Hampton University Trumpet Studio
The trumpet studio at Hampton University is a musical community at “The Home by the Sea”. Trumpeters from all majors are encouraged to participate in studio activities and school-performance groups. Trumpet study is catered to support each student’s goals and interests.
Life in the HU Trumpet Studio
All music majors take weekly private lessons with Dr. Steven Cunningham and participate in various studio and department classes.
Performance Opportunities
The Hampton University performing ensembles strive to provide a high level of musical experiences for its members. These organizations provide music for various University functions on and off campus under the umbrella of the Department of Music and Performing Arts. These ensembles include:
- The Marching F.O.R.C.E. *
- Symphonic Winds *
- Concert Band
- Pep Band
- Jazz Band, Big Band, and Combos *
* Auditions required for participation in these ensembles.
Music Studies at Hampton University
Bachelor of Arts in Music, Performance
Bachelor of Science in Music, Music Recording Technology
Bachelor of Arts in Music, Pre-Certification (Music Education), Masters of Teaching
Bachelor of Science in Music, Audio Production
Minor in Music
Audition Requirements
- Prepare one or two solo movements or etudes that demonstrate your current and highest level of technical and musical development. All-District/All-State prepared etudes are encouraged. Please contact Dr. Cunningham for suggestions.
- Sight reading will be assessed at the audition.
- Major Scales in 12 keys- /files/1366032/HU Trumpet Studio- Major Scale
- Chromatic Scale- /files/1366031/HU Trumpet Studio-Chromatic Scale
- Optional: jazz standard highlighting improvisation ability, jazz transcription, lead trumpet part from a swing, funk, Latin/salsa chart). Jazz/commercial playing is strongly encouraged but not required.
Schedule Audition- https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=GKbZd3AG6kyA0UzidBU1J6nnSdCovJlHjUw4Zl1LMpZURFFWSUM0UlRWQVMyU1pPM0ZJTFE2TkNSWC4u&route=shorturl
Contact
Any student interested in studying trumpet at Hampton University is encouraged to contact Dr. Steven Cunningham at <steven.cunningham@hamptonu.edu> to schedule a complimentary lesson and discuss opportunities at the university.
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