Andrew Cropper is an active and professional trombone player who has performed across the New England area in a variety of performing ensembles, including the Keene State College Concert Band, Jazz Band, Brass Quintet, and Brass Ensemble, as well as UMASS Amherst’s Wind Ensemble, Symphony Orchestra, Brass Quintet, and Brass Chamber Ensemble. Andrew has also performed in numerous pit orchestras and held bass trombone positions with the Keene Jazz Orchestra and the Amherst College Symphony Orchestra. Andrew has also shared the stage with incredible guest artists such as former principal trumpet of the New York Philharmonic, Phil Smith, and American jazz singer, Sheila Jordan. 

As of May of 2025, Andrew earned his Masters of Music in Trombone Performance at the University of Massachusetts Amherst where he studied with Greg Spiridopoulos, and received his Bachelor of Arts in Trombone Performance from Keene State College in 2023, where he studied with Dr. John T. Hart Jr. and Kris Danielson.  In addition to his masters, Andrew also earned a Graduate Certificate in Music History Pedagogy. In addition to playing trombone, Andrew also plays euphonium, alto trombone, bass trombone, and even the tenor sackbut. Andrew strives to make his lessons fun and engaging, and encourages his students to be passionate about music and aim for creative success.