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.
Hill Country Jazz Bones Place In International Competition
Congratulations to the Hill Country Jazz Bones on being named Honorable Mention in the International Trombone Association's Kai Winding Jazz Trombone Ensemble Competition!
Walker Accepted Into PRISMA and Sewanee
Congratulations to Jett Walker on being accepted into the Pacific Region International Summer Music Academy and the Sewanee Music Festival.
Raby Accepted into the Masterworks Music Festival
Joseph Raby was recently accepted into the Masterworks Music Festival on a full scholarship. Congrats Joseph!
Vogel Appointed to Texas Lutheran University
Steven Vogel (BM '15) was appointed as Assistant Professor of Trombone and Euphonium at Texas Lutheran University.