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Stanton Ronald is an Adjunct Professor of Trombone and Director of Brass Studies at Long Island University's C.W. Post campus, a position he has held since 2004. He is affiliated with the School of Performing Arts and has significantly contributed to brass education and performance.
His educational background includes a B.S. from Hofstra University and an M.M. from Queens College, CUNY.
Stanton Ronald’s research and professional interests center on trombone performance, brass chamber music, and early music, particularly on the bass sackbutt. He is actively involved in jazz, commercial music, and orchestral performance, bridging classical, baroque, and contemporary genres. His work spans performance, arranging, and pedagogy, with a strong emphasis on live and ensemble music.
Though no formal scientific publications are listed, his artistic output is extensive, including performances across opera, Broadway, concert bands, and early music ensembles, reflecting a diverse and dynamic career.
- Former Bass Trombonist, Cosmopolitan Symphony Orchestra (1970–1982)
- Rostered member, Apollo’s Fire, The Cleveland Baroque Orchestra (1990–1992)
- Founding member, Celebrations Brass Quintet
- Performer, Massapequa Philharmonic Orchestra
- Active performer with LPJO Jazz Orchestra and in 'Rat Pack' shows
Stanton Ronald has collaborated with renowned conductors such as David Amram, Gerald Schwartz, and Helen Quach, and performed alongside major artists including Abbey Lane, Helen Reddy, Neal Sedaka, and members of the Lionel Hampton and Les Elgart Big Bands. His career blends performance, teaching, and arranging, supported by long-standing affiliations with professional ensembles and commercial music acts. He continues to balance his academic duties with an active performance schedule.
He is associated with multiple performance groups, including the Celebrations Brass Quintet, Apollo’s Fire, and the LPJO Jazz Orchestra, reflecting a vibrant presence in both classical and jazz music communities.
