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BRaSS Trumpet Forum at Royal Scottish Academy of Music and Drama March 18, 2010
Brass Research and Scholarship in Scotland hosts trumpet forum
Feste Fantini-trumpet festival hosted by UNLV March 18, 2010
University of Nevada-Las Vegas hosts first annual trumpet festival
Tom Siders to Boston Symphony March 3, 2010
Tom Siders is the new Assistant Principal Trumpet in the Boston Symphony Orchestra.
Industry News: Another consolidation results in new jobs for Elkhart March 2, 2010
Blessing's manufacturing facility expansion results in more jobs in Elkhart.
Humboldt Brass Chamber Music Workshop announces 2010 Composition Contest prizewinners March 2, 2010
This year's contest focused on original works for college-level brass sextets.
Second Athens Brass Festival February 27, 2010
The second annual festival hosted by the Melos Brass with many guest artists playing classical, jazz, and folklore
In Memoriam: Arthur Haneuse (1922-2010) February 27, 2010
French trumpter of Dutch origins premiered the Jolivet Concertino and recorded Brandenburg's Second Concerto.
In Memoriam: Jan Doets (1919-2009) February 27, 2010
Dutch trumpeter who premiered the Tomasi Concerto passes on
Trials, tribulations, and triumphs of Jeanne Pocius's work in Haiti February 25, 2010
Jeanne Gabriel Pocius's work to rebuild a music program in Haiti after the devastating earthquake.
February 2010 Brass Herald February 24, 2010
Issue 32 of the Brass Herald is now available
In Memoriam: Charles Hois February 24, 2010
Former Pittsburg Symphony Orchestra trumpeter passes.
In Memoriam: Don Smith February 19, 2010
Trumpeter Don Smith, known for his work with Les Brown, NBC, and Anne Margerette, passes. News item to come.
In Memoriam: Charles Brady February 18, 2010
Former principal trumpet with the National Symphony who recorded L'Histoire du Soldat with Stravinsky passes.
In Memoriam: Roger Guérin (1926-2010) February 18, 2010
Legendary French jazz trumpeter Roger Guérin
Joe Wilder honored as Eddie Durham Jazz Celebration guest artist February 17, 2010
NEA Jazz Master Joe Wilder performs at Texas State University in annual jazz festival
Industry News: B&S changes its distribution in Germany, Austria, and Benelux February 16, 2010
The trumpet manufacturer's new distribution plan
Thomas Hooten recital and masterclass at University of Tennessee, Chattanooga February 12, 2010
Principal trumpet of the Atlanta Symphony's visit
Industry News: Blessing announces new student trumpets February 2, 2010
Blessing reveals their new model of trumpets for students
Stephenson Music Scholarship/Sound Off For Sarcoma fund  Red dot info link updated January 21, 2010
Scholarship for students to attend any summer program of his or her choice
Maurice Murphy receives British Honour January 2, 2010
Former LSO principal trumpeter receives medal of the Orders of the British Empire in Queen's 2010 New Year Honours List
Houston Grand Opera Lohengrin December 23 , 2009
The trumpets playing October and November's six-week run of Lohengrin
Fall 2009 news from Northeastern State University December 19, 2009
Brian Walker, Peter Wood, and Oscar Passley visit the university in Tahlequah, Oklahoma
NSW Minister of Tourism and Events NSW recognize Brian Evans December 10, 2009
Brian Evans receives recognition from New South Wales for his work as ITG 2010 conference host in Sydney
Dr. Brian Shook to Lamar University December 1, 2009
Shook joins the faculty of Lamar University as Assistant Professor of Trumpet
December 2009 Brass Herald December 9, 2009
The latest issue of the Brass Herald is now available.
Mid-American Trumpet Ensemble visits Emory & Henry College December 1, 2009
October masterclass and performance
International Trumpet Symposium at Grand Valley State University November 8, 2009
Report on the July trumpet event at Grand Valley State University near Grand Rapids, Michigan
Dr. John Cord to Texas A&M-Kingsville November 7 , 2009
Cord joins the music school at Texas A&M-Kingsville as Assistant Professor of Trumpet
Ivano Ascari visits TCU & Baylor October 27, 2009
Italian trumpet artist Ivano Ascari performs and gives instruction to students at the Texas schools
Industry News: Powell Flutes acquires E.K. Blessing October 29 , 2009
Powell Flutes, maker of Sonaré trumpets, acquires E.K. Blessing
Three American trumpeters perform and teach in Russia October 27, 2009
P. Bradley Ulrich, Grant Peters, and Eric Yates in St. Petersburg and Moscow
2009 Ohio Chapter ITG Conference October 26 , 2009
This year's conference featured Minnesota Orchestra Principal Trumpet Manny Laureano, the Columbus Symphony Brass, the Midwest Jazz Trumpet Ensemble, & trumpet ensembles from Ohio universities
Dr. Christopher Wilson named Yamaha Performing Artist/Clinician October 20, 2009
University of Arkansas professor and former Marine Band member now Yamaha artist
2009 Carmine Caruso International Jazz Competition October 15 , 2009
Report on the 2009 ITG jazz solo competition
In Memoriam: Dr. William Fielder October 11, 2009
"Prof" Fielder of Rutgers University passed away at age 71
In Memoriam: Michael Whitwell October 10 , 2009
Lead and jazz trumpeter, teacher, and actor Michael Whitwell
Seventh annual Ionian Summer Music Academy October 10, 2009
The 2009 Ionian Summer Music Academy took place July 15-21 in Corfu, Greece
October Brass Herald available September 30 , 2009
Issue 30 is now available
2009 "What a Wonderful World" Awards October 2, 2009
The Beth Israel Medical Center's Louis Armstrong Center for Music and Medicine 2009 Louis Armstrong "What a Wonderful World" awards
First Juan García Marín International Competition September 30 , 2009
The first annual competition put on by the Cultural Association Juan García Marín
Sonaré Winds to remain Keilworth and York distributors October 5, 2009
Update to story regarding Keilworth and York distribution
Australian Trumpet Guild Mouthpiece Vol. 11, Iss. 3 out September 25 , 2009
The latest issue of the Australian Trumpet Guild Mouthpiece is now available.
Dr. Marc Reed to University of Alabama at Birmingham September 15 , 2009
Dr. Mark Reed recently joined the faculty at the University of Alabama at Birmingham as Assistant Professor of Trumpet and Assistant Director of Bands
Pat Harbison honored as University of Louisville Alumni Fellow September 15 , 2009
This year's festival with the Rekkenze Brass featured James Thompson as the guest artist.
In Memoriam: Fred Mills September 7 , 2009
ITG is sad to learn legendary Canadian Brass trumpeter Fred Mills died this evening.
2009 Frankenwald Brass Festival August 29 , 2009
This year's festival with the Rekkenze Brass featured James Thompson as the guest artist.
Philip Cobb appointed Joint Principal Trumpet of the London Symphony Orchestra August 28 , 2009
21-year-old Philip Cobb is the newest member of LSO trumpet section
Herb Alpert receives ITG Honorary Award August 27 , 2009
ITG honors the chart-topping trumpeter and philanthropist
Uan Rasey receives ITG Honorary Award August 27 , 2009
ITG honors the long and distinguished career of the Hollywood trumpeter
Raymond Burkhart at conferences in Edinburgh and Glasgow August 27 , 2009
Burkhart’s papers discussed a selection of fanfares published and performed in Britain in 1921 and cornet/trumpet quartets in the US from 1872 to the 1930s
Trumpet Events at Emory & Henry August 26 , 2009
The 2008-2009 trumpet events at the Emory, VA college
In Memoriam: James Grafmyer August 23 , 2009
Retired-Navy trumpeter and educator James Grafmyer
Dr. Amy Schendel to University of Iowa August 20 , 2009
Dr. Amy Schendel was recently appointed Professor of Trumpet at the University of Iowa
2009 Art of Sound Summer Institute features Michael Sachs and Bay Brass July 31, 2009
Report on the 2009 institute
Brass Herald Issue 29 available July 28 , 2009
Brass Herald Issue 29 is now out
Pursell solos with Hagerstown & Maryland Defense Bands July 28, 2009
John Pursell's July performances in Maryland
2009 "Orhid Pearls" International Competition July 20 , 2009
The June competition held in Macedonia
Carl Saunders iPhone App July 11, 2009
A new innovation for the iPhone
Industry News: Kelly new tone-darkening sound sleeves July 9 , 2009
Kelly announces their new sound sleeves in two unique designs: Phat-Tone and Groovy Tone.
Candelaria and Leisring teach and perform in Latvia July 3, 2009
Dr. Leonard Candelaria and Steve Leisring were featured guests for the week-long "Trumpet Days" in Riga, Latvia
Industry News: Rick Baptist and Malcolm McNab join Ultra-Pure Oils endorsers July 1, 2009
The Hollywood artists endorse Ultra-Pure Oils
Registration now open for 2010 ITG Conference June 29 , 2009
ITG 2010, in Sydney, Australia, marks the first time an ITG conference will be in the southern hemisphere
Australian Trumpet Guild Mouthpiece out June 25 , 2009
Volume 11, no. 2 of the ATG journal is out
Industry News: Sonaré introduces intermediate trumpet line June 24 , 2009
Read about the new intermediate instruments
Smokey Mountain Trumpet Guild happenings June 23 , 2009
Recent events of the affiliate chapter
2009 University of Michigan International Trumpet Institute June 21 , 2009
Report on the 2009 institute in Pontlevoy, France
In Memoriam: Paul Dorsam (1941-2009) May 22, 2009
A look back at trumpeter, composer, and educator Paul Dorsam
Fourth Annual China Trumpet Conference May 20 , 2009
The fourth conference was held at Nanchung University in Nanchung Province, China, from May 13 to 17.
2009 Western Carolina Trumpet Festival May 15, 2009
January's festival featured Bobby Shew, Malcolm McNab, and Paul Merkelo.
Mark Ponzo recital and master class at U. Missouri May 11 , 2009
On November 16, 2008, Dr. Mark Ponzo, Professor of Trumpet at Northern Illinois University, gave a recital and master class at the University of Missouri.
Bernard Nero visits Pittsburg State University May 9, 2009
Former Principal Trumpeter of the Austin Symphony and Austin Lyric Opera worked iwith students in the Pittsburg State trumpet studio.
Edward Tarr residency at Sydney Conservatorium May 3 , 2009
From March 16-April 2, Dr. Edward Tarr was the guest of the Brass Unit at the Sydney Conservatorium of Music
Eastern Tennessee State U. "Spring Jazz at the Culp" May 2 , 2009
ETSU's spring concert, subtitled "Can you say high trumpet, baby?" featured artists Greg Wing, Tony Scodwell, and Chief Master Sergeant Jon W. Yates.
Brass Herald Issue 28 available May 2 , 2009
Brass Herald Issue 28 is now available
 
Ryan Anthony and Stanley Friedman in Colorado April 28 , 2009
Ryan Anthony premieres Friedman's Classical Concerto in C for trumpet and orchestra, and the two are guests at the Mesa State Trumpet Festival
Stanley Friedman conducts Blechcircus April 28 , 2009
Stanley Friedman conducts a March 2009 tour of the Austrian brass/percussion ensemble.
Pat Harbison master class at Wright State University April 28 , 2009
Harbison's February 28th masterclass, part of the 2009 Wright State University Jazz Guest Artist Series
Storm King Brass Tours April 21 , 2009
The Storm King Brass, a quintet comprised of members of the West Point Band, recently completed two tours.
Jeffrey Strong to "President's Own" US Marine Band April 20 , 2009
The newest member of the trumpet/cornet section
Jirí Laburda, Diarium I-V for Trumpet and Piano April 20 , 2009
W.G. Haas recently released Czech composer Jiri Laburda's five volumes of works for trumpet and piano, designed for beginners and beyond.
University of Mississippi and Mississippi State Faculty Brass Quintets perform recitals at Mississippi State University April 16 , 2009
Two brass quintet concerts featuring a variety of music at U. Mississippi
Alan Hood's sabbatical project April 15 , 2009
Read what the University of Denver trumpet professor has been up to this semester
Brian Shaw master class and performance at U. Southern Mississippi April 7 , 2009
University of Southern Mississippi in Hattiesburg hosts LSU professor Dr. Brian Shaw
Industry News: Courtois announces new trumpets April 6 , 2009
Courtois announces the new AC333 and AC334 B-flat trumpets.
2009 Thailand Brass Festival April 4 , 2009
The 2009 festival held in Bangkok
James Madison University trumpets honor Kluesner April 1 , 2009
Read about the surprise retirement event
Treybig & Norton Dresden masterclass &concert March 31, 2009
Belmont University School of Music trumpet and percussion faculty perform in Dresden
David Baldwin premieres Lyric Preludes March 31, 2009
The September premiere of a work by David Evan Thomas
Fred Mills residency at University of Southern Mississippi March 30, 2009
Report on the March 3-day residency
2009 US National Trumpet Competition/Jupiter presents NTC winner with new XO trumpet March 25, 2009
Read about the competition and see the results.
In Memoriam: Kenneth Cox March 25, 2009
Friends remember this trumpeter of the Jerusalem Symphony Orchestra and the Israel Philharmonic Orchestra
Göteborg Wind Orchestra loses funding March 24, 2009
The last wind orchestra in Sweden is threatened with closure. Sign the e-petition to help keep their doors open.
Barone, Cristaldi, and Libertucci join forces March 23, 2009
Principal trumpeter with the Italian Police Band in Rome, principal trumpeter of the Italian Navy Band, and principal organist at St. Peter's Basilica in Rome come together to form a Baroque trio.
In Memoriam: Veniamin Margolin March 22, 2009
ITG looks back at the life of Russian trumpeter Veniamin Margolin
Canadian Brass visits East Tennessee State University March 20, 2009
As part of their performance with the Johnson City Symphony on March 14th, the renowned brass quintet spent the day at East Tennessee State University.
Mike Vax guest artist and clinician at Eastern New Mexico University March 18, 2009
Vax's activities at the 2009 ENMU Jazz Festival
Jupiter announces NTC endowment March 12, 2009
Jupiter and NTC establish the Jupiter Band Instruments Young Artist Endowment
Daniel Kelly & Libby Vanatta perform trumpet & piano recital at Mississippi State March 11, 2009
Report on the March 9 concert
South Carolina Trumpet Guild formed March 11, 2009
ITG welcomes a new chapter
Brass Quintet from the US Marine Band visits Mississippi State University March 11, 2009
Read about the masterclass and performances at MSU
Old Guard Fife & Drum Corps Baroque Trumpet Ensemble Performs at 2009 Maryland Early Brass Festival March 5, 2009
The ensemble performs at the 4th 2009 Maryland Early Brass Festival
Industry News: Gear4music launches starter package March 3, 2009
Source: Gear4music
2009 UNCSA ITG Trumpet Festival March 1, 2009
Extensive report on the inaugural event of the Piedmont Triad Affiliate Chapter of ITG
Alison Balsom UNCSA Masterclass March 1, 2009
Alison Balsom's masterclass at UNCSA
Rex Richardson UNCSA Day-long Residency March 1, 2009
Report on the Dec. 2008 residency
Elon University hosts Alison Balsom & Balsom Ensemble February 28, 2009
Read about the events at Elon University
Industry News: Denis Wick expands into new facility February 28 , 2009
Read about and see pictures of the new facility
Susan Slaughter masterclass at U. Missouri February 19, 2009
St. Louis Symphony Principal Trumpeter Susan Slaughter's March masterclass at U. Missouri
Brass Herald Issue 27 now available February 18 , 2009
Featuring stories about brass players and brass playing all over the world
Christopher Wilson to Arkansas State University February 16, 2009
Dr. Christopher W. Wilson begins his appointment as Artist/Assistant Professor of Trumpet in Fall 2009
Northeastern Trumpet Festival February 12 , 2009
Read about this year's Trumpet Festival
DiMartino & Ioannidis collaborate in Greece, Poland February 11, 2009
The January 2009 masterclasses and performances
Barry Bauguess visits Pittsburg State University February 9 , 2009
Baroque trumpet artist performs at Pittsburg State University in Pittsburg, Kansas
In Memoriam: Arnold Chycoski February 5, 2009
A belated look back at the Canadian jazz-trumpeter
Dr. Scott Meredith appointed to University of Wyoming February 4 , 2009
Dr. Meredith, who has been visiting assistant professor of trumpet for the last year, moves to assistant professor of trumpet.
In Memoriam: Irving Bush, 1930-2009 February 2, 2009
Multi-talented trumpeter and former LA Phil member dies at 78
Industry News: Jupiter XO Professional line adds new C trumpet, flugelhorn, and piccolo trumpet January 27 , 2009
Source: Jupiter Band Instruments, Inc.
Barry Bauguess Appointed Kulas Visiting Artist at Case Western Reserve University January 23, 2009
Baroque trumpet concert and recording artist Bauguess has been named a Kulas Visiting Artist in the Historical Performance Program at Case Western Reserve University.
Amanda Pepping named Sonaré artist January 23 , 2009
News Co-editor named artist for Sonaré Winds
Chris Carrillo to James Madison University January 23, 2009
Dr. Chris Carrillo appointed to James Madison University faculty beginning Fall 2009
University of Central Oklahoma brass ensemble tour January 8 , 2009
Report on the group's December tour
2008 Chosen Vale International Trumpet Seminar January 1, 2009
A thorough report on the 2008 seminar
Older news file January-December, 2008
 
 
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