Southern Miss Brass Symposium Returns April 17-18

The University of Southern Mississippi School of Music will host the Brass Symposium April 17-18 in the Mannoni Performing Arts Center, welcoming high school and collegiate brass musicians, educators and music enthusiasts for two days of performances, masterclasses and professional development.

Guest artists include Ryan Gardner (trumpet), Shawn Hagen (horn), Douglas Yeo (bass trombone), Gail Robertson (euphonium) and Stacy Baker (tuba). Along with Southern Miss brass faculty, they will lead sessions focused on musical performance, audition and competition preparation, historical brass traditions, entrepreneurship and wellness.

Programming will include masterclasses, panel discussions, ensemble showcases, vendor exhibits and performance opportunities for participating ensembles and individuals. The event will conclude with a finale concert featuring guest artists and a mass brass ensemble.

Participants may register for one or both days of the symposium. Registration information, updates and full event details can be found on the Brass Symposium website.

About the School of Music

The School of Music at The University of Southern Mississippi is the state’s flagship music program and a destination campus for the study of music across the region, the United States and the world. Housed within the College of Arts and Sciences, the school offers bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral degrees and has earned a national and international reputation for excellence. Its distinguished faculty members are active performers and educators who appear on stages from local communities to major international venues. The School of Music is home to acclaimed band, choral, orchestral, jazz, opera and musical theater ensembles and provides extensive solo and chamber music performance opportunities. Students regularly perform at regional, national and international events and work with leading guest artists in preparation for careers as 21st century performers and educators.