American Music Institute (AMI) proudly welcomes world renowned Trombonist - Dr Terry Leahy to its Brass Faculty & College Program Faculty - Availability Starting Thursday, April 24, 2025. Mr Leahy brings a wealth of experience and a fresh perspective to AMI, inspiring students of all ages and skill levels.

Originally from Australia, Dr Terry Leahy holds degrees from the Australian National University, the University of Minnesota and Northwestern University. Currently performing with the Peninsula Music Festival Orchestra (WI) and the Chicago Philharmonic, he is also an Executive Director of Landmark Brass Chicago. Terry is equally at home on alto, tenor and bass trombones and, additionally has recorded and performed on bass trumpet and tenor tuba.

Terry Leahy has rich experience in performing as a soloist in recitals all over the world (UK, Finland, Australia, the US, South Africa and Austria), tenuring positions as an orchestral musician (the Finnish National Opera Orchestra, The Savonlinna Festival Opera Orchestra) as well as a chamber musician (The Midwest Conference, the Wiener Festwochen, The American Trombone Workshop, the International Trombone Conference). As an educator, Dr Leahy has presented masterclasses in Australia, the US, the UK and South Africa. He has previously served as visiting professor on the faculties of Indiana University, Northwestern University, Colorado State University and Central Michigan University. Dr Leahy can be heard on recordings for Deutsche Grammophon, Sony and Warner.

Schedule Trombone / Trumpet / Tuba Lessons with Terry Leahy available starting Thursday, April 24th at AMI’s Clarendon Hills & Downers Grove Campuses, including in-home lessons around campuses. Book lessons with Terry Leahy at [email protected] or 630-850-8505. AMI CONTACT FORM

About American Music Institute (AMI)

American Music Institute is a leading music education institution dedicated to fostering a love for music and providing high-quality instruction to students of all instruments, ages, genres and levels. AMI Campuses are located in Chicago, Clarendon Hills, Downers Grove, Geneva, and St. Charles, IL. For more information about enrolling in lessons with Mr. Colón or any of AMI’s programs, please visit amimusic.org or contact AMI at (630) 850-8505 / [email protected]