Trombonist Matthew Russo enjoys a dynamic career throughout the Northeast as an educator and performer. Dr. Russo is principal trombonist of the Norwalk Symphony Orchestra and appears regularly with orchestras from New Haven, Hartford, Waterbury, Wallingford, Greater Bridgeport, and with Orchestra New England. A frequent recitalist and advocate of new music, he strives to bring unknown works to new audiences through innovative programs and themes. He has served on the faculty at The University of
Connecticut since 2015 where he teaches applied trombone lessons, brass techniques, and leads the UConn Trombone Choir. His recording of Robert
Carl’s Updraft for ten multitracked trombones was released on Neuma Records in April 2024.