08/05/08
One of Brad's hobbies is cycling and he has just expanded that hobby into building functional artwork using recycled bicycle parts. His first offering, a wall clock is available to view at Bicycle Graveyard

22/04/08
Brad is at it again. Brad is searching for a new career and needs your help. Rather than just fall into another job Brad is interviewing companies that excite him asking folks how they got to their present position. He has picked over his favorite skill sets and wants you to help him imagine job titles and career fields. His favorite skills are: Amusing, Creating/Making, Problem Solving. Can you find job titles that fit all three of these? His Favorite Fields of Interest are: Anthropology/People, Music and Construction/ Engineering. Can you find Career fields that fit these or do you know anyone he should talk to, perhaps in the Entertainment or Outdoor industry? Email Brad your answers and good karma will flow your way!

5/02/08
Extensive travel has taken place since my last update. In less than a week I have driven across the United States from the Pacific to the Atlantic starting in the middle each time. Details of these trips are in the Travel Blog.

I have also been to New York city where I had the chance to play King Kong and hear some amazing music. Check out the Hungarian Pop/Rock group Little Cow on myspace.

16/12/07
The first three chapters of the free Trombone book have been uploaded. Download them from the Blog!

05/10/07
The site will be undergoing a major update. I have begun work as a booking agent and an ongoing series of articles related to this field will be posted. Also the travel blog has been updated and a new free Trombone book is in the works!

20/06/07
Donations are now being accepted on the site. If you find this site useful, entertaining, boring or just plain silly maybe you feel like giving a little bit to keep it going. Just click the donate button on the bottom of the screen for a secure Donate page. Visa, Mastercard, Amex, Paypal and numerous others accepted.

20/06/07
I will be out of town until next Tuesday. I am still reachable on my mobile phone if necessary.

15/06/07
A new article about the differences between open and closed wrap horns has been added to the music blog. I am also now accepting students for the 2007-2008 school year. Contact me at brad@bradrollans.com for more information.

21/04/07
A new button for the Travel Blog has been added and the Media and Bio sections have been updated. Brad will be heading back to the US at the end of May after a short tour of Italy. Travel Blog

09/12/06
I am still in France, teaching, playing, composing a bit and generally enjoying myself. The Travel Blog continues to grow and I will eventually add a permanent link to it on the mainpage. For all my friends who check in I would love to hear from you. Travel Blog

09/12/06
Though it may seem like this site has been frozen for some time I have been updating my travel blog regularly. Check it out to see what I have been up to in strange lands with strange people.... Travel Blog

09/12/06
To keep up with where I am in the world and to live vicariously through me check out my Travel Blog

05/20/06
On September 18th I'll be heading to Montlucon France for the next 8 months. You can still contact me through numerous outlets and I look forward to hearing from all of my friends abroad. Check back here for updates and photos .

05/20/06
As of May 19th 2006 Brad has officially graduated from the University of Texas in Austin receiving a Bachelor of Arts in Music with a minor in Anthropology. He is also scheduled to head to France for 6 months (more later)

05/09/06
Check out the media section for a short sample of music and a new picture from my final Afropop gig.

05/08/06
Monday May 8th I am playing with Easy Motion Tourist- UT's resident Afro-pop ensemble at Momo's. The night starts at 8pm and cover is $4 come check out the mariachi enemble the brazilian ensemble and dance to Bailengua and the Afro-pop ensemble. Momo's is located above Katz's Deli on 6th street, 18+ only.

02/03/06
Friday April 28th 4:12pm join me for a bicyle pub crawl around north central Austin. We will meet at the Draught House on medical pkwy and proceed to The Crown and Anchor, Posse East and end up at the Dog and Duck. Rules: 21+ only, bring your ID. Helmets and lights are a good thing so bring them! One beer per pub, after all we are cycling. for more info send me an email: Brad at bradrollans.com

02/03/06
April 24th Jazz Combo at University of Texas Music building. 8pm. Recital Hall. Free!

02/03/06
April 7th with Easy Motion Tourist at Waterloo Ice House on 6th street. 9pm

01/22/06
Due to security issues with the old blog I have moved to a new platform complete with a new look. Check it out and tell me what you think Click here to see the new look

12/17/05
Brad is playing the Musical Damn Yankees

Come hear Brad and support the Round Rock ISD in their performance of Damn Yankees. January 19th-21st at the Round Rock Performing Arts Center Click here for more information on the RRISD PAC

11/25/05
Hear Brad Live!

12/02/05 With Easy Motion Tourist, playing afro-pop grooves at the Waterloo Ice House on 6th and Lamar. $2 Cover

12/12/05 With Easy Motion Tourist at Momo's on 6th and Rio Grande above Katz's Deli
Show starts at 8pm $3 cover 18+

11/25/05
I have added a new paper to the blog section that details ways to protect your hearing as a musician and as an audience member. It addresses issues that many musicians fail to take into account when playing loud music such as the effects it has on the health of their audience members. Hearing Loss Article

11/11/05
I am holding a mock all-region audition on Tuesday Nov 15th for my Trombone Students. Excerpts will be posted 15-30 minutes before the audition begins at 8 am!

11/08/05
I have added another posting to the blog that outlines some audition techniques.Check it out Click here for the Blog

11/01/05
Students, I have added your recordings to the blog. Please download them and critique yourself. Click here for the Blog

10/24/05
A series discussing preparing for the All-Region and All-State band auditions has been posted to the blog. I encourage all of my students to take a quick look at it.. Click here for the Blog

10/10/05
I have added a new blog to my website that I will update regularly with articles on topics ranging from the music industry, trombone playing, and musical lifestyles to ideas on how to create your own gigs and work. I will keep the rants to a minimum and I encourage you to comment and reply to any posts you feel strongly about. Click here for the Blog

09/22/05
A new Article on Podcasting has just been published by your's truly. It will give you an indepth look on what it takes to use copyrighted music in your podcasts and lists all the resources you need to obtain the licenses. And in the interest of helping people out it is FREE! You will need Acrobat Reader to view this file Podcasting Article

08/23/05
Come Join Brad and other Austin Jazz Musicians at the Dirty Dog Bar on 6th street for a night of Jazz. If your a musician bring your axe. For those of you who enjoy a game of pool they have numerous tables available for your pleasure.

Brad currently has spaces available in his Trombone studio for prospective students. See the Lesson section of his site for more information.

Be sure to pick up the latest copy of the Austin Jazz Guide, the number one source for Jazz events in Austin. It is a monthly publication and its FREE! They are giving away a free IPOD! For more information check out
Austin Jazz Guide.com