Grant S. Peters

Grant S. Peters is a Professor of Music at Missouri State University, serving as the Brass Area Coordinator and teaching applied studio trumpet. He holds a Doctor of Musical Arts (1998) and Master of Music (1991) from the University of North Texas, and a Bachelor of Music Education (1986) from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. His professional roles include membership in the Springfield Symphony Orchestra and Springfield Regional Opera, alongside his academic duties.

• Teaching: Courses include Brass-Trumpet (MUS 156/256/356/456), Small Ensemble-Brass Quintet (MUS 472), Senior Recital-Trumpet (MUS 498), and Survey of Pedagogical Methods (MUS 538).
• Performance: Highlights include co-principal trumpet of the Orquesta del Principado de Asturias (1992), Dallas Brass ensemble (1989), and international performances in 9 countries. Recordings include Friendly Amendments (2004), From the Hills (2006), and Rhapsody (2009).

Leadership: Served as President of the International Trumpet Guild (2019–2021). Research focuses on creation/performance/recording of new American music for trumpet. An Artist/Clinician for Schilke Trumpets.

Awards: 2005 University Research Award from Missouri State University.