The Fine Arts Department frequently has masterclasses about different topics. Tuesday, the low brass studio participated in a masterclass with a military musician where students were able to ask questions and four students performed for feedback.
The director of athletic bands, Todd Cranson, asked Dr. Patrick Nyren to teach this masterclass over Zoom. Nyren has played the euphonium for 22 year, joined the United State Army Field Band in 2019 and previously served almost six years in the regional Army Bands.
Cranson said this masterclass is an opportunity for students to play for an expert besides himself and get a different point of view and feedback on their work. He also said this provides students insight to a different musical career path besides performing for education.