<a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/1015459/open_sms">Send us a text</a>Follow the Trombone Retreat on <a href='https://youtube.com/@tromboneretreat?si=h4pQtwrWsbyjLx45'>YouTube</a> 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 the Third Coast Trombone Retreat. In this episode, hosts Sebastian Vera and Nicholas Schwartz welcome distinguished jazz artist Michael Dease, who was named Downbeat Magazine's 2025 Trombonist of the Year. They discuss Dease's journey in music, highlights from his career, and his experiences as a multifaceted musician proficient in several instruments. Dease shares insights about his teaching philosophy, his recording projects, and his recent Guggenheim Fellowship, along with his personal anecdotes and favorite gear. Enjoy an engaging conversation filled with wisdom and humor, perfect for any music enthusiast. Experience JSV Mouthpieces: https://houghtonhorns.com/products/verus-sebastian-vera-tenor-trombone-mouthpiece-verusjsv 00:00 Introduction and Guest Announcement 00:29 Reflecting on the Interview 01:23 Product Promotion and Banter 02:19 Reconnecting with Michael Deese 02:45 Memorable Moments and Bourbon 03:27 Travel Plans and Upcoming Gigs 04:45 Discussing 'City Life' Album 08:27 Musical Journey and Instrument Mastery 18:49 Jazz Education and Career Reflections 31:29 Guggenheim Project and Future Plans 39:52 Sterling Silver Mouthpiece 40:26 The Allure of Precious Metals in Music 41:24 Exploring Different Mouthpiece Materials 43:06 The Sterling Silver Mouthpiece Experiment 44:14 Spontaneity in Music and Life 44:32 Custom Mouthpieces and Their Impact 45:50 Rapid Fire Questions 46:24 Reflecting on Personal and Musical Growth 54:05 The Future of Jazz Trombone 56:02 The Influence of Horror Movies on Music 57:42 The Importance of Trust in Teaching 01:00:23 Closing Thoughts and FarewellsAlso introducing special features with Patreon: <a href='http://www.patreon.com/tromboneretreat'>www.patreon.com/tromboneretreat </a>Learn more about the Trombone Retreat and upcoming festival here: <a href='http://linktr.ee/tromboneretreat'>linktr.ee/tromboneretreat</a> <a href='http://www.patreon.com/tromboneretreat'> </a> Hosted by Sebastian Vera - @js.vera (insta) and Nick Schwartz - @basstrombone444 (insta) Produced and edited by Sebastian Vera Music: Firehorse: Mvt 1 - Trot by Steven Verhelst performed live by Brian Santero, Sebastian Vera and Nick Schwartz Thank you to our season sponsor Houghton Horns: <a href='http://www.houghtonhorns.com/'>www.houghtonhorns.com</a> <a href='https://www.patreon.com/tromboneretreat'>Support the show</a>

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