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Wind Symphony

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Jazz Band I

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Kingsville Symphony & Chamber Orchestra

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Trumpet Ensembles

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Javelina Marching Band

Texas A&M University-Kingsville

TRUMPET STUDIO - ABOUT

There are a number of activities available within the trumpet studio at TAMUK, in addition to weekly applied lessons with Dr. Millsap, Mrs. Millsap, and Dr. Wallin. These include the Trumpet Ensemble, the Jazz Trumpet Ensemble, Brass Ensembles, and Trumpet Studio Class. TAMUK also offers many ensemble opportunities for trumpet students.

Trumpet Ensemble

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Texas A&M-Kingsville Trumpet Ensembles have performed at the International Trumpet Guild, Texas Music Educators Association Convention, and the College Music Society National Conference. They also frequently compete at the National Trumpet Competition, finishing in the top 6 in the country in 2018 & 2019. Since 2013, they have averaged at least one new work written for the ensemble per year.

They frequently perform at university events and perform a recital each semester. Ensembles are directed by Dr. Millsap, Mrs. Millsap, and student conducting assistants.
America the Beautiful performed by the TAMUK Trumpet Ensemble
April 9, 2019
Highlights from the studio's Spring 2018 Studio Recital.
April 17, 2018

Jazz Trumpets

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The Jazz Trumpets are a hybrid of the jazz and trumpet ensemble programs, specializing in repertoire for 4-5 trumpets, with or without rhythm section. Recent performances include the International Trumpet Guild Conference (2017 & 2018) and National Trumpet Competition (2018 & 2020). They are directed by Dr. Millsap.
Performance by the 2019 Full Jazz Trumpets Ensemble.
April 9, 2019
Performance by the 2017 Jazz Trumpets 1 Ensemble.
February 7, 2017

Studio Class

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Required of all trumpet majors, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 12:30-1:45. Classes consist of rehearsals, performances by students, and masterclasses by Dr. Millsap or invited guest artists. Topics include trumpet history, pedagogy, performance techniques, listening, and repertoire.

Technique Class

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Required of all freshmen and recommended for all members of the studio. The class serves as a group lesson on warm-up and practice techniques, and works through selected repertoire to develop fundamental skills for success on the trumpet.

Morning Warm-Up

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All studio members are required to attend at least one warm-up class per week. Here we work on what comprises a good warm-up, establish positive trumpet habits, and bond with some early morning playing. The class typically works out of Dr. Millsap's warm-up method Modern Warm-Up Method for Trumpet available through BrassArts Unlimited.

Brass Quintets

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The Brass Quintets are coached by TAMUK brass faculty and perform a chamber recital each semester.

Large Ensembles

Awards & Achievements

2021
International Trumpet Guild Conference
- Jalisco, Javelina and Jazz Trumpets I Trumpet Ensembles invited to perform Trumpet Prelude

National Trumpet Competition
- Virtual College Trumpet Ensemble Division: Jalisco Trumpet Ensemble, 3rd Place
- Virtual College Trumpet Ensemble Division: Javelina Trumpet Ensemble, Semi-Finalist
- Graduate Solo Division: Lacey Peschel, Semi-Finalist
- Military Band Excerpts Division: Ramon Garcia, Semi-Finalist
2020
National Trumpet Competition
- Small Trumpet Ensemble Division: Jalisco Trumpet Ensemble, Quarter-Finalist
- Large Trumpet Ensemble Division: Javelina Trumpet Ensemble, Quarter-Finalist
- Large Trumpet Ensemble Division: Gold Trumpet Ensemble, Quarter-Finalist

Texas Music Educators Association Convention
- Trumpet Ensemble invited to perform as part of TMEA 100 It Starts With Music production
- Jazz Band I invited to perform
2019
International Trumpet Guild Conference
- TAMUK Trumpet Guild Ensemble selected to perform on Affiliate Chapter Showcase Concert.

National Trumpet Competition
- Large Trumpet Ensemble Division: Blue Trumpet Ensemble, Semi-Finalist (Top 6)

Texas Music Educators Association Convention
- Wind Symphony invited to perform
2018
International Trumpet Guild Conference
- Blue & Gold Trumpet Ensembles invited to perform Trumpet Prelude.
- TAMUK Trumpet Guild Ensemble selected to perform on Affiliate Chapter Showcase Concert.

National Trumpet Competition
- Small Trumpet Ensemble Division: Blue Trumpet Ensemble, Semi-Finalist (Top 8)
- Large Trumpet Ensemble Division: Gold Trumpet Ensemble, Quarter-Finalist
- Small Trumpet Ensemble Division: Red Trumpet Ensembles, Quarter-Finalist
2017
International Trumpet Guild Conference
- Trumpet Ensemble selected to perform on Affiliate Chapter Showcase Concert.

College Music Society National Conference
- Trumpet Ensemble selected to perform on Composer's Showcase Concert.

Texas Jazz Festival Scholarship
- Javier Salinas, recipient
2016
National Trumpet Competition
- Small Trumpet Ensemble Division: Blue Trumpet Ensemble, Semi-Finalist
2015
National Trumpet Competition
- Small Trumpet Ensemble Division: Blue Trumpet Ensemble, Semi-Finalist
- Undergraduate Solo Division: Felix Cruz, III, Semi-Finalist

Texas Music Educators Association Convention
- Trumpet Ensemble Showcase Performance

Kingsville Music Club Scholarship
- Javier Salinas, recipient

Graduates
Music Educators:
- Christopher Thrash (BME '20)
- Katherine Garza (BME '19)
- Francisco Hernandez (BME '19)
- Juan De Dios Perez (BME '19)
- Jose Villanueva (BME '19)
- Antonio De La Rosa (BME ’17)
- Jorge Rangel (BME ’15/MM '19)
- Samantha Neely (BME ’15)
- Melinda Armadillo (BME ’14)

Graduate Programs:
- Christian Arteaga (BME '19), Texas A&M University-Kingsville (MM-Conducting)
- Michelle Hernandez (BM '18), University of North Texas (MM-Performance)
- Javier Salinas (BM '18), University of Kentucky (MM-Performance)
- Jonathan de la Cruz (BME ’16), Indiana University (MM-Jazz Studies)
- Jorge Rangel (BME ’15), Texas A&M University-Kingsville (MM-Performance)
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For more information, contact:
TAMUK School of Music
MSC 174, 700 University Blvd
Kingsville, TX 78363-8202
kyle.millsap@tamuk.edu

Physical address:
Music Building
775 N Armstrong Ave
Kingsville, TX 78363