UGA Tuba Euph News

Congrats to Graduating Class

This May, seven students graduated from the studio. They all made meaningful contributions to the musical life of UGA and we wish them luck on the next part of their journey! Masters degrees were awarded to Charlie Goodman, Grayson Holland, Ryles Kjellsen and Brenden McQuay. Undergrad degrees were awarded to Gary Garvin and Naomi Miller. Rachel Stroud leaves the studio to begin her students teaching assignment.

Welcome Incoming Class!

The Tuba Euph Studio is excited to welcome the incoming class of 2013-14! New tuba students will be Evan Arrington-Tsao (Cedar Shoals HS), Warren Lawson (Wheeler HS), Antonio Del Sesto (Oconee HS), Chris Gurtcheff (Arizona State University) and Rachel Matz (Florida State University and University of South Florida). New euphonium students will be Patrick Geren (Illinois State University), Chris Leslie (St. Olaf and Indiana University), Gary Garvin (University of Georgia) and Fernando Deddos (Duquesne University)

Avila Named Presser Scholar

Alex Avila, a rising senior euphonium student, was named UGA's Presser Scholar for next year. This is the most prestigious honor that can be bestowed upon an undergraduate student and recognizes Alex's accomplishment in the classroom and onstage.