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NASM Student Showcase
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Student Recital: Emma Locarnini
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Student Recital: Taylor M. Jones
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Student Recital: John Humphreys
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Chamber Recital: The Soldier's Tale
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Student Recital: Ben Fuller
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Student Recital: Christa Barnes
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Student Recital: Daniel Chandra
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Guest Masterclass: Lisa Leonard
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Guest Recital & Masterclass: Factory Seconds Brass Trio, members of the Cleveland Orchestra
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Student Recital
Elizabeth Simpson, bass trombone
Donna Amato, piano
Elizabeth (Lizzie) Simpson is a bass trombonist, educator, and entrepreneur from Cedar Park, TX. Residing currently in Pittsburgh, PA, Lizzie is pursuing her Master of Music Performance at Carnegie Mellon University under the guidance of Jeff Dee and is expected to graduate in April 2026.
A pioneer in her field, Lizzie made history as the first female bass trombonist at Cedar Park Middle School, Cedar Park High School, and Michigan State University Spartan Marching Band. She is also a proud redhead and ambassador for How to Be a Redhead.
Coming from a musical family, Lizzie developed a lifelong passion for both performance and music education, with plans to pursue her DMA. Lizzie holds a Bachelor of Music Performance from Michigan State University, and studied with Ava Ordman.
Program:
Daniela Candillari Three Songs for Bass Trombone
Thom Ritter George Concerto for Bass Trombone and Orchestra
Jules Massenet Meditation from Thaïs
Nelson Riddle 5 Pieces for Bass Trombone
Cost: Free and open to the public; No tickets required.