The Trombone Corner Podcast is brought to you by Bob Reeves Brass and The Brass Ark. Join hosts Noah and John as they interview John Engelkes, long-time bass trombonist with the San Francisco Symphony.

About John:

John Engelkes was appointed Bass Trombonist with the San Francisco Symphony in 1981. He held this position for 39 years until his retirement. Prior to his time with San Francisco he was Bass Trombonist with the Florida Symphony in Orlando, the Baltimore Symphony, and briefly The Minnesota Orchestra.

A native of Iowa, he graduated from the University of Northern Iowa where he studied with Jon Hansen. He also studied with John Hill at the University of Iowa. John pursued a Masters Degree at Northwestern University where he studied with Frank Crisafulli. While at Northwestern he also studied with Edward Kleinhammer and Arnold Jacobs.

John has taught Bass Trombone at the San Francisco Conservatory of Music since 1983. He also teaches many private students as well.

John has played and taught at numerous festivals including, Aspen Music Festival, Saito Kinen in Matsumoto, Sun Valley and the Grand Teton Festival.

John has also performed with many notable artists throughout his career including Nelson Riddle, Ella Fitzgerald, Mel Torme, Buddy Rich and many more.

John Resides in Mill Valley California with his wife Myra. He continues to teach at the SFCM and also maintains a private studio. John enjoys golf, cooking and travel in his spare time.