Welcome!
Thank you for taking the time to visit the website of Daniel J. Cosio, Assistant Professor of Trombone at the University of Northern Colorado! Aside from being an educator, Daniel is a multi-instrumentalist, arranger, and new-music advocate currently located in Greeley, Colorado. Daniel pursued his BM in Trombone Performance at the University of North Texas, an MM in Trombone Performance at the University of Minnesota, and his DMA in Trombone Performance and Pedagogy at the University of Colorado Boulder. Click the "About" page at the top to learn more, or scroll further down to see updates about Daniel's performances and studio!
NEWS:
Daniel remains hard at work with his ongoing responsibilities as Assistant Professor of Trombone at the University of Northern Colorado, Section Bass Trombone in the Helena Symphony Orchestra, and Principal Trombone in the Great Falls Symphony Orchestra! Be sure to follow the UNC Trombone Studio pages on Facebook & Instagram for updates on the BearBones trombone choir's performances, and catch Daniel performing across the Rockies!
Performance Opportunities
Daniel has over a decade of experience in classical, jazz, metal, and more, and is always ready and willing to take on new and exciting projects. Need a descant alto trombone for Easter? How about a bass vocalist for a local church production? Maybe an 8-track recording of a trombone choir piece you've recently written?
Lessons and Masterclasses
Daniel has many experiences with teaching both individuals and groups. His previous experiences range from one-on-one private lessons to coachings with high school large ensembles, with many combinations in between. Additionally, Daniel has experience conducting various large and small ensembles.
Compositions & Arrangements
Since 2011, Daniel has been experimenting with composing and arranging for various ensembles, including wind band, jazz big band, trombone choir, solo trombone with piano, rock/metal group, and more. Notable arrangements include the works of Snarky Puppy, Periphery, Jacob Collier, and more.