Nicholas Adema
Freelance Musician
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About
Nick Adema is a Canadian trombonist/composer currently based in Ottawa. Exploring the plurality of sonic environments is Nick Adema's forte. Using the modest nature of the slide to express his musical vigour, Nick is one of the most versatile trombonists coming out of Canada. Hailing from the nation's capital Ottawa, Nick quickly came onto the scene as a curious mind who embraced spontaneity and playfulness in his music.
Experience
Orchestra Musician - Trombone/Bass Trombone at Royal Caribbean (2025-11 – Present)
Playing the music of Back to the Future The Musical
- Orchestra Musician - Trombone/Bass Trombone
- Performing in Back to the Future The Musical
Guest Lecturer at Capilano University (2024 – 2024)
Guest lecturer in jazz trombone
Guest Lecturer at University of Toronto (2024 – 2024)
Guest lecturer in jazz trombone
Guest Lecturer at Longy School of Music (2024 – 2024)
Guest lecturer (2 sessions) in jazz trombone
Education
Master's in Jazz Trombone – Conservatorium van Amsterdam (2021 – 2023)
Bachelor's in Jazz Trombone – University of Toronto (2017 – 2021)
