Shannon Gunn

~Ms. Cheverly~ [original] As we gear up for @wwjazzfest , this is a shout out to one of the greatest jazz fans in DC - @aliceincheverlyland - this song was written for her! I am so grateful for her support and also the musicians in this band who are have learned my hard composition. Featuring the Firebird with amazing artists @kelton_norris and @udobimusic . Check out their music too! This was taken on 2/18, we are back 2/25 at the Club which shall not be named (2327 18th St NW). Entire song on my Spotify, link in bio. Hope everyone is well and kicking off their week with aplomb. 🎶 . . . . #jazztromboneplayer #jazzhugs #jazztrombone #femalemusician #trombone #trombonist #trombones #jazz #dcjazz #trombonehood #trombones #practice #playedlikeawoman #jazzvideo #jazztrombon #trombonedaily #womeninjazz #musician #jazzstandard #jazzmusic #talentedmusicians #musiciansdaily #musica #trombonista @trombone.daily @trombonehood @trombone.insta @the_casual_jazzer https://www.instagram.com/p/B88vSkzAJUS/?igshid=9qyld3xvbmo3

~Nature~ [original] Your jazz teachers will tell you to sharp the 11th of a major 7 chord. The natural 11th sounds awkward. Here is an example of a composition breaking the rules. What are your favorite theory “rules” to break? My solo is not perfect, but it was fun! In soloing, the best part of a mistake is the pivot. . Story behind the song: This is an outtake, hopefully the full version is coming soon! Scroll over for the head. This composition was inspired by the old hymn, For the Beauty if the Earth. Featuring Karine Chapdelaine on bass, Chris Barrick on vibes, and Kelton Norris on drums. This tune is difficult and these folks nailed it! Posting a new video every three days #jazztromboneplayer #jazzhugs #jazztrombone #femalemusician #trombone #trombonist #trombones #jazz #dcjazz #trombonehood #trombones #practice #playedlikeawoman #jazzvideo #jazztrombon #trombonedaily #womeninjazz #musician #jazzstandard #jazzmusic #talentedmusicians #musiciansdaily #musica #trombonista @trombone.daily @trombonehood @trombone.insta @the_casual_jazzer #karinechapdelaine https://www.instagram.com/p/B8vPuLygsKQ/?igshid=1cgiy15pl8xy7

~You Don’t Own Me~ [arrangement] What’s your fav pop tune from the 60s? Scroll over 2 pics for my political statement! . Story behind the song: I love the lyrics to this song, it speaks to me as a woman instrumentalist in a male dominated industry. It’s complex - what some view as respect through chivalry is actually offensive to me, in a lot of cases. Respect is difficult to define when you are working with so many cultures and different ideologies of what is good, right, and just. I just want folks to focus on the music. This is a clip from a live performance at Twins in early January with my quartet featuring Chris Barrick on Vibes , Karine Chapdelaine on bass, and @kelton_norris on drums. They nailed it! I love that vamp lol!! . #jazzhugs #jazztrombone #femalemusician #trombone #trombonist #trombones #jazz #dcjazz #trombonehood #trombonist #trombones #practice #playedlikeawoman #youdontownme #respect (at Washington D.C.) https://www.instagram.com/p/B8ozddOg-46/?igshid=15j1vvs2gfqp4

Join me Sunday, Jan 19 at Eaton DC from 3-11 pm for the Fifth Jazz and Freedom Festival featuring 4 bands, informative panel discussion, and poetry. This event will support ICE Out of DC in an effort to decriminalize immigration and make DC a Sanctuary City. Please join me for good music for a good cause. Food available on site at the restaurants, and parking is free on Sundays. Band lineup: Jazz and Freedom Octet Angel Bethea Trio Cristian Perez Quartet Todd Marcus Trio Claudia Rojas, poetry Jam Session at the end, open to the public. Sponsored by @eaton.dc and co-presented and co-founded by @capitalbop . Admission is suggested $20 donation, and 100% of proceeds benefit the cause. Many thanks to all for the great synergy. See you there!! #iceoutofdc #jaff20 (at Eaton Workshop) https://www.instagram.com/p/B7b0VwrAS7H/?igshid=augq1gibh0in

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Thank you @sinnenberg_music for your amazing review! And, to CapitalBop for continuing to support local Artists, including breaking news and reviews!! We appreciate you all!!! Go to CapitalBop.com and catch up on what’s up with DC Jazz! #jazztrombone #dcjazz #octfme #adamsmorgan #trombone (at Washington, District of Columbia) https://www.instagram.com/p/B11sg-AAaZG/?igshid=xi74bcjdpxwh

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Clip from a few weeks back with my organ trio soloing over “I’ll be seeing you.” Posting clips daily to promote my upcoming album release Aug 5 at Blues Alley. Love playing with my organ trio! This was from June 20th with Hope Udobi @udobimusic and Terrence Arnett. Excited to bring Hope all the way from NY to Blues Alley for the CD Release August 5! #jazztrombone #organtrio #illbeseeingyou Coming soon... album gems! (at Adams Morgan) https://www.instagram.com/p/B0GKAbpg3IL/?igshid=1iizcodtb67na

Tonight! And tomorrow! #repost @aracaseymusic ・・・ It’s a hat trick weekend! Tonight’s #TCGB Showcase featuring @cazzygirl1 @jazztothebone @dianajonesmusic & @morningsunshinemusic then tomorrow’s Industry Safer Scenes Workshop @pieshopdc followed with public performances by @cinema_hearts and @margotmacdonald . . . Tomorrow’s workshop is quite important to me. If you’re in the music or hospitality industry it should be important to you too. Register thru the link in my bio. Stay tuned. #livemusic #listentowomxn #recordlabel #nonprofit #saferspaces https://www.instagram.com/p/Bz2yilogsPX/?igshid=1qljxtqs3p4l8

Come on out and hear what it’s all about tonight at the Dew Drop Inn as part of This Could Go Boom Showcase! Doors open at 7, there are four bands and we are third. Come out for the libations and good vibes. $10 cover Speaking of vibes, looking forward to playing with Chris Barrick on vibes, Kelton Norris on drums, Matt Trimboli on Guitar, and Zoë Jorgensen-Spiers on bass. T’will be a good night! Hope to see you there! Fresh off rehearsal and looking forward to playing new tunes. @zoejorgensonspeirs @kelton_norris @matttrimboli (at The Dew Drop Inn DC) https://www.instagram.com/p/Bz2yRZ7gMjf/?igshid=17d62mmy8tla3

Excited to be playing Saturday night at the Dew Drop Inn as part of the This Could Go Boom Showcase! If you are looking for something to do 7/13, this is it! $10 cover, 4 bands, cocktails and good vibes for all. Many thanks to @thiscouldgoboom for having my band, trombone and all! Time to get the pedals back up and running... https://www.instagram.com/p/BztFxcDAFsD/?igshid=dhr43fp9pex3

Loved hearing vocals 2 octaves higher than Bari sax on my original, What it Takes, dedicated to the leadership of Barack Obama. Also, introducing... Eliza Salem on drums! Also loved hearing Cadence’s “Mommy!” - he gets it! Many thanks to the Bullettes for playing my tune and to @nationaljazzworkshop for having us! @leighpilzer @jennywilsonjazz @shacararogers @zoejorgensonspeirs 🥰❤️😍 . . . @barackobama #jazztrombone #whatittakes (at George Mason University) https://www.instagram.com/p/BzOy8wFgLV7/?igshid=98cxpv09t31r