Hometown:
Frisco, Texas
Education:
Manhattan School of Music, Bachelor of Music (2025)
Bio:
Jacob Ogbu is a Pittsburgh-based trombonist from Frisco, Texas. A current Paul J. Ross Fellow with the Pittsburgh Symphony, he recently graduated from the Manhattan School of Music. Jacob has performed with groups such as the New Jersey Symphony and Color of Noize Orchestra, sharing the stage with various Grammy-winning artists. In 2025, he appeared in Jeezy’s Guinness World Record holding TM101 tour and Las Vegas residency.
What inspired you to become a musician?
My older sister was a flute player in school.
Name your favorite composers and/or pieces:
Tchaikovsky Symphony 6.
What is an interesting fact about you and/or your instrument?
I started as a euphonium player.
When taking a break from music-making, what is your favorite thing to do?
Listening.
Why did you choose the NRO?
I feel that NRO will provide opportunity to get more repertoire under my belt, while focusing on making beautiful music in beautiful scenery. I’m looking forward to building connections and relationships with talented musicians, and being inspired by my peers.