal stories of struggle, inspiration and achievement through the eyes of trombone players. Equal parts thoughtful and hilarious. Hosted by Sebastian Vera, principal trombonist of the Pittsburgh Opera and Nick Schwartz, principal bass trombonist of the New York City Ballet.
Who hosts The Trombone Retreat?
The Trombone Retreat is hosted by Sebastian Vera and Nick Schwartz. The show has published 63 episodes to date.
What has The Trombone Retreat covered recently?
Recent episodes include "Cory Mixdorf's Lessons of Strength, Family and Unyielding Hope" (20 March 2026, 94 minutes), "Jeff Dee: A Story of Persistence and Passion" (3 January 2026, 93 minutes), and "Brittany Lasch on Cats, Beta Blockers, And Parking Garage Wagner" (23 November 2025, 63 minutes).
How often does The Trombone Retreat publish?
The Trombone Retreat publishes roughly every few months, with episodes averaging 73 minutes across 63 episodes.
How hard is it to get booked on The Trombone Retreat?
Booking probability for The Trombone Retreat is 23%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. The Trombone Retreat requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. The Trombone Retreat's contact route on record: verified email.
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The strongest fits for The Trombone Retreat are Artists, Writers & Performers. The Trombone Retreat has an arts audience.
About the host
Sebastian Vera and Nick Schwartz hosts The Trombone Retreat, an arts podcast with 63 episodes published.
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Recent episodes
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Episode #49
Jeff Dee: A Story of Persistence and Passion
Jan 3, 20261h 33mSend us Fan Mail Watch the video of this interview on our YouTube channel! In this episode of the Trombone Retreat podcast from the Third Coast Trombone Retreat, hosts Sebastian Vera and Nick Schwartz have an engaging...
Episode #48
Brittany Lasch on Cats, Beta Blockers, And Parking Garage Wagner
Nov 23, 20251h 3mSend us Fan Mail What if confidence isn’t a mystery, but a practice you can schedule? We sit down with trombonist and educator Brittany Lasch to explore how a teen who left high school early for Manhattan School of...
Episode #47
Michael Dease is One of a Kind
Aug 6, 20251h 22mSend us Fan Mail Follow the Trombone Retreat on YouTube and watch this episode! Interview with Jazz Trombonist of the Year Michael Dease | Third Coast Trombone Retreat Podcast Welcome to the Trombone Retreat podcast by...
Episode #46
Peter Moore Live at the British Trombone Festival!
Nov 11, 20241 hourSend us Fan Mail Nick and Sebastian visit jolly England to visit the British Trombone Festival. While there they had a chance to sit down with Peter Moore, the prodigious trombonist whose career drew great attention...
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Ian Bousfield's Harmonious World
Oct 22, 20241h 49mSend us Fan Mail We're now on YouTube ! Enjoy this episode with our new enhanced video content on our YouTube channel, please like and subscribe!! Join us for an inspiring conversation with the legendary trombonist Ian...
Episode #44
Wycliffe Gordon Live at the International Trombone Festival: From Rural Roots to Jazz Fame
Jun 28, 20241h 9mSend us Fan Mail If you're like us you've been blown away hearing our next guest at some point in your life. Join us for an eye-opening conversation with the legendary Wycliffe Gordon as he shares his musical journey...
Episode #43
Tales of Transition, Teaching, and Triumph with Jonathan Whitaker
Mar 28, 20241h 50mSend us Fan Mail Ever wondered what it's like to pack up your life's work and plant roots in new academic soil? Join me as I chat with the tenacious Jonathan Whitaker about his joys, philosophies and his surprising...
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A Crossover With Trombone Corner
Feb 4, 20241h 28mSend us Fan Mail We spider-man meme with the Trombone Corner Podcast, an episode long overdue. Nick and Sebastian greet John Snell and Noah Gladstone and have an amazing discussion on the evolution of their friendship...
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Trombone Timo tells us what a TikTok is
Feb 1, 20241h 9mSend us Fan Mail In his first podcast interview, Trombone Timo aka Tim Maines as we've always known him hangs with Nick and Sebastian and describes his crazy world of trombone in social media. We talk about how he went...
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Talking the Bernstein Movie and Ultimate Cheap Beer Rankings with Chris Van Hof
Jan 16, 20241h 12mSend us Fan Mail For the first Fifth Position of the new year, Nick and Sebastian are joined by their favorite Michigander Dutchman Chris Van Hof, professor of trombone at Ball State University and Grand Poobah...
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Concert Halls, Mullets and Amish Buffets: An Unconventional Classical Music Trail
Dec 6, 202334 minSend us Fan Mail Can a beard and bow tie truly alter the landscape of a performance? In today's episode, we tackle these questions head-on. We commence on a somber note, sharing news and sending love to our dear friend...
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Holidays, Auditions and Finally Naming This Thing
Nov 28, 202327 minSend us Fan Mail Have you ever wondered what happens when two working musicians try to podcast at 8am? Today, Nick and Seba tian take you behind the scenes of these performances, sharing heartwarming stories that made...
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Brawn, Brass and Ball Pits
Nov 21, 202330 minSend us Fan Mail It's just about Thanksgiving so we have another delicious episode to be thankful for! Have you ever been struck by the strength difference between your left and right arm? We also find ourselves...
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The Best Use of Trombone During the Apocalypse
Nov 14, 202325 minSend us Fan Mail Who knew that finding a suitable name for a podcast could take us on a roller coaster of creativity? Nick and Sebastian sift through all of your brilliant suggestions. We also talk about trombone...
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Science: Trombonists Make the Best Lovers
Nov 7, 202326 minSend us Fan Mail We're doing something new! What is it? Great question! But it's new! So that's cool, right? Introducing Nick and Sebastian's first new weekly pod where they talk about trombone news, weekly gripes...
- Sep 26, 20232h 11m
Send us Fan Mail Nick and Sebastian hang out with Ava Ordman, professor of trombone at Michigan State University and general badass. In our conversation, we delve into the world of music shaped by Ava's experiences. She...
- Jul 25, 20231h 17m
Send us Fan Mail Nick and Sebastian interview LA Studio Legends Alan Kaplan and Bill Reichenbach live at the 2023 International Trombone Festival in Salt Lake City on the campus University of Utah! They talk about their...
Episode #41
Steve Turre
Jul 9, 20231h 33mSend us Fan Mail Nick and Sebastian are joined by jazz legend and trombonist of the Saturday Night Live Band, Steve Turre. Steve talks about four decades with SNL, his discovery of conch shells and the profound...
Episode #40
Mark Lawrence
Jan 10, 20231h 40mSend us Fan Mail Nick and Sebastian are joined by Mark Lawrence, former principal trombonist of the San Francisco Symphony of 34 years! We talk about experiencing 4 different music directors, those famous Blomstedt...
Recent guests
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Peter Moore
Ex-Chief Executive Officer, Robinson, Waters & O'Dorisio
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Alan Kaplan
Assistant Professor of Urology at Georgetown University, Family Physician Airways Group of Canada
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Mark Lawrence
former principal trombonist of the San Francisco Symphony, Potsdamer Forschungsinstitut für Nachhaltigkeit
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Justin Clark
VP of Business Solutions, The Salvation Army Boys & Girls Clubs of Charleston
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