Patrick Gadams, Trombone

Patrick Gadams is a professional trombonist in the Richmond area. He graduated from Virginia Commonwealth University with a Bachelor of Music in the spring of 2023. During his time at VCU, Patrick performed with the university’s Symphony, Symphonic Wind Ensemble, Jazz Orchestra, and other small chamber groups.  Professionally he plays with the Richmond bands Die Elbe Musikanten and Los Malcriados. He has spent time as a low brass clinician for Colonial Heights and Hanover High School. It is Patrick’s belief that music education helps our lives in many ways and that anyone can learn to play music.