Arthur Wilson

British trombonist, and Professor of Trombone. Born 21 June 1927 in Battersea, South London, England, UK - Died 10 July 2010 in London, England, UK. He joined the Coldstream Guards in June 1944. Briefly, in 1950, he joined the London Symphony Orchestra. He joined the Philharmonia Orchestra in 1951, becoming Principal Trombone in 1952 until leaving the orchestra in 1979. After leaving the Philharmonia, Wilson joined the Orchestra Of The Royal Opera House, Covent Garden as Co-Principal Trombone until 1981. Principal with the English Chamber Orchestra, and a founding member of the Philip Jones Brass Ensemble. In 1967, he became Professor of Trombone at the Royal College Of Music, London; he held the post until 1999.