The Williams- Abissi Seminar

This is a seminar for players who are lovers of music and of the trombone. It is for people who are looking to be challenged and who are looking for some new ideas to elevate their playing and musicianship. College players and young professionals will value this experience.

What to Expect

  • Play solos and excerpts in masterclasses with Colin and Nikki

  • Work on your solo in a recital at the end of the seminar

  • Learn the audition preparation method used by Colin to win the New York Philharmonic audition

  • Discuss strategies to maintain your mental health as well as how to optimize your mental game as a performer.

  • Learn about career preparedness, professionalism and how to use social media as a tool to advance your career.

  • Spend quality time with Colin and Nikki over meals in this small group setting to get all of your questions answered.

  • Connect and collaborate with a group of highly motivated, curious musicians.

  • Add on: Attend the New York Philharmonic performance of Star Wars: Return of the Jedi

Seminar Schedule

    • 2:00 pm Meet and greet

    • 3:00 pm Orchestral Excerpt Masterclass

    • 4:00 pm Masterclass with piano

    • 7:30 pm New York Philharmonic concert

    • 10:00 am Masterclass with piano

    • 12:00 pm Lunch

    • 1:00 pm Nikki and Colin Recital

    • 3:00 pm Mental Health Masterclass

    • 5:00 pm Excerpt masterclass

    • 10:00 pm Excerpts masterclass

    • 12:00 pm Lunch

    • 1:00 pm Career talk

    • 2:00 pm Exhibit TBD

    • 4:00 pm Pizza party Q & A

    • 10:00 am Partipant Recital

    • 11:30 am-1pm Lunch with Colin

    • 1:00 pm Vendors + feedback session

    • 3:00 pm Wrap up Q&A

Save my Spot

Save my Spot!

June 24th-June 27th, 2026- Housing Available

Limited Spots Available

Seminar Only: Early Bird Seminar Only: Early Bird
Seminar Only: Early Bird
$975.00
Seminar and On Campus Housing Double Room: Early Bird Seminar and On Campus Housing Double Room: Early Bird
Seminar and On Campus Housing Double Room: Early Bird
$1,325.00
Seminar and On Campus Housing Single Room: Early Bird Seminar and On Campus Housing Single Room: Early Bird
Seminar and On Campus Housing Single Room: Early Bird
$1,395.00
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New York Philharmonic- Star Wars- The Return of the Jedi in Concert- Seminar Add On
$99.00

Single Room: Single rooms have a bed, closet, dresser, desk, desk chair, mini fridge and microwave.

Double Room: Double rooms have what single rooms have but double the furniture. Only one mini fridge and microwave.

Amenities:
Bathrooms: Each floor has two wings, each with 2 communal bathrooms (2 shower stalls, 2 toilet stalls, 2 sinks). Additionally, there is a single-use restroom in the center of the floor with a shower, sink, and toilet.
Practice Rooms: Most floors have practice rooms. If your assigned floor doesn’t, we’ll inform you of the nearest ones.
Gym & Laundry: Guests have access to both during their stay.
Linens: Bedding and towels will be provided for each guest.