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Tom MacTaggart

Experience

I am a professional performer and educator with more than 35 years of experience. I have played with numerous symphony orchestras, big bands, and commercial groups. I have also performed in ensembles that accompany major recording artists, such as Barry Manilow, Bernadette Peters, and the Temptations. I have taught all ages and skill levels.

 

I teach and perform on trombone and euphonium. My versatility allows me to play classical, jazz, and popular music styles. 

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I am an Army veteran who served in the U.S. Army Band Program for over 24 years and earned the rank of Sergeant Major. While in the Army, I received numerous awards for excellence as a leader, educator, and musician. I have been fortunate to perform and teach all over the world, including at the Armed Forces School of Music. While serving as the brass department head and trombone instructor, I taught Army, Navy, and Marine Corps trombonists, as well as other brass players.

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I am passionate about teaching and and performing music. I look forward to working with you!

Education

Bachelor of Music (Music Education) Degree

Northern Illinois University, DeKalb, IL

 

Master of Music (Performance and Pedagogy) Degree

Florida State University, Tallahassee, FL

Graduate Assistant for Trombone Studio

 

Doctor of Musical Arts Studies

University of Southern Mississippi, Hattiesburg, MS

Graduate Assistant for Trombone Studio and Jazz Department

Julie MacTaggart

Experience

I've taught private lessons and performed as a freelance musician for over 30 years up and down the East Coast, as well as in Illinois, Belgium, and now Colorado.  I have experience teaching students of all ages and playing classical, jazz, and commercial styles. I currently perform with the Restoration Brass Ensemble in Colorado Springs.

Education

Bachelors in Trumpet Performance

West Chester University, West Chester, PA

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Masters in Trumpet Performance and Pedagogy

Florida State University, Tallahassee, FL

Graduate Assistant for Trumpet Studio

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Doctor of Musical Arts Studies

University of Southern Mississippi, Hattiesburg, MS

Graduate Assistant for Trumpet Studio

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