Study with a wide array of world-renowned experts. In addition to studying with master performers and teachers, you will also have the opportunity to perform in award-winning large ensembles such as the Duquesne University Symphony Orchestra, Wind Symphony, and Symphony Band.
Chamber music also plays a very important role in our students’ education. Students frequently perform in brass quintets, brass choir, and other wind chamber groups.
Graduates of the Mary Pappert School of Music can be seen performing in the nation’s top professional performing ensembles such the GRAMMY Award-winning Pittsburgh Symphony, Chicago Symphony, Metropolitan Opera, and various military bands in Washington, DC
Graduate Students
We are proud to offer highly competitive Graduate Performance Awards and Assistantships that can cover up to 100% of tuition.
Questions About Studying Brass?
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Trumpet Faculty
Horn Faculty
Trombone Faculty
Euphonium/Tuba Faculty
Upcoming Brass Events
Factory Seconds at MPSOM
THE FACTORY SECONDS BRASS TRIO consists of Jack Sutte, Trumpet, Jesse McCormick, Horn,...
Guest Artist Master Class: Martin McCain, trombone
A third-generation musician, Martin McCain’s career spans an impressive range of...
Student Recital: Michaela Gett, euphonium & Kaleb Shaw, voice
From the studios of Dr. James Gourlay & Dr. Meghan DeWald Althouse.
Student Recital: Angelica Bohurjak, flute & Maggie Butcher, trumpet
From the studios of Jennifer Steele and Dr. Christopher Wilson.
Student Recital: Zane Wooddell, piano; Matthew Sterbenz, piano; & Andrew Wimple, euphonium
From the studios of Dr. Kevin Lee Sun and Dr. James Gourlay.