Kathryn Stockmaster

Kathryn Stockmaster serves as an Adjunct Instructor of Music specializing in bassoon at the College of Wooster, while maintaining a parallel faculty position at the Aurora School of Music since 2005. She actively performs with the Firelands Symphony Orchestra (member since 2006), Snowbelt Symphony Orchestra, and in productions at Lakeland Community College.

Her academic credentials include:

• Bachelor's degree in Bassoon Performance from Cleveland State University under Ron Phillips, Jonathan Sherwin, and Mark DeMio
• Master's degree from Kent State University studying with Dave DeBolt

As a dedicated bassoon pedagogue, Ms. Stockmaster's expertise centers on instrumental performance techniques and orchestral training, with over 15 years of experience shaping woodwind musicians in the Cleveland region. Her teaching methodology integrates practical orchestral experience with technical instruction.

Her performance career demonstrates sustained commitment to classical music communities through regular symphonic engagements and educational productions. While maintaining her primary instructional roles at the College of Wooster and Aurora School of Music, she contributes significantly to regional arts organizations through collaborative ensemble work.

Professional affiliations span multiple ensembles including the Firelands Symphony Orchestra, Snowbelt Symphony Orchestra, and Lakeland Community College productions, reflecting her versatility across educational and professional performance settings.