Sue Addison

Sue Addison is a distinguished Professor of Sackbut and Classical Trombone at the Royal Northern College of Music, with additional affiliations at the University of Birmingham and Birmingham Conservatoire. A renowned trombonist and sackbut specialist, she has played with major period instrument ensembles including the London Classical Players, Academy of Ancient Music, and Orchestra of the Age of Enlightenment, collaborating with conductors like Sir Simon Rattle and Sir John Eliot Gardiner.

• Education: Royal College of Music (ARCM with Brass Prize)
• Performance Career: Principal trombonist with City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra, Garsington Opera, and Scottish Chamber Orchestra
• Ensemble Founding: Co-founded His Majestys Sagbutts and Cornetts (25 years) and Orchestra of the Age of Enlightenment
• Teaching Recognition: Awarded Hon LRAM (2002) for contributions to music education

Her research and performance focus centers on Brass Instrument Performance in historical contexts, particularly Baroque Music and Period Instrument Movement, with extensive experience in both orchestral playing and pedagogy. Sue has taught at institutions including Royal College of Music, Trinity College of Music, and Mannes College of Music, while maintaining an active role in freelance orchestral work and masterclass instruction.

Scientific Awards:

• Hon LRAM (Royal Academy of Music) in 2002 for teaching excellence

Sue Addison's career spans prestigious orchestras (City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra, English Baroque Soloists, Orchestra of the Eighteenth Century) and academic institutions, with a particular focus on Wind, Brass and Percussion disciplines. Her work bridges practical performance, pedagogy, and historical instrument revival.