Arrangers and Composers

	Andrew Clayden Trombone Instructor, Conservatoire de Musique de Québec Andrew Clayden served as Principal Trombone of the National Orchestra of Taiwan before taking up the Second Trombone position of the Orchestre symphonique de Québec, a post he held for 21 years. Mr. Clayden is currently performs as soloist and teacher, and is studying for a Certificate in Human Psychology at Bishop's University, in order to better understand and adapt to student needs and abilities in his teaching studio.
	Brad Howland Principal Trombone, Victoria Symphony Brad Howland holds the Principal Trombone chair of the Victoria Symphony Orchestra, and has performed in the past with the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra, CBC Vancouver Orchestra, Malaysian Philharmonic Orchestra, Palm Court Orchestra, and new music group Aventa Ensemble. He is a founding member of the Beacon Hill Brass, performing on both euphonium and trombone.
	Charles Dool Composer Charles Dool studied piano, violin, pipe organ, clarinet and voice before taking up composition training with Stephen Brown and David Clenman at the Victoria Conservatory of Music. His output includes compositions for various combinations, settings of Shakespeare soliloquies for tenor voice, and a commission from the Newcombe Singers to write the choral work For the Shore.
	David Arditti Composer David Arditti studied piano at the Guildhall School of Music and Drama and conducting at the Royal College of Music. He is a largely self-taught composer whose music has been widely performed in the United Kingdom and United States. Mr. Arditti is involved with several organisations that promote and perform new music, such as the Forum London Composers Group and the Dorset Composers' Association.
	Dave Taylor Composer, Arranger, Trombone/Euphonium Player Dave Taylor joined his local brass band on euphonium at the age of 8, adding bass trombone five years later, on which instrument he performed regularly with the National Youth Brass Band of Great Britain. He now plays principally trombone (alto, tenor, bass and contrabass) for various ensembles in the Oxford and London areas. Dave's compositions and arrangments are performed around the world.
	Dennis Esson Freelance Trombonist and Recording Artist Dennis Esson has recorded music for cartoons, movies, jingles, soundtracks and albums, in addition to numerous C.B.C. sessions as a featured soloist. He performs as Lead Trombonist with many groups (including the Vancouver Ensemble of Improvisation and Fred Stride Jazz Orchestra), teaches trombone at Capilano College, and directs the Jazz Ensemble at the University of British Columbia.
	Don McDougall Former Second Trombone, Victoria Symphony The son of a famous Canadian trombone legend (Ian McDougall), Don McDougall has lots of trombone "chops" of his own! He has experience as an orchestral, small ensemble, and big band musician, and is also a classical guitarist, with a M.Mus. degree in guitar performance from the University of Victoria.
	Gordon Cherry Former Principal Trombone, Vancouver Symphony Gordon Cherry performed as the Principal Trombonist of the Vancouver Symphony from 1974 to 2009, working under conductors Kazuyoshi Akiyama, John Avison, Rudolf Barshai, Sergui Comissiona, Bramwell Tovey and Alain Trudel. He taught on the Faculty at the University of British Columbia School of Music from 1975 to 2007, graduating many students who have prominent positions in Orchestras and Educational Institutions around North America.
	Ian McDougall Trombonist, Composer, Educator and Yamaha Artist Ian McDougall is perhaps best known for his work with Rob McConnell's Boss Brass – he was lead trombone and soloist for twenty years. His compositions and arrangements in both jazz and classical idioms are performed internationally. Ian now resides in Victoria, BC, where he performs regularly with his quartet and sextet, and also teaches trombone and conducts the Big Band at the University of Victoria.
	Kenneth Friedrich Composer, Arranger, Euphonium Player Kenneth Friedrich has been composing and arranging brass music for over twenty years, much of it published. His music is generally designed for college and amateur euphonium and tuba players. Ken fulfills commissions from individuals or groups, and has completed both small and large scale projects, including sonatas, concerti, and ensemble works.
	Kevin Thompson Principal Trombonist, Malaysian Philharmonic Orchestra Kevin Thompson leads a busy life as Trombone Section Principal of the Malaysian Philharmonic Orchestra, international euphonium soloist, and acclaimed recording artist with two solo CD releases to his credit. He performed as Principal Trombone with the Bergen Philharmonic from 2007-2008, and in 2007 played both euphonium and guitar in the Vancouver Symphony's performances of Mahler's 7th Symphony.
	Lawrence Killian Arranger and Trumpet Player Lawrence Killian played trumpet with the National Youth Orchestra of Great Britain before commencing studies in composition at Bath University. He studied trumpet at the National Centre for Orchestral Studies and Royal College of Music, performs as Principal Trumpet of the Todmorden Orchestra, and has conducted regional orchestras such as the Huddersfield Philharmonic and Airedale Symphony Orchestra.
	Michael McDonough Arranger and Trombonist Michael McDonough studied trombone at the Philadelphia Musical Academy, taught high school music for 10 years, and maintains an active musical life performing in various ensembles. He was a member of the Bermuda Philharmonic Orchestra and traveled to New Zealand and Australia with the Danbury Brass Band. He is also an avid arranger for brass who writes reviews for the Trombone Page of the World.
	Murray Polson Arranger and Trombonist Murray Polson is primarily a visual artist, with present work exploring his relationship to landscape through the construction and use of pinhole cameras. He has thrashed through many instruments (mastering none), but the vocal quality of the trombone has held his attention the longest. When arranging or composing he grows each piece one note at a time.
	Richard John Composer and Arranger Richard John has performed extensively as pianist and accompanist, and is the Musical Director of the Gyrlais Male Choir. His compositional output includes solo, vocal, ensemble and choral music. He has scored the soundtrack to three independent films, and recently released his debut solo album Passing Thoughts. Richard's music is featured on the New Age Piano iphone/ipodTouch/iPad App, available from iTunes.
	Robert Fraser Bass Trombone, Victoria Symphony Robert Fraser has been bass trombonist in the Victoria Symphony since 1990. He performed as Acting Bass Trombonist of the Calgary Philharmonic during the 2005-2006 season, and held a similar position for the Winnipeg Symphony in the fall of 2009 (in both instances replacing musicians on sabbatical leave). Bob is an avid arranger and editor of music for various groups, including the Beacon Hill Brass and the Victoria Symphony.
	Rodney Miller Composer, Arranger Rodney Miller (who passed away in 2005) was a prolific composer/arranger, gifted educator, and member of the trumpet sections of the Lancaster and Harrisburg symphony orchestras. Mr. Miller won six American Society of Composers, Authors, and Publishers Standard Awards in composition, and his works have been issued by major publishing houses such as Warner Brothers, Shawnee Press, and Alfred Music.
	Stevan Paranosic Arranger and Trumpet Player Stevan Paranosic currently performs as Acting Second Trumpet with the Victoria Symphony, along with his main job as Principal Trumpet of the Vancouver Island Symphony in Nanaimo, BC. He has also performed with the Vancouver, Prince George, and Okanagan Symphony Orchestras, holds music degrees from the University of Windsor and University of British Columbia, and is a member of the Beacon Hill Brass.
	Vikentios Gionanidis Composer, Arranger, Tuba Player Vikentios Gionanidis performs with the International Mahler Orchestra, and in 2010 was awarded first prize winner at the Aeolus International Competition for Wind Instruments (also gleaning a special prize for the best interpretation of contemporary music). He is a member of Tubatet Hannover, an exciting ensemble consisting of five tuba players – all from different countries. Vikentios is a prolific arranger of music for brass.
	William Wilson Arranger and Tuba Player William Wilson studied music education at West Chester State College, and currently performs with the Hagerstown Municipal Band, Mercersburg Community Chorus Orchestra, Capitol Dixieland Band, and various local theater pit orchestras. An electrical engineer by trade, Mr. Wilson is an avid music copyist and restorationist, who enjoys ambient and space music, medieval and Renaissance music, and (of course) Dixieland.
	Xavier Eeckeloot Arranger and Composer Xavier Eeckeloot studied clarinet at the Music Academy of Dunkerque, and at an early age joined the Orchestre D'Harmonie de Dunkerque (an award winning band). Xavier has arranged and composed music for brass ensembles, woodwind ensembles and concert band for many years, and he was recently elected to the SACEM (French Society of Composers).