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Brian Balmages (b.
1975) is an active composer, conductor, producer, and performer. He
received his bachelor’s degree in music from James Madison
University and his master’s degree from the University of Miami
(FL). Mr. Balmages’s works for symphonic band, orchestra, and
brass have been performed throughout the world, including the College
Band Directors National and Regional Conferences, the Midwest Clinic,
the International Tuba/Euphonium Conference, the International
Trombone Festival, and the International Trumpet Guild Conference.
His active schedule of commissions has included groups ranging from
elementary schools to professional ensembles, including the Baltimore
Symphony Orchestra, Miami Symphony Orchestra, University of Miami
Wind Ensemble, Dominion Brass, and others. He has also enjoyed world
premieres in prestigious venues such as Carnegie Hall.
As a conductor,
Mr. Balmages enjoys engagements with numerous honor bands,
orchestras, university groups, and professional ensembles throughout
the country. Notable guest conducting appearances have included the
Midwest Clinic, College Band Directors Regional Conference,
Mid-Atlantic Wind Conductors Conference, the Atlantic Classical
Orchestra Brass Ensemble, and Meyerhoff Symphony Hall in Baltimore.
He has also served as an adjunct professor of instrumental conducting
and Acting Symphonic Band Director at Towson University in Maryland.
Currently, he is
Director of Instrumental Publications for The FJH Music Company Inc.
in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. He resides in Baltimore with his wife,
Lisa and their son, Jacob.
Visit Brian's
website: www.brianbalmages.com |
