Studio Overview
Trumpet Studio Environment
The studio environment is one of the most important aspects to consider when selecting an institution to attend. Surrounding yourself with people who are going to care for you, make positive influences, and who will challenge you is paramount in helping you develop. Members of the Stetson trumpet studio are dedicated to achieving excellence as musicians and educators while being held to the highest standards in a supportive, nurturing, and friendly environment. The whole school of music is extremely family oriented. This is partly due to the small class size and largely due to our respective faculty. Stetson prides ourselves in the fact that we can provide every student with personalized attention and quality guidance. The studio is active in regional, national, and international conferences and competitions such as the National Trumpet Competition and the International Trumpet Guild Conference. In addition to school events, the trumpet studio also has fun social gatherings outside the University!
How many students are in the studio?
Each year the number of students in the studio changes depending on how many students graduate the year before and how many are accepted. Typically, the studio is 12-16 students who are music majors or minors, the optimal size and environment to learn and network effectively.
Relationship with your studio teacher
The relationship you have with your major professor is extremely important. This is the person who you will study with one-on-one weekly hour lessons for four years, and who will also be your mentor. Having a teacher who truly cares about you and is connected in the music world is extremely important for your success. If you are interested in reading Dr. Witek's teaching philosophy, it can be found at here.
Performance Opportunities:
There is a plethora of performance opportunities both at Stetson and around the DeLand, Orlando, and Daytona areas. This past year Stetson sent students on a Europe tour performing.
Here is a link to all the ensembles we offer such as University Orchestra, Chamber Orchestra, Symphonic Band, Concert Band, Jazz Band, Brass Ensemble, Trumpet Ensemble.
Check out a highlight video of our ensembles
You can watch recitals and concerts of our outstanding students, faculty, and ensembles here
School of Music Degrees for Trumpet Players:
Bachelor of Music degrees:
● Composition
● Music Theory
● Orchestral Instrument
● Elective Studies in a Specific Outside Field
● Elective Studies in Outside Field of Business with MBA Prerequisites
Bachelor of Music Education:
● Instrumental/General
Bachelor of Arts:
● Music
Student Organizations in the School of Music can be found here
Campus and Facilities:
Check out our beautiful campus with watching this virtual Campus tour
The School of Music has the following facilities:
● Music Technology Lab
● 32 Newly Refurbished Practice Rooms
● Historic 600-Seat Concert Hall
● 6 Organs
● 65 Pianos
● 4 Harpsichords
● 26 Teaching Studios
● 2 Large State-of-the-Art Rehearsal Halls
Music Library Resources:
The School of Music library holdings are found in the north side, main floor of the duPont-Ball Library. Significant printed resource materials, as well as over 11,000 recordings, 14,000 scores, and 45 current periodical titles are enhanced by vast electronic resources and services. Most books, scores, videos, and physical recordings are available for temporary loan to students. Most recitals and concerts are streamed live and archived for Stetson students and other personnel.
Trumpet Studio Environment
The studio environment is one of the most important aspects to consider when selecting an institution to attend. Surrounding yourself with people who are going to care for you, make positive influences, and who will challenge you is paramount in helping you develop. Members of the Stetson trumpet studio are dedicated to achieving excellence as musicians and educators while being held to the highest standards in a supportive, nurturing, and friendly environment. The whole school of music is extremely family oriented. This is partly due to the small class size and largely due to our respective faculty. Stetson prides ourselves in the fact that we can provide every student with personalized attention and quality guidance. The studio is active in regional, national, and international conferences and competitions such as the National Trumpet Competition and the International Trumpet Guild Conference. In addition to school events, the trumpet studio also has fun social gatherings outside the University!
How many students are in the studio?
Each year the number of students in the studio changes depending on how many students graduate the year before and how many are accepted. Typically, the studio is 12-16 students who are music majors or minors, the optimal size and environment to learn and network effectively.
Relationship with your studio teacher
The relationship you have with your major professor is extremely important. This is the person who you will study with one-on-one weekly hour lessons for four years, and who will also be your mentor. Having a teacher who truly cares about you and is connected in the music world is extremely important for your success. If you are interested in reading Dr. Witek's teaching philosophy, it can be found at here.
Performance Opportunities:
There is a plethora of performance opportunities both at Stetson and around the DeLand, Orlando, and Daytona areas. This past year Stetson sent students on a Europe tour performing.
Here is a link to all the ensembles we offer such as University Orchestra, Chamber Orchestra, Symphonic Band, Concert Band, Jazz Band, Brass Ensemble, Trumpet Ensemble.
Check out a highlight video of our ensembles
You can watch recitals and concerts of our outstanding students, faculty, and ensembles here
School of Music Degrees for Trumpet Players:
Bachelor of Music degrees:
● Composition
● Music Theory
● Orchestral Instrument
● Elective Studies in a Specific Outside Field
● Elective Studies in Outside Field of Business with MBA Prerequisites
Bachelor of Music Education:
● Instrumental/General
Bachelor of Arts:
● Music
Student Organizations in the School of Music can be found here
Campus and Facilities:
Check out our beautiful campus with watching this virtual Campus tour
The School of Music has the following facilities:
● Music Technology Lab
● 32 Newly Refurbished Practice Rooms
● Historic 600-Seat Concert Hall
● 6 Organs
● 65 Pianos
● 4 Harpsichords
● 26 Teaching Studios
● 2 Large State-of-the-Art Rehearsal Halls
Music Library Resources:
The School of Music library holdings are found in the north side, main floor of the duPont-Ball Library. Significant printed resource materials, as well as over 11,000 recordings, 14,000 scores, and 45 current periodical titles are enhanced by vast electronic resources and services. Most books, scores, videos, and physical recordings are available for temporary loan to students. Most recitals and concerts are streamed live and archived for Stetson students and other personnel.