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Lindsay Shilling

British classical trombonist. Born 4 August 1959 in Chatteris, Cambridgeshire, England, UK. He played in local youth bands and [a=The National Youth Brass Band Of Great Britain]. He studied at the [l290263] (1977-1981), and after graduation he ventured into the world of freelance musicianship. On leaving College, he was asked to deputise with the [a=Philip Jones Brass Ensemble], and continued to work with them for several years. He was Sub-Principal Trombone with the [a=London Symphony Orchestra] (October 1994-January 1996) and Principal with the [a=London Philharmonic Orchestra] (September 1997-January 2005). Principal Trombone with the [a855061] since January 2005. Principal Trombone also for [a=London Brass]. As a studio musician, he has featured on the soundtracks for Chicken Run, Gladiator, Lord of the Rings, and others. Professor of Trombone at the Royal College of Music, London since 1993.