Kanagawa Philharmonic Orchestra

Model: 5GVNY / TB47YC handslide

Professor of Music, Tennessee Tech University

Alto - A7YLW-Rotor-A85/95N
Tenor - 5GMT8 - Tru-bore - TW47
Bass-BII 7GM - Tru-bore - B62

Principal Bass Trombonet, Augusta Symphony

Adjunct Instructor of Low Brass, Limestone College

Bass: BIIHWT7 10”,  B62-78N, BYB, Bass Axial LW valves

“From the most delicate chamber ensemble to the largest of orchestral settings, and as a soloist, the versatility of my Shires has given my creativity a voice that could not be found elsewhere!”

Freelance Trombonist and Educator, Chicago, Illinois

Tenor: TBVE

Principal Trombone, Oulu Symphony

Alto- TBSALTSC-Shires Custom Alto Trombone

Small Bore Tenor-TBMD-Michael Davis Model

Tenor Trombone-TBVNY-Vintage New York

"Let Shires play you"

Principal Trombonist, Spokane Symphony Orchestra

Leader of Isles, and JAZZmmBONEHORNS.

Marshall Gilkes model with F attachment

Assistant Principal Trombone, The Cleveland Orchestra

Principal Trombone, Oregon Symphony

Tenor: 7YLW / T47

Alto: A8YLW bell / A85-95N

"Having played and heard many other makers of trombones, I've found that no other horns are as colorful and versatile as S. E. Shires'. I feel that Shires trombones can be made to do everything that the orchestral and solo repertoire demands without compromise. I believe that in today's orchestral world flexibility and control are more important than ever, and I feel that Shires horns are best at providing a sense of those two things." -Casey Jones

Trombonist, The United States Air Force Band, Washington, D.C.

Tenor: 7YLW / TruBore / TW47JA / TYS

“My Shires trombone is the total package - it's efficient, the sound is incredibly even up and down the horn, the response is fantastic, and I'm able to achieve the sound I have in my head! I don't have to compromise anything with this instrument.”

Kansai Philharmonic Orchestra, Principal Trombone.

2nd Trombone, Seattle Symphony Orchestra

ColinWilliamsDF/ TW47/ TGF/ Alessi Rotor


“The Shires I play on feels reminiscent of my beloved Greenhoe Bach, but with greater ease in the high range and improved general responsiveness. The horn resonates wonderfully and feels like a perfect fit with my colleagues in Benaroya Hall.”

Seoul Philharmonic Orchestra, Bass Trombone

"Shires can create a variety of colors of sound compared to other instruments, it is the best instrument."

Model: Bollinger with Tru-Bore Valves

Sub-Principal Trombone, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra

Tenor: Vintage Elkhart

"I’ve spent years looking for a modern instrument of the highest quality, that still retains the warmth and musical range of an Elkhart 88H. My search is now over: this trombone is the one.”

Bass Trombone, Novus Trombone Ensemble

Associate Principal Bass Trombone, 
China Philharmonic Orchestra

BII5VNY10S8DF/ DBS/ B62-78

“For so many years, I’ve been searching for a trombone that truly suits my work in the orchestra and my solo performances. Shires produce beautiful trombones not just the look of it but also they have beautiful tone and great feedback from behind the bell and great projections to the hall—that’s exactly what I’ve been looking for all this years.”

Sub-Principal Trombone, Philharmonia Zurich

"I really like to play this trombone, because it has such a huge and colorful sound throughout all  registers."

Adjunct Artist Teacher at the Blair School of Music, Vanderbilt University, Trombonist for Toby Keith, Producer/Recording Artist

Small Bore: TBMG Marshall Gilkes Model

Tenor: TBCW Colin Williams Model

“I'm so honored for the opportunity to represent such an incredible company that not only has excellent craftmanship but really cares about the community. I'm blown away by the attention to detail and the value of having an instrument that works for me. I love the resonance, the clear response, and the fact that I can depend on my instrument- no matter the style.”

Principal Trombone, San Francisco Symphony (Ret.) / Chairman of Brass, The Colburn School /  Professor of Trombone, Music Academy of the West

Tenor: TBVNY Vintage New York

Second Trombone, Memphis Symphony

"This instrument is unparalleled in ease of communicating what is in my head in terms of sound concept, articulation, and musical gesture. Beautifully responsive and colorfully resonate."

7YLW, TYS, Axial flow valve, TW47LW

Principal Trombone, Guangzhou Symphony Orchestra

Tenor - Chicago Model Bell: T2 5GM Slide: Light weight 562 slide
Bass Trombone Axial Flow Bell: B2 1G Slide: 562-578
Alto: A7YLW Slide: A85 / 96N

Oulu Symphony Orchestra, Bass Trombone

”As I grew up, I immersed myself in a variety of musical genres, drawing inspiration from classical to jazz. My S.E.Shires trombone’s intricate tone colours and responsiveness allowed me to fulfill my musical desires. I'm honoured to play alongside this outstanding line-up, and my S.E. Shires bass trombone perfectly conveys the triumphs and struggles of my musical narrative.”

Trombonist, Educator, Clinician

2REVT7 bell, Dual bore valve, TW47

“My Shires trombone gives me the freedom to shape my sound exactly as I envision it. With custom options like the bell, valve, tuning slide, and handslide, it becomes an extension of my musical identity.”

Associate Professor of Trombone and Chair of the Woodwinds, Brass and Percussion Department at Boston University

3DM/TW47/Trubore/TYS

Mark L. Lusk

Professor of Trombone, Penn State University

"I have always believed in trying to set the best example possible for my students on the instrument they are playing, whether it be their large or small bore tenor, or their bass. The quality and consistency of the Shires Trombones makes this more possible than ever before."

Solo trombone Orquestra Amazonas Filarmônica, Manaus Brazil

Alto: TBALTSC

Tenor: TBSCA with detachable flare

Bass: TBBSCA with detachable flare 

Bass Trombone, Kansas City Symphony

Bollinger Bell/BAXLW/ BYC/B62-78

“ I have always been intrigued by the vibrant colors of sound S.E. Shires instruments give. After testing many instruments of different makes, nothing beats the resonance, richness, and response of my Shires instrument. We have found an instrument that is truly alive in my hands; one that serves as a fantastic medium for me to sing and project my musical voice in its purest form.”

Assistant Professor of Trombone, Bowling Green State University
Bass Trombone, Asheville Symphony Orchestra

“I knew instantly that this horn was different than anything I have ever tried before. Immediate response, resonant tone, and ease in all registers with great balance. This instrument is perfect for all my performing needs.”

Tenor - TII7YLWA5 Screwbell, Axial, TW47G

Bass - TBQ36

Orchestra del Maggio Musicale Fiorentino, Bass Trombone

Bass: TBBSCA, Developed in collaboration with Gabriele Malloggi