Biography

Gavin Anderson is a trombonist and music educator based in Western and Central NY. He is currently a senior at Ithaca College. There, he is completing a Bachelor of Music degree in Music Education. Gavin has studied with Russell Scarbrough, Jeff Dunn, and Will Porter.

At IC, Gavin has performed with many groups across many styles, including the Wind Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble, Tuba/Euphonium Ensemble, Trombone Troupe, Symphony Orchestra, and many chamber ensembles. Gavin has also performed with different groups in internationally acclaimed events like the Jack Rudin Jazz Championship, American Trombone Workshop, Rochester International Jazz Festival, and the Syracuse International Jazz Festival.

On top of performing, Gavin is very passionate about teaching and education. Gavin holds a private studio of students in Rochester and Ithaca that he teaches both online and in-person year round.