Congratulations to the Hill Country Jazz Bones who have been named Honorable Mention in the 2020 International Trombone Association's Kai Winding Jazz Trombone Ensemble Competition. This makes the ensemble's second year in a row receiving the honor.
Vogel Named Edwards Performing Artist
Steven Vogel (BM ’15) has recently joined the Edwards Instrument Company artist roster. He is currently on the faculty at Texas Lutheran University and Lone Star College – University Park in addition to holding positions with the Brazos Valley Symphony Orchestra and Rodney Marsalis Philadelphia Big Brass.
Walker Wins Concerto Competition
Congratulations to Jett Walker on being named a winner in the University Concerto Competition! He will perform Derek Bourgeois' Concerto for Trombone and Orchestra with the Texas State Symphony in February.
Acosta and Walker Advance to Final Round
Congratulations to Matthew Acosta and Jett Walker on being named finalists in the University Concerto Competition!
Garcia Releases 2nd Album
Congratulations to Eliud Garcia (BM '15) on the recent release of his 2nd solo album entitled Versitos.
Vogel New Appointment
Steven Vogel (BM ’15) was recently appointed on the faculty at Lone Star College – University Park where he will teach applied low brass and music appreciation. Vogel is also on the faculty at Texas Lutheran University and an active freelance musician.
Trombone Alumni in Puerto Rico
The 2019 Puerto Rico Summer Music Festival Orchestra trombone section was comprised of all Texas State alumni. Ramiro Cortez (BM ’18) is currently pursuing a MM degree at the Manhattan School of Music. Camden Scarborough (BM ’17) recently received his Masters degree from Northwestern University and Eliud Garcia (BM ’15) is a recent graduate from Yale University.
Walker Named Finalist in PRISMA Concerto Competition
Jett Walker was named a finalist in the Pacific Region International Summer Music Academy concerto competition. He will compete in Vancouver in June.
Reyes Accepted Into RMBI
Fabian Reyes was recently accepted into the Rafael Mendez Brass Institute at the University of Denver in addition to receiving a scholarship.
Johnson Appointed to Shelton State Community College
Congratulations to Michael Johnson (MM '17) on his recent appointment at Shelton State Community College in Tuscaloosa, AL! Michael is currently in the 2nd year of his Doctoral degree at the University of Alabama.