sentences:  During this time he performed with notable artists including the Buddy Rich Big Band, Toshiko Akiyoshi, Blood Sweat & Tears, Slide Hampton, Bob Mintzer, Maria Schneider, Frank Sinatra, Sarah Vaughan, Joe Williams, Aretha Franklin, Mel Tormé, Peabo Bryson, Dave Liebman, Mulgrew Miller and Marc Copland.In 2000, Panichi moved back to Australia where he is currently active in teaching, performing, and composing.He is currently a casual lecturer in trombone at Sydney Conservatorium of Music.