Trombonist Shawn Bell epitomizes what it means to be a modern craftsman. His playing is steeped in the Jazz tradition but is not bound by its history or stylistic edicts. Bell’s work as a musician and educator engages audiences and students alike to rethink the types of music that can be forged by the trombone.

WHAT PEOPLE SAY

  • Clean and pure trombone sound.

    International Trombone Association Journal

  • Solid playing and writing, a great tone and a young, untamed spirit.

    Midwest Records Review

  • You can hear the soulful influence of Fuller when Bell plays.

    Something Else Reviews

  • To find a young trombonist like Shawn with this level of command and virtuosity is amazing.

    JazzTimes

Bell Tone Brass Studio

Where Omaha’s low brass students come to grow

“My teaching style is highly tailored to each student’s individual needs and musical goals. I strive not only to teach my students about the technical aspects of playing a brass instrument, but also to challenge them to think critically about the music they perform and listen to. I believe this fosters a level of engagement that serves students as both young musicians and life-long patrons of the arts.”