The KSU Trumpet Studio has a tradition of excellence in education, performance and a rich history of academic and professional success after graduation. Through personalized goal-oriented studies and numerous diverse performance opportunities, each student at K-State is guided in developing artistic and leadership skills toward their forthcoming careers. The KSU Trumpet Studio is a positive and supportive community, and our unique perspectives and experiences combine to create an inclusive atmosphere. These traditions continue to be developed under the leadership of Dr. John Kilgore, Instructor of Trumpet.
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At a Glance: The Trumpet Studio We are undergraduate and graduate students hailing from around the country Weekly studio class and trumpet ensemble rehearsal Weekly warm-up class Regularly scheduled guest artist masterclasses and recitals At a Glance: KSU Performance Opportunities Wind Ensemble Wind Symphony Concert Band University Band Brass Ensemble Kansas State University Marching Band "The Pride of Wildcat Land" Athletic Bands (Volleyball, Basketball) 3 Concert Jazz Ensembles and Combos Symphony Orchestra Opera and Musical Theatre Orchestras Brass Quintets Trumpet Ensemble (attends the National Trumpet Competition)
At a Glance: Manhattan, KS Located in the Flint Hills region of Kansas, Manhattan is known as "The Little Apple" Approximately 55,000 year-round residents and 25,000 K-State students A bustling college town experience in a small city
Lets talk location: Manhattan Regional Airport: daily flights to Dallas/Fort worth and Chicago O'Hare Topeka, KS: 50 minutes Wichita, KS: 2 hours Kansas City, MO : 2 hours Omaha, NE: 3 hours Oklahoma City, OK: 4 hours 30 minutes Des Moines, IA: 4 hours 40 minutes St. Louis, MO: 5 hours 30 minutes Denver, CO: 7 hours