Thomas W. Zugger

Dr. Thomas W. Zugger serves as Associate Professor of Trombone and Euphonium at Capital University's Conservatory of Music, a position he has held since 1998. He maintains an active international career as a performer, educator, and composer while serving as principal trombone for the Newark/Granville Symphony and performing with the Columbus Symphony Orchestra, ProMusica Chamber Orchestra, and touring Broadway productions.

His educational background includes:

• Doctor of Musical Arts in Trombone Performance, The Ohio State University (2000)
• Master of Music in Trombone Performance, Michigan State University (1993)
• Bachelor of Music in Music Education, University of Michigan (1988)

Dr. Zugger's creative work centers on brass performance and composition, with research interests spanning trombone/euphonium pedagogy, contemporary brass repertoire development, and interdisciplinary music education. His compositions are regularly performed internationally and featured at major associations including the International Trombone Association and International Clarinet Association conventions.

His honors include:

• Grammy entry list nomination (2010) for 'Dances and Dreams: recital music for trombone'
• Listing in Marquis’ Who’s Who in America
• Listing in Marquis’ Who’s Who in American Education

As a dedicated educator, Dr. Zugger has mentored generations of brass students at Capital University and through summer programs at the International Music Camp. His performance career bridges classical, jazz, and popular genres, having collaborated with artists including Aretha Franklin, Barry Manilow, and the Moody Blues. He maintains professional affiliations as an Edwards Trombones artist/clinician and Griego Mouthpieces authorized distributor.

Dr. Zugger actively contributes to the brass community through ensemble work with the Newark/Granville Symphony, Ashland and Mansfield symphonies, and Jimmy Dorsey Orchestra, while serving on the International Trombone Association’s Press Board and literature review committee.