DMA student Michael Ellzey with Mr. Kaderabek

On May 3rd and 4th, Frank Kaderabek was a guest of the University of Southern Mississippi trumpet studio. While on campus, Kaderabek, formerly Principal Trumpet of the Philadelphia Orchestra, presented a masterclass focusing on the topics of a solid practice routine, keeping on top of trumpet fundamentals (particularly the use of wind), and the benefits of working from time-tested etude books by such composer/players as Arban, Saint Jacome, and Clarke. He also took part of the class to work with graduate students from USM on excerpts from Leonore No. 2, Fetes, Mahler’s 5th Symphony, and Petroushka.

Later that evening, Kaderabek performed as the featured guest soloist with The University of Southern Mississippi Symphonic Winds in Bennett Auditorium. Kaderabek’s portion of the program included the Arutunian Concerto, Franz Lehar’s Dein ist mein ganzes Herz (showcasing Kaderabek’s lyrical playing), and a truly rousing performance of Herbert L. Clarke’s The Southern Cross concluded the program. Mr. Kaderabek’s visit was a very enjoyable one for his hosts, and his performances were moving and inspiring to trumpeters and non-trumpeters alike.

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School of Music, University of Southern Mississippi