
The wind faculty seeks to train students to become all-round musicians capable of functioning in all areas of the professional practice: from musical orchestras to big bands through to jazz, fusion, pop and Latin ensembles, both live and recorded. Students gain experience in a variety of musical situations, with ensemble playing, solo performance and improvisation as focal points. Separate courses are offered for lead trumpet and lead alto, these are unique in Europe.
The members of the trombone section are Bert Boeren, Martijn Sohier, Erik van Lier and Jilt Jansma.
Co-ordinator: Erik van Lier
Bass trombone
The Conservatorium van Amsterdam also offers a unique course in
bass trombone, teacher Erik van Lier.