WELCOME to the UWYO Percussion and Brass Festival—a deep dive into all things Percussion and Brass, designed to inspire and elevate the next generation of musicians.
Join us for a intensive day filled with hands-on clinics and workshops led by industry experts, offering participants of all levels the opportunity to develop their musicianship.
From solo and ensemble competitions that showcase talent to captivating guest artist performances, this festival is a vibrant hub of musical collaboration and innovation. Join us for an unforgettable experience that aims to cultivate a passion for percussion and brass, fostering a community of dedicated musicians eager to learn and grow together!
REGISTRATION FEE: $15 per attendee
The registration fee covers:
All Festival Events During Day (PLEASE NOTE: The Evening Percussion Concert is a ticketed event. Tickets offered at discounted rate for festival attendees. Please reach out to the BCPA box office (307-766-6666) to receive discounted tickets.
One lunch for each festival attendee.
There is no charge for directors!
You will be asked to pay the registration fee at the registration table when you arrive on campus or you may pay in advance here.
Official Schedule, including performance times will be sent out two weeks prior to
festival.
QUESTIONS? Please contact Dr. Wheelock (percussion) at awheeloc@uwyo.edu or Dr. Wharton (brass) at dwharto1@uwyo.edu.
Also featuring Von Hansen and UWYO Percussion Faculty AND John Neurohr, Patrick Cavanaugh, and UWYO Brass Faculty.
Lunch Included in registration fee! UWYO Faculty and student performances
Bring some $$$ and take home new PERC/BRASS FESTIVAL APPAREL!
Check out the finest percussion and brass vendors from our region! Sticks, Mallets, Mouthpieces, Music and More!!!!
FOR SOLO & ENSEMBLE. Middle School and High School Solos and Ensembles welcome.
Get immediate feedback from guest artists while competing for prizes and a chance to play on the evening concert.
Hands on Workshops Covering:
Snare Drum
Mallets
Drumset
Hand Drums
Concert Percussion
Winner of Solo & Ensemble
UWYO Percussion Ensemble
Front Range Percussion Collective
Warmup with the Experts
Led by UW Brass Faculty
Masterclasses with Visiting Artists
Compete for prizes and a chance to perform on the Closing Concert.
Receive comments and performance tips by the visiting brass artists.
CALEB HUDSON!!! Prepare to be dazzled by trumpeter and longtime member of the Canadian Brass in a full solo recital!
JOE W. MOORE III currently serves as Visiting Assistant Professor of Music at the University of Texas
Arlington. Prior to this he served on music faculties at the University of Louisiana
Monroe, Benedict College, the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley, and the University
of Texas at Brownsville. Moore earned a Bachelor of Music degree from the University
of Central Florida, a Master of Music degree from the University of South Carolina,
and a Doctor of Musical Arts degree with a minor in composition from Louisiana State
University. His primary percussion teachers include Jeff Moore, Kirk Gay, Scott Herring,
Jim Hall, Brett Dietz and Troy Davis. His composition teachers include Jay Batzner,
Brett Dietz, and Dinos Constantinides.
Active as a soloist and chamber musician, Moore performs as a member of the Omojo
Percussion Duo, the Ninkasi Percussion Group, 2x2 Percussion, and Dead Resonance.
His performances have included appearances at New Music on the Bayou, the Sugarmill
Music Festival, the South Texas College Marimba Festival, the Texas Music Educators
Association Convention, the National Conference on Percussion Pedagogy, and the 2018
Percussive Arts Society International Convention.
As a composer, Moore's works have been performed and heard across the United States,
South America, Europe, and Asia. C. Alan Publications, Alea Publishing and Recording,
Percussion Music Europe, and Musicon Publications publish Dr. Moore's music. He also
self-publishes many of his own manuscripts, which can be found in the store of this
website.
Dr. Moore's sponsors include Pearl Drums/Adams Musical Instruments, REMO Drumheads,
SABIAN Cymbals, Black Swamp Percussion, and Vic Firth sticks and mallets.
Von Hansen (b. 1984) holds the position of Assistant Professor of Percussion at Washburn University. Dr. Hansen is a performer, composer, educator and multi-media artist. He is strongly focused on developing new music and specializes in works combining percussion and electronics. Von believes in engaging with people through composition, performance, commissioning new works, creating interactive musical video games, and collaborating with musical and visual artists. As the President of the Kansas Percussive Arts Society and a member of the Percussive Arts Society’s Technology Committee, Von is committed to increasing the educational opportunities for percussionists. He has presented concerts and masterclasses at various universities and conferences including The Percussive Arts Society International Convention, Electronic Music Midwest, The Kansas City ElectronicMusic Alliance, The Kansas and Oklahoma Days of Percussion, The National Conference on Percussion Pedagogy and SEAMUS. Von has performed with the Wichita Symphony, Wichita Chamber Chorale, The Wichita Grand Opera, Topeka Symphony Orchestra and local jazz and theatre gigs. He is a member of the Great Plains Percussion Group and MapMusik, a collective of musical and visual artists presenting works that engage communities around Kansas. Dr. Hansen is sponsored by Vic Firth Sticks and Black Swamp Percussion
Uniting virtuosity and musical sensitivity, Caleb Hudson has carved out a unique space in the world of classical trumpet. A long-standing member of the esteemed Canadian Brass for over a decade, he has captivated international audiences. Caleb, a native of Lexington, Kentucky, earned both his Bachelor and Master of Music degrees from the Juilliard School. The New York Times has praised his artistry as "brilliantly stylish."
In March 2024 Hudson releases his debut solo album “Nothing Less,” a testament to the art of ensemble-driven dialogue. Featuring a distinct blend of solo trumpet, violin, cello, flute, and clarinet, the music allows virtuosity and collaboration to intermingle seamlessly. The album introduces fresh compositions by Remy Le Boeuf, Kyle Athayde, and Caleb Hudson himself, while also offering innovative takes on classics by Corelli and Philip Glass.
Caleb is acclaimed for his renditions of Bach's Brandenburg Concerto No. 2, which he performs on both the modern piccolo trumpet and the historical baroque trumpet. This expertise has enabled solo engagements with renowned ensembles such as the Philadelphia Orchestra, Orpheus Chamber Orchestra, Orchestra of St. Luke's, Trinity Baroque Orchestra, Handel and Haydn Society, and Philharmonia Baroque.
Caleb co-founded "Triple Cortado," an innovative trio featuring Canadian Brass trombonist Achilles Liarmakopoulos and virtuosic pianist Ahmed Alom. This reimagined piano trio explores a diverse range of new compositions and arrangements, pushing the boundaries of brass chamber music.
Beyond performance, Caleb is deeply committed to expanding the brass repertoire. A prolific arranger and composer, his works are often performed by Canadian Brass. His original composition, "White Rose Elegy," debuted at Lincoln Center, performed by the New York Philharmonic Principal Brass.
Caleb's contributions also extend to educational literature; he was the recording artist for the groundbreaking Suzuki Trumpet School, Volume I. He credits his artistic growth to mentors such as Richard Byrd, Vincent DiMartino, Ken Larson, Raymond Mase, Mark Gould, and John Thiessen.
Currently, Caleb serves as the Associate Professor of Trumpet at the Butler School of Music at the University of Texas at Austin. He has previously taught at the University of North Texas and Colorado State University, where his students have achieved professional success in both academic and performance realms. Deeply grateful for the opportunities and insights his musical journey has provided, Caleb is committed to nurturing the next generation of musicians.
Rooted in a deep faith in Christ, Caleb resides in Texas with his wife, Amanda, and their three children.
