Hometown:
Macon, Georgia
Education:
Columbus State University Bachelor of Music 2024
The Juilliard School Master of Music 2026 (expected)
Bio:
Austin is a current student at The Juilliard School. He completed his undergraduate at the Schwob School of Music at Columbus State University. He has previously attended the Aspen Music Festival and School two times as a fellow, and is the Second Trombonist of the Tuscaloosa Symphony Orchestra.
What inspired you to become a musician?
Playing in band with my friends.
Name your favorite composers and/or pieces:
Tchaikovsky, because of his beautiful melodies.
What is an interesting fact about you and/or your instrument?
I was on the swim team for 10 years!
When taking a break from music-making, what is your favorite thing to do?
Playing board games with my friends.
Why did you choose the NRO?
I believe NRO will give me the opportunity to prepare and perform some of the pieces that I will perform throughout my career. My ultimate goal would be to be in a professional orchestra around the country, and being a part of a festival like NRO would the perfect experience to help me get there.