Andrew Pelletier

Andrew Pelletier is a Professor of Horn and Chair of the Department of Music Performance Studies at Bowling Green State University (BGSU). He holds a B.M. (Summa Cum Laude) from the University of Southern Maine and M.M. and D.M.A. from the University of Southern California. His career spans international solo performances, Grammy-winning chamber music, and orchestral leadership. He is a leading advocate for new music, having commissioned over 60 works for horn. He serves as Principal horn for multiple orchestras and has performed with renowned ensembles like the Los Angeles Philharmonic and Southwest Chamber Music.

• Affiliations: BGSU College of Musical Arts, International Horn Society (President 2018–2021), Tower Brass Quintet.
• Education: B.M. (USM), M.M. & D.M.A. (USC).

His research focuses on expanding the horn’s repertoire through collaborations with composers. He has premiered works by Samuel Adler, Carson Cooman, and others. Pelletier’s pedagogical writings are published by societies like the International Horn Society and New England Horn Society.

• Awards: Grammy Award, Service Medal of Honor (IHS), BGSU Creative Arts Excellence title.

He mentors students as a faculty member at BGSU and previously at institutions like Portland Conservatory. His service includes organizing the 2021 IHS Symposium and advising on scholarships.