Lauren Casey-Clyde is a dynamic trombonist, educator, and soloist recognized for her versatility
and artistry. As the core trombonist of Seraph Brass, she traverses the globe, recently captivating
audiences in Peru with the Cusco Symphony Orchestra, with upcoming performances in South
Korea and Mexico on the horizon. A dual-force educator, Lauren serves as Assistant Professor of
Trombone & Euphonium at Texas Lutheran University and Lecturer of Trombone at Texas State
University. She is passionate about helping these students develop both technically and
creatively, providing mentorship that goes beyond just playing the instrument.
A sought-after freelancer in Austin, TX, Lauren has performed with ensembles including the
Boston Symphony Orchestra, Austin Symphony Orchestra, Austin Opera, Temple Symphony
Orchestra, Central Texas Philharmonic, Waco Symphony Orchestra, and the Round Top Festival
Orchestra. Her musical journey is one of dynamic versatility: from Carnegie Hall debuts to
SXSW showcases, she has performed under maestros like Andris Nelsons and Bernard Haitink,
while championing popular music with ensembles like the New-Orleans style Boss Street Brass
Band.
As a soloist, Lauren has garnered attention worldwide, including her 2024 feature at the
International Women's Brass Conference in Japan and the 2022 International Festival for Peace
at the Texas State Capitol in Austin. Her accolades include finalist recognition in the 2023 Big
12 Tenor Trombone Solo Competition and the 2022 University of Texas Concerto Competition,
as well as a prize-winning performance in the Susan Slaughter Solo Competition at the 2019
International Women’s Brass Conference.
Lauren brings her expertise to the marching arts as a brass educator of the 2024 DCI World
Champion Bluecoats, where she has worked since 2023. Her background includes serving with
the Santa Clara Vanguard from 2019 to 2023 and Blue Devils ‘B’ in 2018. In 2019, she assisted
in Vandegrift High School’s historic BOA Grand National Championship victory. As a
performer, Lauren marched with Carolina Crown in 2018, performing as a featured small
ensemble member and lead baritone, cementing her passion for the marching arts and its value to
the music community at large.
Lauren holds a Doctor of Musical Arts and Master of Music degree from the University of Texas
at Austin, as well as a Bachelor of Music from Boston University, where she was honored with
the prestigious Brass Department Award. She also pursued advanced studies at the Royal
College of Music in London. Lauren’s principal teachers include Dr. Nathaniel Brickens and
Boston Symphony tubist Mike Roylance.