As a TCU brass student, you’ll access a range of courses and opportunities that will equip you with the specific skills and guidance to grow as a musician.
The School of Music brings a broad array of guest artists, who are leaders in every corner of the profession, to perform on campus. Whether it’s hosting music festival events and concerts, clinics or guest artist recitals by legendary jazz, studio, orchestral, period and cutting-edge contemporary artists, TCU is a hub for renowned artists.
Scholarship support is available for talented undergraduate and graduate music majors. Assistantships that include full-tuition remission plus a stipend are available for graduate students.
Jon Burgess, BM, MM, DMA – Division Chair of Brass, Associate Professor of Trumpet
David Begnoche, BM, MM, DMA – Associate Professor of Trombone
Richard Murrow, BME, MM – Instructor of Tuba/Euphonium
Heather Test, BM, MM – Instructor of French Horn
Through your courses, you’ll have the opportunity to perform in TCU’s orchestra, wind bands, jazz ensembles, brass ensembles and chamber groups. All that experience, not to mention exposure to the wealth of top musicians who visit campus as performers and mentors, leads to a wide range of job opportunities, from teaching positions to orchestral spots to solo performances in the various genres of music.
Your faculty advisor will work with you to choose the right combination of courses and mentor you so you can reach your goals.
Schedule one-on-one meetings with your career consultant to learn more about everything Career Services has to offer music majors.
Career Preparation