Willie Clark

Willie Clark serves as an Adjunct Lecturer in Tuba Performance at Howard University's Department of Music within the College of Fine Arts. He is also a retired member of the United States Air Force 'Ceremonial Brass' and a founding member of the Barclay Brass and Disney's 'The Tubafours.' His career spans performances with renowned ensembles like the National Symphony Orchestra, Baltimore Symphony Orchestra, and American Wind Symphony Orchestra.

Education:

• Bachelor of Music in Tuba Performance, University of Illinois (2000)
• Master of Music in Tuba Performance, University of Georgia (2002)

Research/Performance Focus: Specializes in tuba performance, orchestral collaboration, and low brass pedagogy. His work emphasizes historical and contemporary brass traditions, with active engagement in educational clinics and international tours.

Labs/Teams: Associated with ensembles such as the Empire Brass, Sam Rivers’ RivBea Orchestra, and Keith Brion’s New Sousa Band. Recorded works include the Tubafours’ 'Under the Boardwalk' and collaborations with John Williams and Warner Brothers.