About MATA
The Mid-Atlantic Trombone Alliance (MATA) is a consortium of Shenandoah Conservatory of Shenandoah University, Towson University, George Mason University, George Washington University and Shepherd University trombone departments.


The Trifecta
The Mid-Atlantic Trombone Alliance presents The Trifecta, an afternoon focused on performance, composition and well-being for low brass players.
High school students, college students and adult low brass musicians — including trombone, euphonium and tuba players — are welcome.
This free event allows participants to engage in an array of coaching sessions, masterclasses, concerts and reading sessions.
Faculty
Schedule Highlights
A detailed schedule is available to participants upon registration. Schedule subject to change.
- Well-being session with Kyle Remnant
- Washington Music and Edwards Trombones
- Composition and performance masterclasses
- Coaching with MATA faculty
- Masterclass with Omar Dejesus
- Reading session with composers and MATA faculty

Contact Us
Dr. Matthew Niess
Director of Jazz Studies
Trombone Artist-in-Residence
Shenandoah Conservatory
mniess@su.edu
