Trumpet Studio
Performance, Passion, Pride
We're fortunate to have a talented and dynamic trumpet studio at East Texas A&M. So whether you hope to become a performer, a music educator, or simply an “educated amateur,” the East Texas A&M trumpet studio is the place to start!
Trumpet lessons are structured to help you acquire the tools and knowledge needed to cultivate a successful career in music. Lessons assignments are tailored to meet the needs of the individual student but generally include solo repertoire, etudes, technical studies, orchestral excerpts and literature, jazz studies, sight reading skills, and pedagogy–a “well-balanced diet” of musical skills. All students are afforded solo performance opportunities that encourage the development of advanced musical skills, stage presence, and the self-confidence performers and educators need to succeed in their respective fields. Additionally, all trumpet students are able to gain valuable performing experience through participation in our Wind Ensemble, Symphonic Band, Concert Band, Jazz Ensembles, Pride Marching Band and various chamber ensembles.
Welcome from Dr. Kelly
Welcome to the East Texas A&M trumpet studio. Our trumpet program prides itself on preparing students to become outstanding professionals in their selected careers. I hope that you will visit the campus soon to attend a concert, recital or clinic. You will see that there are great things happening in East Texas. Please browse through our entire site to learn more about the trumpet program and please don't hesitate to contact me if you have any questions.
International Trumpet Guild
The East Texas A&M ITG Affiliate Chapter was established May of 2018 and is a registered campus student organization. Comprised of trumpet studio members and any “trumpet enthusiasts” in the East Texas A&M family, the chapter promotes and supports studio activities such as hosting clinicians, attending – and often performing at – ITG Conferences, regional conferences, and TMEA, and other trumpet-related outreach activities.
Featured News
School of Music to Host Guest Artist Masterclass Open to the Public
Noted Polish Soprano Brygida Bziukiewicz Kulig will deliver a vocal masterclass open to the public on November 18.
A&M-Commerce Hosts Inaugural International Piano Symposium
The Texas A&M University-Commerce School of Music hosted the inaugural meeting of the North Texas International Piano Symposium from October 4-5 to discover, amplify and celebrate the research of Latin American piano literature.
TAMUC Music Students to Showcase Talent in Benefit Recital Ahead of Texoma Regional NATS Competition
The Texas A&M University-Commerce School of Music Vocal Division is thrilled to announce a benefit recital featuring 17 talented students on Monday, October 28 in the Recital Hall of the Music Building at 7:30 pm.
TAMUC Unveils New School of Music at Kickoff Concert
Texas A&M University-Commerce recently celebrated the redesignation of its School of Music at a special kickoff concert on September 29. 2024.
A&M-Commerce Music Instructor Honored as UNK Distinguished Alumnus
Texas A&M University-Commerce Adjunct Instructor Dr. Kory Reeder was recently honored with the Gary Thomas Distinguished Music Alumnus Award from the University of Nebraska Kearney.
TAMUC Alums Lead Percussion Ensembles in International Showcase
Three Texas A&M University-Commerce alumni will direct ensembles performing at the Percussive Arts Society’s (PAS) international convention, scheduled for November 13-16, 2024 in Indianapolis, Ind. Dr. Andrew Lynge is a 2011 A&M-Commerce graduate, assistant professor of percussion and director of percussion studies at the University of Alabama. Dr. Andrew Eldridge is a 2003 graduate and […]
TAMUC Student Wins National Percussion Performance Competition
A Texas A&M University-Commerce music student recently took the first-place prize at the 2024 Black Swamp Percussion Solo & Ensemble Showcase. Noah Avelar, a graduate student pursuing a Master of Music degree, won the College Snare Drum division with his performance of “Rooted” by Brian Blume. In the competition, collegiate-aged percussionists perform unaccompanied solos for […]
A&M-Commerce Alum Elected to Colorguard Hall of Fame
An alum of Texas A&M University-Commerce was recently inducted into the North Texas Colorguard Association (NTCA) Hall of Fame as a reflection of his impact as an educator. Stuart Spoon, a 2002 Lion graduate, received the honor during the NTCA Percussion Championships on April 13. Spoon became only the 17th person inducted into the association’s […]
TAMUC Music Faculty Releases Video Performance Album
Dr. Daniel Kelly, professor of trumpet at Texas A&M University-Commerce, recently released a video album on YouTube. The album, titled “Streets of Scarlet and Shadow,” features five pieces for trumpet and piano that draw inspiration from the aesthetic of film noir. The title track was composed by Dr. Alan Theisen and was commissioned by the […]
TAMUC Music Faculty Publishes Collection of Songs for Performance
Dr. Leanne Scaggs, instructor of voice and opera at Texas A&M University-Commerce, recently published a performance edition of a collection of songs by classical composer Nina d’Aubigny von Engelbrunner. The collection, titled “Deutsche, Italienische und Französische Gesänge mit Begleitung des Pianoforte”—which is German for “German, Italian and French Songs with Piano Accompaniment”— compiles 12 different […]
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- P.O. Box 3011