World-class trombonist Abbie Conant will visit DePaul University School of Music March 30 to April 4 to perform, teach a workshop, speak and screen a biographical film. The events are open to the public.

     Conant, a native of Pryor, Okla., now living in Germany, has recorded a highly acclaimed CD of trombone and organ music and has appeared internationally as a soloist, recitalist and feminist performance artist. In the last three years she has performed in more than 30 American cities. Schooled at Temple, Yale and Juilliard, Conant performed as solo trombonist of the Royal Opera of Turin from 1979-80 and for the Munich Philharmonic from 1980 to 1993. Conant's work has been shaped by a 13-year battle against sexism she fought to regain her position as principal trombonist of the Munich Philharmonic.

     Conant's schedule at DePaul includes:

     March 30: Conant will host a showing of the 82-minute film "Abbie Get Your Gun," a satirical look at Conant's efforts to regain her spot as trombone soloist for the Munich Philharmonic. The free, public event will be held in DePaul's McGaw Hall, Room 130, 802 W. Belden Ave. For information, call 773/325-7260.

     April 3: Conant and composer William Osborne will perform a concert at 8 p.m. at the DePaul Concert Hall, 800 W. Belden Ave. Conant will perform "Music for the End of Time" for trombone and electronics composed by William Osborne, and selected solo and ensemble works with CUBE Contemporary Music Ensemble members and guest artists. The concert is underwritten by C.G. Conn, a division of United Musical Instruments. Tickets are $10 to $18 with discounts available. For information and tickets, call 773/325-7260.

     April 4: Conant will offer a free trombone workshop for area college players from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at the DePaul Concert Hall, 800 W. Belden Ave. The event is underwritten C.G. Conn, a division of United Musical Instruments. For information, call 773/325-7260.

     April 4: Conant will discuss and answer questions about women performers and her experiences as a musician during a visit to the DePaul class "Women and Music" from 1:30 to 3 p.m. in the Oscar Romero Room of DePaul's Stuart Center, 2311 N. Clifton Ave. A reception follows her appearance. Sponsored by the DePaul Women's Center, the event is free and open public. For information, call 773/325-7260.