Gwang Kim, 2nd Trombone

How old were you when you started playing your instrument?

“I began playing the trombone when I was in 4th grade.”

What is your favorite music to listen to? 

“I really enjoy listening to military marches by Sousa, King and many others.”

What is one piece of advice you would give to an aspiring musician? 

“Make sure to study the music history and context of the works you are performing or listening to. Lots of times, that knowledge will help in understanding the overall musical message of the piece.”

Fun Facts About Gwang

“One of my favorite hobbies is powerlifting. Last summer, I officially joined the ‘1000lb’ club!”

“One of the coolest performances I've done was performing at Coachella 2022, (You can see the massive crowd in the picture!).”

“My favorite comfort food is Subway...I may or may not eat a minimum of 3-foot-long sandwiches in one sitting every time I visit.”