The Ohio State University,
Doctor of Musical Arts in Composition, June 2007
DMA Document: “The Symphony for Band of Donald E. McGinnis: a Guide for Conductors”
Master of Music in Composition, June 2005
Thesis: Homo sapiens trombonensis: Concertpiece for Trombone and Wind Ensemble
Professor Donald Harris, graduate advisor
University of Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music,
Bachelor of Music in Music Education and Trombone Performance,
Summa cum laude, June 1998. Passed senior performance boards “With Honors” and earned rating of “
Advisors: Dr. Gerald R. Doan, music education; Professor Tony Chipurn, trombone