Dr. Lauren Rudzinskas has a dynamic career as an accomplished trombonist and pedagogue performing as a chamber musician, soloist, freelancer, clinician, and presenter. Rudzinskas currently serves as the Senior Lecturer of Trombone at the University of Akron. She is a founding member of Calypsus Brass, an innovative ensemble committed to performing new works, giving masterclasses, and supporting underrepresented composers. Praised for her virtuosity, Rudzinskas has been a featured solo artist with a variety of ensembles as well as an active recitalist. As an accomplished arts administrator, Lauren serves as the General Manager of the International Women’s Brass Conference.