Sam Stabinsky

Sam Stavinsky was born in San Carlos, California and has been playing the trombone since 5th grade. With over eight years of experience on the bass trombone specifically, he has performed with prestigious groups such as the SFJAZZ High School All-Stars, the Stanford Jazz Miles Ahead Big Band, the California All State Jazz Ensemble, and most notably, the Jazz Band of America.

Sam currently attends Cal Poly San Luis Obispo where he is pursuing a biochemistry major with intentions to pursue a graduate degree after. He is also an active member of Cal Poly’s jazz ensemble and jazz combos. 

Outside of music, Sam is passionate about soccer and mountain biking.